Final Destination 6 Is Reportedly A Reboot

For many, Tony Todd will always be remembered as the titular figure in the cult classic, «Candyman.» The actor has been regarded fondly in genre fare, even going as far as to have a spooky cameo in The CW’s «Riverdale.» If Final Destination intends to hit the reset button with fresh blood, focusing on William Bludworth is an inspired idea. The reboot reportedly won’t follow how every Final Destination typically ends but will focus on one character specifically. Allegedly centering on the world of first responders, the new film will detail how Bludworth is so knowledgeable about death, including flashbacks to his childhood. 

This refreshing angle on familiar territory gives the franchise room to explore the mythology. For any good horror series to keep going, this is integral. Saw took an extended break after 2010’s «Saw 3D,» only to revive Jigsaw (Tobin Bell) with his own movie. «Saw X» is one of the highest-rated films in the series, proving that fans want to see more character-driven stories. Bludworth is such a mysterious figure that the world is essentially Final Destination’s oyster. Without too much continuity to adhere to, the creative team has an opportunity to get as weird as they want. Bludworth’s connection to death has been a source of fascination for years, and finally, viewers will get to see the character’s origins.