Final Destination 5

Final Destination 5

Year: 2011

Runtime: 92 min

Language: English

Director: Steven Quale

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As a corporate retreat turns into a nightmare, Sam's eerie premonition becomes a gruesome reality: a suspension bridge begins to collapse, claiming innocent lives. When he saves some, including his loved ones, from the jaws of disaster, Sam thinks he's outsmarted fate. But Death has other plans - and the survivors soon realize that their desperate escape was only the beginning of a terrifying countdown to extinction.

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Timeline – Final Destination 5 (2011)
Trace every key event in Final Destination 5 (2011) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Company Retreat Gathering

The film opens with a group of employees gathering for a company retreat. Sam Lawton prepares breakfast, setting an upbeat tone for what is supposed to be an exciting adventure for the entire team.

2

Breakup with Molly

Sam's day takes a drastic turn when his girlfriend, Molly Harper, arrives and unexpectedly breaks up with him. She cites his dreams of moving to Paris with his mentor, leaving Sam heartbroken and questioning his future.

3

Departure on the Bus

Despite the emotional turmoil, the group boards the bus for their retreat. Tensions simmer as personalities clash and romantic interests shift, with Isaac Palmer's notorious reputation causing friction among the colleagues.

4

Bridge Incident

As they approach a bridge, Sam senses something is wrong with the roadwork. When a traffic operator halts the bus, chaos ensues as the bridge begins to crumble, putting everyone in grave danger.

Bridge
5

Tragic Accident of Candice

During the collapse, Candice is trapped and falls into the lake, leading to a horrific end as she becomes impaled on a sail from a nearby boat. This event marks the beginning of a chain reaction of fatalities.

Lake
6

Bus Crash and Isaac's Demise

In the chaos, Isaac, who is in the restroom during the crash, meets a gruesome fate as the bus crashes into the lake, crushing him against the windshield. The panic among the remaining survivors escalates.

Lake
7

Series of Deaths

As panic sets in, more tragic events unfold. Olivia falls into the lake and is crushed by a vehicle, Nathan is killed by snapping wires, and Dennis suffers a fatal accident while trying to escape.

Bridge
8

Peter's Fate

Peter's life takes a tragic turn when he is impaled by construction rods amid the chaos. This marks a significant loss for Sam and Molly, who find themselves as the only survivors.

9

William Bludworth's Warning

During a company funeral for their deceased colleagues, the survivors encounter William Bludworth, a coroner who ominously warns them that Death is now pursuing them. Their dismissive attitude towards his warning reveals their denial.

10

Return to Normalcy

Sam and Molly attempt to resume their lives amidst the horror they have experienced. However, they struggle to find solace as the thought of Death's grasp looms over them like a dark cloud.

11

Tragic Gymnastics Practice

A tragic accident strikes again during Candice's gymnastics practice when a malfunctioning A/C unit drops screws, leading to a series of unfortunate events that injure her severely. This event reignites their fears of being hunted by Death.

12

Bizarre Demises of Friends

As their lives unravel, the friends meet bizarre ends: Isaac suffers an accident at a massage parlor, and Olivia's botched eye surgery leads to her untimely death. The sense of danger intensifies as they connect these deaths to their earlier escape.

13

Peter's Madness

Amid the unfolding chaos, Peter's mental state deteriorates. He becomes consumed with the desire to orchestrate further deaths, leading to a violent confrontation with Sam and Molly, as they grapple with their friend’s descent into madness.

14

Flight 180 Disaster

As the group attempts to escape Death, they board Flight 180, leading to a harrowing climax. Sam is haunted by visions of disaster, foreshadowing a horrific calamity as the plane takes off.

Flight 180
15

Molly's Tragic End

The film reaches a gut-wrenching peak when Molly tragically loses her life in the chaos, engulfed in fire and destruction. This final twist ties back to the film's essence, leaving audiences pondering the inescapability of fate.

Last Updated: October 27, 2024 at 17:12

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