Saw Franchise Creators James Wan, Leigh Whannell Confirmed to Be Involved in New Movies

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The Saw franchise is gearing up for a comeback, as the original creators James Wan and Leigh Whannell are set to resume control. On Wednesday, it was announced that Blumhouse acquired Twisted Pictures’ share in the series. Last year, Whannell’s company Atomic Monster merged with Blumhouse, and statements from Whannell, Jason Blum, and other producers indicate that Wan and Whannell will now lead the narrative. The duo initially conceived of the Saw story together, with Whannell penning the script while Wan directed. They famously self-financed the original movie, and with additional resources now at their disposal, they are ready to revisit the series once more.

In a statement about this purchase, Wan expressed that ‘Saw’ holds a unique significance as it was the starting point of Leigh and my Hollywood adventure. Returning to this universe with a new perspective is exciting and deeply personal for me. This venture signifies a significant creative reconnection with the ‘Saw’ franchise since its early days, and I’m eagerly anticipating preserving the original essence while propelling the legacy forward in innovative, unpredictable ways.

Over the years, Wan and Whannell have continued to serve as executive producers for all the Saw films. However, they stepped away from writing and directing duties after the third movie. Now, they not only regain creative control but also a share of the profits from the movies, video games, comic books, theme park attractions, toys, and other merchandise. Blumhouse and Lionsgate will jointly own the economic interest in these projects.

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Initiated their successful careers, and since then, they have made significant strides. Whannell primarily focuses on the horror genre and has recently experienced success with films like “The Invisible Man” and “Wolf Man.” He’s also penned all five “Insidious” movies, helmed one of them, and worked on other major productions. Wan, however, is active not only in the horror genre but has made a mark across various fields. For instance, he directed both “Aquaman” films within the DCEU and “Furious 7,” to mention some notable works.

For certain movie enthusiasts, the initial concept behind “Saw” might have reached its limit, yet Wan, Whannell, and Blumhouse remain hopeful for what lies ahead. As Blum stated, “The ‘Saw’ series has left an indelible mark on horror cinema, with its cultural influence still expanding, making it a shrewd move to invest in one of the most iconic and prosperous horror properties of the past two decades.” What truly piques my interest about bringing “Saw” under Blumhouse is having James and Leigh back involved and witnessing the future of the franchise unfold under their direction.

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2025-06-19 01:41