Slashing (Franchise)

Slashing is the title of an American horror franchise that consists of fourteen slasher films, a novel series and a comic book. The franchise began with Slashing: An American Nightmare in 1978. The franchise initially focused on the undead serial killer Maureen Alderson (Helen O'Hara), a disgruntled former school teacher who seeks revenge on her former students and colleagues. The third film onwards focuses on Maureen's grown up son Adam (Various, notably Archie Melton), who's motive is to avenge his mother. The films have collectively grossed over $500 million worldwide.