This week on Friday Night Frightfest, we're bringing our epic Final Destination marathon to an end! After dissecting the first four films, we're now tackling what was thought to be the franchise's conclusive chapter, Final Destination 5 (2011), and the highly anticipated return, Final Destination: Bloodlines (2025). Get ready for more death-defying escapes and incredibly intricate demises!
Final Destination 5 (2011)
Directed by Steven Quale, Final Destination 5 revitalized the franchise with its ingenious premise and breathtaking opening sequence involving a collapsing suspension bridge. This installment cleverly plays with the established lore by introducing a grim new twist: if a survivor takes the life of someone who was not meant to die in Death's design, they can claim that person's remaining lifespan. This added a desperate, moral dilemma to the usual frantic escapes, culminating in a shocking reveal that ties directly back to the original film.
Final Destination: Bloodlines (2025)
Directed by Zach Lipovsky and Adam B. Stein, Final Destination: Bloodlines marks the long-awaited return of the franchise. This film takes a fresh approach by focusing on a new family, whose matriarch had a premonition in 1968 that averted a deadly structural collapse, saving many lives. Now, decades later, Death is coming for her descendants, and they must figure out how to break a bloodline curse that has been passed down through generations. This entry promises to shake up the established formula with a multi-generational storyline and delve deeper into the lore of Death's intricate plan.
Join us as we discuss how Final Destination 5 brought a renewed sense of terror and cleverness to the series, and then dive into all the exciting details and potential new directions offered by Final Destination: Bloodlines.
Spoilers start around 3:00.
Final Destination 3 and 4
Épisode 156
vendredi 13 juin 2025 • Durée 33:53
This week on Friday Night Frightfest, the carnage continues! Following our deep dive into the origins of Death's design, we're plunging headfirst into the next two installments of the iconic franchise: Final Destination 3 (2006) and The Final Destination (2009). Get ready for more elaborate demises and desperate struggles against an unstoppable force!
Final Destination 3 (2006)
Directed once again by James Wong, Final Destination 3 kicks off with a terrifying roller coaster derailment. High school student Wendy Christensen experiences a vivid premonition and saves several classmates, only to find herself and the survivors targeted by Death's relentless pursuit. This installment notably uses photographs taken at the scene of the premonition to hint at how each character will meet their grisly end, adding a new layer to the mystery and dread.
The Final Destination (2009)
Directed by David R. Ellis (returning from FD2), The Final Destination (often referred to as Final Destination 4 due to its release order) brings the franchise into the 3D era. This time, a vision of a horrific racetrack crash saves a group of spectators from certain doom. As always, Death is close behind, dispatching the survivors in increasingly gruesome and often darkly humorous ways. This film aimed for spectacle, leveraging the 3D technology for maximum visceral impact.
Join us as we analyze how these two films expanded the franchise's signature style. We'll discuss the creativity (or lack thereof) of the death sequences and the evolving "rules" of Death's plan. Tune in to relive the terror and question if anyone can truly outrun Death!
Spoilers start around 5:13.
Lifeforce and Species
Épisode 147
vendredi 17 janvier 2025 • Durée 37:01
This week on Friday Night Frightfest, we're exploring the terrifying concept of alien parasites with two sci-fi horror classics: Lifeforce (1985) and Species (1995).
Lifeforce (1985)
Directed by Tobe Hooper, Lifeforce tells the story of a space mission to Halley's Comet that unearths a terrifying alien species that feeds on human life energy. When the aliens arrive on Earth, they unleash a wave of chaos and terror, leaving a trail of drained and lifeless victims in their wake.
Species (1995)
Directed by Roger Donaldson, Species explores the arrival of a genetically engineered alien on Earth. This seductive and deadly creature seeks a mate to continue its species, and it quickly becomes apparent that she poses a significant threat to human existence.
Join us as we dissect these two iconic sci-fi horrors, discussing their special effects, their exploration of alien sexuality, and their enduring impact on the genre. We'll also delve into the social and cultural anxieties reflected in these films, such as the fear of the unknown and the dangers of scientific tampering.
Spoilers Start around 7:10.
The Crow: City of Angels & Mandy
Épisode 57
vendredi 22 janvier 2021 • Durée 30:18
Horror films based on revenge?! Yes, please!! There are actually soooo many to choose from. Check out our reviews of The Crow: City of Angels (1996) and Mandy (2018). Spoilers start around 4:45.
Cat People & Curse of the Cat People
Épisode 56
vendredi 8 janvier 2021 • Durée 28:11
We're more dog people ourselves, but check our review of these two films on the theme "Cat People" - also two films by director Val Lewton: Cat People (1942) Curse of the Cat People (1944).
Spoilers start around 3:32.
Slay Belles & Secret Santa
Épisode 55
vendredi 25 décembre 2020 • Durée 26:12
Another holiday season another episode of holiday horror!! This year we looked at two of the MANY B-Movie horror films out there: Slay Belles (2018) and Secret Santa (2015).
Spoilers start around 5:55.
Knock Knock & The Strangers: Prey at Night
Épisode 54
vendredi 11 décembre 2020 • Durée 34:16
If you're a fan of the podcast you might remember the home invasion film The Strangers (2008), well this week we have two more home invasion films, the sequel and a contemporary remake featuring Keanu Reeves. Check out our review of Knock Knock (2015) and The Strangers: Prey at Night (2018). Spoilers start around 4:07.
H0us3 & Convergence
Épisode 53
vendredi 27 novembre 2020 • Durée 35:20
Our theme for this episode is alternate realities - or something like that.
We paired a 2018/2019 film we recently saw online via our previous favorite local theater - coupled with a discussion with the director and a 2013 film featuring some well known actors.
Check out our reviews of H0us3 and Coherence both of which you can stream on Amazon.
2020 Year in Review
Épisode 52
vendredi 13 novembre 2020 • Durée 27:16
In this episode we look back at the highs and lows of our double features for the past year. The whole episode is full of spoilers, soooo..... yeah.
Halloween 4 & 5
Épisode 51
vendredi 30 octobre 2020 • Durée 32:38
It's almost Halloween, so what better way to celebrate than with the next films in the Halloween franchise: Halloween 4: The Return of Michael Myers (1988) and Halloween 5: The Revenge of Michael Myers (1989). (Don't worry we'll get to Halloween 3 eventually.)
Spoilers start around 4:00.
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