Final Destination: Bloodlines (2025) is the sixth installment in the renowned American supernatural horror franchise. Directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein, the film introduces a fresh narrative while maintaining the series’ signature suspense and inventive death sequences.
🎬 Production Details
- Directors: Zach Lipovsky, Adam Stein
- Screenwriters: Guy Busick, Lori Evans Taylor
- Story by: Jon Watts, Guy Busick, Lori Evans Taylor
- Producers: Craig Perry, Sheila Hanahan Taylor, Jon Watts, Dianne McGunigle, Toby Emmerich
- Cinematography: Christian Sebaldt
- Editing: Sabrina Pitre
- Music: Tim Wynn
- Production Companies: New Line Cinema, Practical Pictures, Freshman Year, Fireside Films
- Distributor: Warner Bros. Pictures
- Country of Origin: United States
- Language: English
- Runtime: 110 minutes
- Budget: $50 million
- Box Office Gross: $186.7 million worldwide
🧩 Plot Summary
Set decades after a 1968 high-rise collapse, the film follows college student Stefani Reyes (Kaitlyn Santa Juana), who is plagued by recurring nightmares linked to the tragedy. As she delves into her family’s past, Stefani uncovers that her grandmother, Iris Campbell, had a premonition that saved many lives during the collapse. However, Death seeks to correct this disturbance by targeting the descendants of those who were spared. Stefani and her brother Charlie (Teo Briones) must unravel the mystery to break the deadly cycle before it’s too late.
🎭 Main Cast
- Kaitlyn Santa Juana as Stefani Reyes
- Teo Briones as Charlie Reyes
- Richard Harmon as Erik Campbell
- Owen Patrick Joyner as Bobby Campbell
- Anna Lore as Julia Campbell
- Brec Bassinger as young Iris Campbell
- Rya Kihlstedt as Darlene Campbell
- Tony Todd as William Bludworth
📅 Release Information
- United States: May 16, 2025
- Indonesia: May 14, 2025
- Germany: May 15, 2025
The film was released in both IMAX and standard formats. Notably, a prank screening titled “Love at the Sky View” was held on Mother’s Day, surprising audiences expecting a romantic comedy.
💰 Box Office Performance
Final Destination: Bloodlines achieved significant commercial success:
- Domestic (U.S. and Canada): $94.1 million
- International: $92.6 million
- Worldwide Total: $186.7 million
In India, the film garnered ₹32.24 crore in its first week, with creator Jeffrey Reddick expressing gratitude to Indian fans for their support.
🧠 Critical Reception
The film received generally positive reviews:
- CinemaScore: “B+”
- PostTrak: 4 out of 5 stars, with 69% of viewers recommending it
Critics praised the film’s inventive death sequences and its fresh take on the franchise’s formula. Tony Todd’s return as William Bludworth was highlighted as a poignant farewell to his character.
🎶 Soundtrack
The film’s score was composed by Tim Wynn, known for his work in both film and video games.
🔍 Additional Information
- Filming Locations: Vancouver, Canada
- Filming Period: March to May 2024
- Trailer Release: March 25, 2025; garnered 178.7 million views within 24 hours, making it the second most-watched horror film trailer after “It” (2017)
Final Destination: Bloodlines revitalizes the franchise by intertwining past and present narratives, exploring the consequences of cheating death across generations. Its success paves the way for potential future installments, continuing the legacy of suspense and inventive storytelling.
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