Now the Second Most Watched Horror Movie Trailer of All Time, “Final Destination: Bloodlines” Features Tony Todd in His Final Hollywood Role
Starring in cult classic films like “Candyman” and the “Star Trek” and “Final Destination” franchises, Tony Todd made an undeniable impact on the entertainment industry and has left a legacy that will be felt through generations. With a career that spanned five decades and over a hundred memorable roles both on screen and on stage, his tragic passing last November left a devastating wake and shattered the hearts of fans everywhere. Just prior to his passing, Todd completed his work on “Final Destinations: Bloodlines,” the latest iteration of the beloved franchise, and what will be the final silver screen performance from the late and great Tony Todd.
It’s been 25 years since the first “Final Destination” movie came out, and almost 15 years since its most recent installment, so fans of the horror movie series are anticipating this upcoming release like never before – the film’s trailer achieved a whopping 178.7 million views in its first 24 hours, which earns it the record for the second most watched horror movie trailer of all time (after 2017’s “It”).
“Final Destination: Bloodlines” is the sixth movie in the series and upholds the macabre traditions of its predecessors, honing in on the lives (and deaths) of a particular family who is being targeted by the entity Death, leading to a number of outlandish and bizarrely gruesome onscreen killings. The soon-to-be-released film will also feature the reprisal of Tony Todd’s fan-favorite character, the eerily and mysteriously knowledgeable-about-death funeral home director, William Bludworth.
Standing at 6-foot-5 and with his iconic deep, gravelly voice, Tony Todd’s presence and unboastful confidence was felt wherever he went. Whether in a starring or supporting role, Todd made strong impressions in the film industry and in the theatre world. His iconic performance as the titular villain in the classic 1992 film “Candyman” cemented his star-status and established his range and capabilities as an actor, ultimately leading to him becoming a role model within the industry through his commitment to uplifting and mentoring young, aspiring actors.
Much of the anticipation surrounding the upcoming “Bloodlines” film is rooted in the fact that it will be Tony Todd’s posthumous and last big screen role. Having played such a significant part in the franchise, and being the only recurring character in the “Final Destination” series to appear in nearly every film, Todd became the glue that held it all together. Now that he’s gone, it’s unclear what direction the franchise will take next, but at least we have “Bloodlines” to look forward to in the meantime.
In what will likely be a heartfelt and honorific farewell to the tremendously talented Tony Todd, “Final Destinations; Bloodlines” will hit theaters everywhere on May 16th.
