Final Destination: Bloodlines (2025)

The Final Destination franchise is back with its sixth chilling installment, Final Destination: Bloodlines, set to hit theaters on May 16, 2025. Directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein, this supernatural horror film promises to deliver the same heart-stopping suspense and gruesome deaths fans have come to love, while diving deeper into the mythology of Death’s design.

The Plot: A Family Cursed by Death

Final Destination: Bloodlines takes the franchise in a bold new direction by focusing on a family entangled in Death’s sinister web. The story follows Stefanie (Brec Bassinger), a college student plagued by a recurring nightmare in which her entire family dies in a horrifying, chain-reaction accident. When the nightmare begins to manifest in real life, Stefanie realizes that Death is coming for her and her loved ones.

Desperate to break the cycle, Stefanie returns home to seek the help of William Bludworth (Tony Todd), the enigmatic coroner who has appeared throughout the franchise. Bludworth reveals that Stefanie’s family is tied to a long-forgotten event that disrupted Death’s plan decades ago. Now, Death is back to finish what it started, and no one is safe.

As Stefanie and her family race against time to uncover the truth, they must confront their darkest fears and outwit Death’s elaborate, Rube Goldberg-style traps. But as the body count rises, Stefanie begins to suspect that Bludworth may know more about her family’s connection to Death than he’s letting on.

The Teaser: Death Runs in the Family

The recently released teaser trailer and poster for Final Destination: Bloodlines hint at the film’s darker, more personal tone. The trailer opens with Stefanie’s nightmare, showcasing a terrifying sequence of events that sets the stage for the film’s relentless tension. The poster, featuring a shattered family tree with blood dripping from its branches, reinforces the theme of a family cursed by Death.

One of the trailer’s most shocking moments is a gruesome death scene involving a tattoo artist whose nose ring becomes entangled in a ceiling fan, leading to a fiery demise. This scene is a testament to the filmmakers’ commitment to delivering the over-the-top, inventive deaths that fans crave.

Star-Studded Cast and Crew

The film boasts a talented ensemble cast, including:

• Kaitlyn Santa Juana (The Flash)
• Teo Briones (Chucky)
• Richard Harmon (The 100)
• Owen Patrick Joyner (Julie and the Phantoms)
• Rya Kihlstedt (Dexter)
• Anna Lore (Doom Patrol)
• Brec Bassinger (Stargirl)
• Tony Todd (Candyman), reprising his iconic role as William Bludworth

The screenplay is penned by Guy Busick (Scream 5, Scream 6) and Lori Evans Taylor (Cellar Door), with a story by Jon Watts (Spider-Man: No Way Home), who also serves as a producer alongside longtime franchise producers Craig Perry and Sheila Hanahan Taylor.

A Fresh Take on a Classic Formula

While Final Destination: Bloodlines stays true to the franchise’s signature blend of suspense and gruesome creativity, it also introduces new elements to keep audiences on the edge of their seats. The film explores the backstory of Tony Todd’s William Bludworth, shedding light on his mysterious connection to Death’s grand design.

Director duo Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein (Freaks) were chosen from over 200 candidates after impressing executives with a jaw-dropping pitch. During a Zoom meeting, they staged a freak accident reminiscent of the franchise’s infamous death scenes, combining pre-recorded footage and visual effects to showcase their passion and vision for the project.

Production and Release

Principal photography took place in Vancouver, British Columbia, from March 4 to May 13, 2024, after being delayed due to the SAG-AFTRA strike. The film is shot by cinematographer Christian Sebaldt and features a score by Tim Wynn.

Final Destination: Bloodlines will be released in IMAX and standard formats, ensuring that the film’s terrifying visuals and heart-pounding moments are experienced in all their glory.

What to Expect

The teaser trailer sets the tone for the film’s relentless tension, showcasing one of the franchise’s signature elaborate death scenes. In the clip, a tattoo artist meets a gruesome end when his nose ring becomes entangled in a ceiling fan, leading to a fiery demise. This scene is a testament to the filmmakers’ commitment to delivering the over-the-top, inventive deaths that fans crave.

With its fresh take on the franchise’s formula, a deeper exploration of its mythology, and a talented cast and crew, Final Destination: Bloodlines is poised to be a must-watch for horror enthusiasts and longtime fans alike.

Mark Your Calendars

Final Destination: Bloodlines arrives in theaters on May 16, 2025. Will Stefanie and her family escape Death’s grip, or will they fall victim to its relentless design? Stay tuned for more updates, trailers, and behind-the-scenes insights as the release date approaches.