If there’s one sign showcasing that a horror movie is set to break the box office, it’s its massive trailer traffic. With that being said, Final Destination: Bloodlines just sent the internet into a frenzy. Within 24 hours of release, the official trailer racked up a staggering 178.7 million global views, making it the second most-watched horror trailer ever, right behind IT (200M). For a franchise that has been laying low for 14 years, these numbers signal that fans are more than ready for Death’s grand return.
We’ve been closely following Final Destination: Bloodlines since its first whispers of development, and we recently covered the record-shattering trailer drop that left horror fans reeling. Now, with new details emerging about the film’s story and its potential impact at the box office, it’s clear that this isn’t just another sequel—it’s a landmark moment in horror cinema.
A Franchise Built On Fear That Unlocked New Ones
Set to hit theaters on May 16th, Final Destination: Bloodlines marks the sixth installment in a legendary franchise that has grossed over $666 million worldwide. Since its debut in 2000, Final Destination has kept audiences on edge with its innovative, anxiety-inducing death sequences, proving that no everyday scenario—whether it’s in a tanning bed, a log truck, or an escalator—is truly safe.
And if the new Bloodlines trailer is any indication, the series is taking its signature brand of horror to terrifying new heights. Fans have already begun reacting in fear, with some reportedly removing their septum rings after seeing a particularly unsettling moment in the teaser. Others are dreading glass floors, trampolines, lawnmowers, revolving doors, and the endless creative ways death finds a way to strike.
A Chilling New Chapter—Back To Where It All Began
Directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, from a script by Guy Busick and Lori Evans Taylor, Final Destination: Bloodlines returns as a deep dive to its roots. Returning to its origins of death’s twisted sense of justice. The story follows college student Stefanie played by Kaitlyn Santa Juana, who is plagued by recurring nightmares of violent premonitions. Determined to break the deadly cycle, she returns home to track down the one person who might hold the key to stopping death’s unrelenting grip on her family.
With a cast featuring Teo Briones, Richard Harmon, Owen Patrick Joyner, Anna Lore, Brec Bassinger, and franchise veteran Tony Todd, this installment promises to be both a love letter to longtime fans and a terrifying new entry point for newcomers.
Can Bloodlines Be the Franchise’s Biggest Box Office Hit?
Looking at the numbers, Final Destination: Bloodlines is already set for success. Its record-breaking trailer traffic puts it ahead of other major horror releases, including Sony’s upcoming 28 Years Later which amassed 60.2M in 24 hours. The franchise’s highest-grossing opening weekend came in 2009 with The Final Destination racking in $27.4M, but with Bloodlines reigniting the fanbase, it’s possible that this could be the biggest Final Destination movie yet.
Prepare For A Deadly Ride
Nonetheless, the Final Destination franchise is back, and it’s more terrifying than ever. With its ingenious death scenes, psychological horror, and nonstop tension, Final Destination: Bloodlines is shaping up to be one of the biggest horror events of 2025. We’ll continue bringing you updates as the countdown to release continues. Because if Final Destination has taught us anything, it’s that you can’t escape fate.
