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Blumhouse’s Acquisition of the Saw Franchise is Disappointing


The recent news hits hard like a gaping wound, but it’s a disheartening reality that Twisted Pictures no longer holds the rights to Saw. Although neither party has officially commented on this development, the report from Deadline makes it highly credible. This situation is particularly sorrowful because when I think of Saw, the iconic Twisted Pictures logo immediately comes to mind. Its absence at the beginning of a Saw film transforms it into something almost parody-like. It’s reminiscent of watching a Friday the 13th film without the classic Paramount logo—and we all know how poorly the New Line Years fared. In hindsight, Saw XI felt like a triumphant return to the franchise’s roots. At that moment, I wish we had known it was a farewell to the series that so many of us have cherished. It felt as though we had finally set things right, and the future appeared incredibly promising for John Kramer and his cohorts.

Then, this unfortunate turn of events occurred.

The most disheartening aspect of Blumhouse taking control is the looming possibility of a reboot. If the rumors are accurate, there was a significant disagreement among the producers at Twisted Pictures: one producer preferred to build on the success of Saw X, while another advocated for a complete reboot of the series. I believe I echo the sentiments of every franchise fan when I ask: what in the world was that second producer thinking? Saw X was the best installment since the original! In that respect, it’s somewhat reassuring that control is now in the hands of someone who clearly does not comprehend the series. However, the other producer, who does understand it, is being sidelined, and this is a significant loss for all of us.

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If Blumhouse is wise, they will set aside their egos and refrain from pursuing a reboot, instead opting to follow the narrative established in Saw X and gifting us with more of John Kramer‘s thrilling exploits. However, that “if they’re smart” clause carries a lot of weight, given that they haven’t exactly been known for their stellar decision-making lately. Their recent track record suggests they have strayed off course, and until I observe some positive changes, it will be challenging to muster excitement for any of their projects, let alone the revival of a beloved series. In fact, the last Blumhouse trailer I encountered received boos in theaters upon the appearance of their logo. The brand is struggling, and a misstep in this transition could further damage its reputation.

Nonetheless, there exists a silver lining in Blumhouse acquiring the rights to Saw: it signifies that James Wan is technically back with the franchise. Last year, Blumhouse and Wan’s Atomic Monster merged, which means he is now part of the company that owns the film that launched his career. Whether he will return to the series remains uncertain, as he appears content in his current endeavors, but one would hope he would have some degree of influence over the project.

The optimal scenario would be for Blumhouse to recruit the original Saw XI creative team, including Kevin Greutert, Marcus Dunstan, and Patrick Melton, to continue the storyline that exists between Saw 1 and 2. We simply cannot be left hanging while Hoffman heads await closure!

What are your thoughts? Do you believe Blumhouse will be the savior of the Saw franchise? Or are we destined for a series of soulless entries once more?

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Sarah Parker is a research analyst and content contributor with a strong interest in business strategy, organizational behavior, and social development. With a background in sociology and public policy, she focuses on exploring the intersection between research and real-world application. Sarah regularly contributes articles that bridge academic insights and practical relevance, aiming to foster critical thinking and innovation across sectors.