Final Destination Bloodlines makes a RECORD-BREAKING debut for the franchise –

Final Destination Bloodlines Record Breaking Debut:

Final Destination Bloodlines, the sixth installment in the enduring horror franchise, has made a triumphant return to the big screen, grossing $102 million globally in its opening weekend. The film earned $51 million domestically and an additional $51 million internationally, marking the highest debut in the series' history. This outstanding performance surpassed the previous record held by The Final Destination (2009), which opened with $27.4 million.

Critically, the movie has been well received, boasting a 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes—the highest for any film in the franchise. Audiences have also responded positively, with a CinemaScore of "B+" and a PostTrak score of 4 out of 5 stars. No wonder the film is selling well at the box office.

Full Match also emerged as a success at the Indian box office, collecting Rs. 22 crore (approx. $2.6 million) over its four-day opening weekend, despite facing stiff competition from Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning and the Bollywood movie Raid 2. With its record-breaking debut and positive reception, Final Destination: Bloodlines has revitalized the franchise, appealing to both longtime fans and new audiences alike.

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Directed by Adam Stein and Zach Lipovsky, Bloodlines introduces a new protagonist, Stefani (Kaitlyn Santa Juana), who inherits the responsibility of evading Death from her grandmother, a survivor of a 1968 mass casualty event. The film also features the return of Tony Todd as William Bludworth in his final performance.

Final Destination: Bloodlines' success is attributed to its inventive death sequences, strong word of mouth, and effective marketing strategies, including viral social media campaigns. The film's strong performance is particularly notable given its competition from major releases like Marvel's Thunderbolts and Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning. 

In our review, we wrote: "Nearly 25 years later and five films in, the franchise continues to grip its fans tightly. Final Destination: Bloodlines is another satisfying treat for long-time followers, and this time, death feels even more horrifying. With cutting-edge visual effects and wickedly clever death designs, the franchise ups the ante—making death not just inevitable, but terrifyingly inventive. Let me say this loud and clear: the game of death has evolved into something more gruesome and will have you screaming your lungs out as you leave the theater."

You can read our review below:

Final Destination Bloodlines Review: The Game of Death grows deadlier, bloodier, and even more spine-chilling

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