Do you find yourself inexplicably drawn to the resilient women who stand defiant against unimaginable horror? Then you are not alone, because the "final girl" archetype has become a cornerstone of the slasher genre, a symbol of hope and survival amidst the carnage. And within the venerable Friday the 13th franchise, a pantheon of such heroines exists, each battling Jason Voorhees (or his mother, in the original) with grit and resourcefulness.

However, among these formidable figures, Alice Hardy, portrayed by Adrienne King, occupies a particularly significant position. As the sole survivor of the original 1980 film, Alice not only etched her name into horror history but also laid the foundation for the countless "final girls" who would follow in her blood-soaked footsteps. Though her reign as the ultimate survivor was tragically brief, her impact on the genre remains indelible. The Friday the 13th community thrives with 43,000 subscribers dedicated to all things Jason Voorhees, from the man to the myth. The enduring legacy of Alice and her fellow final girls continues to captivate and inspire horror fans worldwide.

Character Name	Alice Hardy
Franchise	Friday the 13th
First Appearance	Friday the 13th (1980)
Portrayed by	Adrienne King
Occupation	Artist, Camp Counselor
Survival Status	Survived the first film but murdered in Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981)
Key Traits	Resourceful, artistic, displays courage and quick thinking
Film Appearances	Friday the 13th (1980), Friday the 13th Part 2 (1981), Jason Rising (2021) (Fan Film)
Reference Link	Friday the 13th Wiki - Alice Hardy