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Final Destination: Bloodlines Achieves Franchise-Best Opening and Critical Acclaim

The sixth installment of the horror series earns over $105 million globally in its debut and receives the strongest reviews in the franchise's history.

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Overview

  • Final Destination: Bloodlines, directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein, marks the franchise's return after a 14-year hiatus.
  • The film grossed $105 million globally by May 20, 2025, setting a new record for the series and ranking as the second-largest post-COVID horror debut.
  • Critics praised the movie for its inventive death sequences, emotional family-driven narrative, and expanded series mythology.
  • The late Tony Todd delivers his final performance as William Bludworth, adding emotional resonance to the film's reception.
  • Bloodlines' success has reignited fan interest in the series and inspired renewed engagement with the horror genre.