There’s no denying how thrilling it is to know that a new Final Destination movie is currently captivating audiences in theaters. Final Destination: Bloodlines marks the sixth installment of this iconic franchise, and true to form, it features the legendary Tony Todd. Known for his chilling portrayal of the original Candyman, Todd delivered a powerful, unscripted monologue in the film, as revealed by producer Craig Perry. Perry described Todd’s final cinematic appearance as “very bittersweet.”
In a recent interview with Deadline, Perry discussed both the new film and his journey producing the entire franchise, which began in 2000. He shared, “We all knew that he was obviously quite ill. And it was pretty clear that this was going to be the last role he would play in a movie, and the fact that it was one of the Final Destination movies made it that much more poignant.”
Directors Zach Lipovsky and Adam Stein made a bold choice during the filming of Todd’s scene, opting for authenticity over scripted dialogue. Perry elaborated, “Our directors, they made a very shrewd decision to take the last couple of lines that were scripted and said, ‘Tony, just, say what you would want to say to the fans. What would you like to impart to them in this moment?’” This approach resulted in a deeply emotional scene, as Todd spoke directly to the camera, addressing the fans who have supported him throughout his career. Perry reflected on the experience, calling it “a very magical moment on set. It was an impactful moment, and it’s one I’ll take with me until I go to the grave.”
Warning! Spoilers for Final Destination: Bloodlines follow:
