Summary
Final Destination 6 will be a reboot instead of a sequel, according to production designer Rachel O'Toole.
O'Toole hints at a "refreshing" twist in the franchise formula, with filming scheduled to commence just two weeks before the WGA strike.
The forthcoming movie is anticipated to revolve around a team of first responders encountering their untimely ends in a sequence of horrifying mishaps. Reportedly, Tony Todd will return to portray the character of William Bludworth.
Rachel O'Toole, the production designer for Final Destination 6, recently gave an update on the status of the upcoming installment. She revealed that the film is being considered a "reboot" rather than a sequel. The movie, which was confirmed to be in development in 2019, has faced uncertainty regarding its direction. O'Toole also discussed the script and the previously-planned filming start window, which has been affected by the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike. Below is O'Toole's complete statement.
We began working on the project but had to pause due to the writers' strike. We were just two weeks away from starting filming, so we were heavily invested in expanding the world of the story. Personally, when I read the script, I couldn't stop myself from wanting to keep reading.
Usually, when you read a script, you may feel obligated to feign enthusiasm during interviews, but in this case, I genuinely loved it. The script presents a unique and refreshing perspective, and we view it as a reboot. However, I can't provide any further details at the moment, so stay tuned.
What To Expect From Final Destination 6
The reboot of Final Destination, which was initially announced in 2019, lacks substantial details. Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein will direct the movie, despite no prior involvement in the Final Destination franchise. Guy Busick, Lori Evans Taylor, and Jeffrey Reddick have written the script for the reboot.
Final Destination 6 is expected to revolve around a group of first responders, as hinted in 2020. This group may include EMTs, firefighters, and police personnel. Following the franchise's tradition, they will narrowly escape death before experiencing a string of gruesome accidents and misfortunes.
According to a recent report by Bloody Disgusting, Tony Todd will be returning as William Bludworth in the upcoming Final Destination 6. Bludworth, who first appeared in the original 2000 film, will have his backstory and childhood explored in this installment. However, it remains unclear how this narrative will connect with the main storyline involving first responders. Due to the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strike, the filming start date for Final Destination 6 is still uncertain, suggesting that fans will have to wait a while for the next installment.