Fear Street: Part Three – 1666
Movie Trailer
Release Date
July 16, 2021
Genre
Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Cast & Crew
- Kiana Madeira as Deena / Sarah Fier
- Ashley Zukerman as Sheriff Nick Goode / Solomon Goode
- Gillian Jacobs as C. Berman / Adult Ziggy
- Olivia Scott Welch as Sam Fraser / Hannah Miller
- Benjamin Flores Jr. as Josh / Henry
- Darrell Britt-Gibson as Martin
- Sadie Sink as Constance / Ziggy Berman
- Emily Rudd as Abigail / Cindy Berman
Director
Leigh Janiak
Other Movies Director is Known For
- Honeymoon (2014)
- Director of Fear Street: Part One – 1994 (2021) and Fear Street: Part Two – 1978 (2021)
Producer
Peter Chernin, Jenno Topping, David Ready, Kori Adelson, Leigh Janiak
Writer
Leigh Janiak, Phil Graziadei, Kate Trefry (based on the book series by R.L. Stine)
Budget
Estimated $18 million (for the entire trilogy)
Production Company
Chernin Entertainment, 20th Century Studios, Netflix
Running Time
114 minutes
Languages
English
Maturity Rating
R (for strong violence, gore, sexual content, language, and drug use)
Content Advisory
- Intense horror violence and gore
- Strong language
- Sexual content and brief nudity
- Themes of witchcraft, possession, and historical injustice
Movie Story
Fear Street: Part Three – 1666 is the final installment in the Fear Street trilogy, taking viewers back to the origins of the Shadyside curse. The film reveals the truth behind the witch, Sarah Fier, and the dark events that cursed the town of Shadyside for centuries. The story begins in 1666, where Deena (Kiana Madeira), the protagonist from the previous films, is transported into the body of Sarah Fier, allowing her to experience firsthand the events that led to Sarah’s execution and the town’s subsequent descent into darkness.
In the Puritan village of Union (which will later become Shadyside), Sarah is a respected member of the community until a series of tragic events, including a deadly plague and the death of livestock, leads the townspeople to accuse her of witchcraft. As hysteria mounts, Sarah is scapegoated for the village’s misfortunes, and the film portrays the brutal and unjust persecution that follows.
As Deena uncovers the true story of Sarah Fier, she learns that the curse is not the result of witchcraft but rather a pact made by the Goode family, beginning with Solomon Goode (Ashley Zukerman), to gain power at the cost of the lives of Shadyside’s residents. The film then shifts back to 1994, where Deena and her friends must use this newfound knowledge to finally end the curse and bring justice to Shadyside.
Fear Street: Part Three – 1666 masterfully weaves together historical horror with modern-day thrills, culminating in a tense and satisfying conclusion to the trilogy. The film explores themes of systemic injustice, the dangers of mob mentality, and the resilience of those who fight against oppression. The blending of past and present creates a rich narrative that ties together the mysteries and horrors introduced in the first two films.
Special Effects
The special effects in Fear Street: Part Three – 1666 are integral to creating the film’s eerie atmosphere and brutal horror sequences. The film uses practical effects, prosthetics, and CGI to depict gruesome deaths, supernatural occurrences, and the decaying environment of the cursed village. The period setting of 1666 is brought to life through meticulous production design, costuming, and makeup, which contrast with the more modern aesthetic of the 1994 scenes. The seamless transition between time periods is enhanced by the visual effects, making the final installment a visually compelling conclusion to the trilogy.
Box Office Performance
Fear Street: Part Three – 1666 was released exclusively on Netflix, bypassing traditional box office channels. As part of the highly anticipated Fear Street trilogy, the film quickly gained popularity on the platform, particularly among fans of horror and those who had followed the story through the previous two installments. The trilogy’s unique release strategy, with each part debuting a week apart, helped maintain momentum and kept viewers engaged.
Filming Locations
- Atlanta, Georgia, USA
- Hard Labor Creek State Park, Georgia, USA
Notable Quotes
- “We are all cursed by the Goode family, not by Sarah Fier.” – Deena
- “The truth shall be your curse.” – Sarah Fier
- “Fear Street isn’t a place. It’s a cycle, a loop of pain and death.” – Deena
Behind-the-Scenes
- The Fear Street trilogy was filmed back-to-back in a production schedule that spanned several months, allowing the filmmakers to maintain continuity and consistency across all three films.
- Director Leigh Janiak, who helmed all three parts of the trilogy, was heavily involved in adapting R.L. Stine’s original book series for a more mature audience, blending elements of classic slasher films with supernatural horror.
- The cast from the first two films returned for Part Three – 1666, portraying different characters in the 17th-century setting, which added depth to the story and emphasized the cyclical nature of the curse.
Awards
- None, but the Fear Street trilogy received widespread praise for its innovative storytelling, strong performances, and successful blend of horror subgenres.
Final Verdict
Fear Street: Part Three – 1666 is a fitting and thrilling conclusion to the Fear Street trilogy, offering a deeper exploration of the curse that has plagued Shadyside for centuries. The film’s shift to a historical setting adds a fresh layer of horror, while the return to 1994 brings the story full circle in a satisfying way. With strong performances, particularly from Kiana Madeira, and a well-crafted narrative that ties together all three films, 1666 delivers on both scares and emotional resonance. It’s a must-watch for fans of the trilogy and horror enthusiasts alike.
IMDb Rating
6.6/10