Final Destination began as an X-Files spec script, before morphing into a feature film for New Line Cinema that starred some of the biggest young actors of the time, including Devon Sawa, Ali Larter, an up-and-coming Seann William Scott, and the legendary Tony Todd. And whether or not critics of the time agreed, the premise of an unseen, unstoppable force stalking and killing teenagers (and adults) in gruesome & inventive ways took hold with audiences. 

What better way to escape from the real life hellscape of modern day existence than joining your fellow death-loving maniacs for a 5-film 35mm marathon reminding you why you’re still deeply terrified of flights to Paris, logging trucks on the highway, pool drains, roller coasters, and tanning beds — to name just a few…

Final Destination 3 35mm print courtesy of the Sundance Collection at the UCLA Film &Television Archive