Final Destination 5

Synopsis

Final Destination 5 follows Sam Lawton, a young man who foresees a catastrophic bridge collapse that kills himself and his coworkers. After he and several others manage to cheat death by avoiding the disaster, the survivors soon realize that death is relentless and has marked them for an unyielding chain of deadly accidents. As fate closes in, the group must try to outsmart their seemingly inevitable demise. Combining suspense, chilling visuals, and a signature blend of inventive death sequences, the film continues the franchise’s tradition of exploring the inescapable nature of death with a fresh storyline and a new cast led by Nicholas D'Agosto.

Cast

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  Nicholas D'Agosto

  Sam

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  Emma Bell

  Molly

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  Miles Fisher

  Peter Friedkin

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  Ellen Wroe

  Candice Hooper

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  Jacqueline MacInnes Wood

  Olivia Castle

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  P.J. Byrne

  Isaac

Reviews

Critical reception of Final Destination 5 has been mixed to moderately positive. On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds a 63% approval rating, with the consensus noting that it revitalizes the franchise with fresh scares and inventive death scenes, despite occasionally relying on formulaic elements. IGN praised the movie for its 'clever setup and entertaining, over-the-top kills,' calling it "a surprisingly effective chapter in the franchise." Conversely, some critics expressed fatigue with the repetitive premise. Metacritic assigned a score of 50/100, reflecting 'mixed or average reviews,' with some reviewers finding the plot predictable but acknowledging the film’s stylish direction and creative special effects. IMDb users gave it a score of 5.9/10, indicating a lukewarm but generally favorable audience reception. Overall, Final Destination 5 is often seen as a worthy addition to the series that successfully blends suspense and horror for fans, though it may not convert those seeking a deeper narrative.