Comparison between the theatrical version and the Arrow Video workprint.

In 18th-century France, the brilliant inventor Phillip Merchant builds a puzzle box for the occultist Duc de L'Isle, which can open the gateway to hell. Duc summons the demon Angelique, who ultimately becomes his downfall. Phillip is also killed. In 1996, John, a descendant of Phillip, builds an office building that also contains a puzzle box inside. Angelique comes to John to persuade him to complete his work, which will permanently open a portal between worlds. She summons Pinhead and his Cenobites, but John refuses and eventually dies. In 2127, Dr. Paul Merchant has built a space station designed to trap Pinhead. As the last descendant of the Merchants, he aims to finally confront Pinhead.

Hellraiser: Bloodline was intended to be the conclusion of the Hellraiser series, but given the numerous direct-to-video sequels, it didn't quite succeed. It was at least meant to be the last installment in the series to receive a theatrical release. Following the somewhat lackluster third installment, Hellraiser: Bloodline stands out for its intriguing storyline that connects three different time periods. Director Kevin Yagher did his best to execute the ambitious project on a limited budget, but with a runtime of just 80 minutes, the film feels too short. Some characters are underdeveloped, and much of the plot feels unfinished. The middle section focusing on the architect John is the most well-developed, while the character of Phillip Merchant had untapped potential. Nonetheless, it's an entertaining entry in the Hellraiser series with room for improvement.

During the production of Hellraiser: Bloodline, there were some complications. Kevin Yagher completed the film on time and within budget, but the producers were dissatisfied with his version. The original version was reported to be 110 minutes long. One of the criticisms was that Pinhead appeared too late, and there were requests for changes in content, including a happy ending. Yagher was unhappy with these suggestions and was replaced by Joe Chappelle. Due to the numerous changes, Yagher had his name removed from the credits. Over the years, a workprint of the film has surfaced and was featured as a bonus on a German Blu-ray, running about 80 minutes. The main differences were:

1. Merchant doesn't appear during the summoning, and his wife is also not seen in the workprint.
2. Paul and Bobbie enter the children's room to comfort Jack after he wakes up from Paul's nightmare.
3. Jacques dies in a different way in the workprint. In the theatrical version, Angelique ultimately rips out his heart. In the workprint, he vomits, and only a text panel suggests a gruesome death.
4. In the workprint, John's presentation in front of the invited guests is longer. He attempts to initiate the light configuration, which unfortunately fails.
5. In a flashback, Angelique is seen in France. She plays a striptease game with some men and the puzzle box. The men die because they opened the gateway to hell through the puzzle box.
6. In the workprint, Duc is killed by Angelique when he tries to kill Merchant.
7. In the theatrical version, Merchant is killed by Angelique. In the workprint, his death is not shown.
8. In the workprint, John has a dream of his grandmother, who says they had been waiting for him. Since the film does not reference the grandmother further, these scenes don't hold significant importance.
9. In a new scene in the workprint, Pinhead inserts his clawed hand into Angelique's body and questions her about her secret. This makes it clear that he distrusts her, explaining why he later turns her into a Cenobite.
10. In the workprint, Angelique tries to seduce John, but he pushes her away. Angelique threatens him and his family, prompting John to run home. In the theatrical version, it is unclear why John runs home.
11. Paul is seen with long hair in the workprint, and a nightmare emphasizes the connection to John.
12. Paul creates a holographic priest for confession and asks him to pray for him.
13. In the workprint, Parker is attacked and killed by the monster, while in the theatrical version, he is torn apart by chains.
14. In a conversation with Rimmer, Paul requests to be released because he needs to complete his work.
15. The workprint has an alternative ending. Paul first converses with Angelique, and then more Cenobites join them. In the finale, he sacrifices himself. Rimmer escapes with the spaceship. In the theatrical version, Paul escapes with Rimmer.
16. In the workprint, the music is missing, and often, instead of special effect scenes, only text is shown. Throughout, there's a time stamp and other overlays visible. This gives the version a very raw and unfinished feel.