Hold on to your reverse bear traps, horror fans! Because the Saw franchise has officially found a new home at Blumhouse! Blumhouse has officially acquired the rights to the iconic franchise. This marks a massive shift for one of horror’s most recognized properties.
Lionsgate will continue to be a key partner in the franchise, retaining its existing ownership and distribution rights. Content Partners has also acquired a stake in the existing library, with Mark Burg retaining a share as well.
The Creators Return
This move brings the Saw franchise full circle, back to its original creative architects. It reunites the property with James Wan, whose Atomic Monster label merged with Blumhouse in 2024. Wan famously directed the seminal first Saw film, which was written by co-creator Leigh Whannell (also known for Wolf Man and The Invisible Man).
Blumhouse and Atomic Monster are already a horror powerhouse, responsible for five of the ten highest-grossing horror franchises of all time. With the Saw films collectively grossing more than a billion dollars at the global box office across 10 installments, this partnership is poised to usher in a new era of terror.
Passing the Baton: What the Producers Are Saying
Oren Koules, a long-time producer of the franchise, expressed his feelings about the transition: “With the success of the tenth film, this felt like the right time to pass the baton. I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve built with Lionsgate over the past 20 years and deeply grateful to the fans who’ve been with us since the beginning. It’s especially meaningful to see the franchise return to its original creators, James and Leigh, and I can’t think of a better partner than Jason to lead Saw into its next chapter. On a personal note, I know the late Gregg Hoffman, my original partner on this journey, would be so happy with this ending.”
Mark Burg shared similar sentiments: “Twenty-one years ago we met James Wan and Leigh Whannell and financed the first Saw movie. The film was magical, and a hit beyond our wildest dreams, and our fans kept the franchise alive for over 20 years. It’s been an amazing ride and, with the recent passing of our beloved executive producer, Jason Constantine, it’s time for me to move on and tell new stories. Saw will always be a part of my history and Hollywood history, and I hope Jigsaw and the Saw Universe live on for many more movies and years to come. Lastly, I’d like to thank all the amazing actors, crew, and Lionsgate executives who have worked with us on 10 movies over the past 20 years — none of this could have happened without you all. We wish James, Leigh and Jason huge success with the continuation of the franchise.”
A Creative Homecoming
James Wan, CEO and founder of Atomic Monster, is clearly thrilled to revisit his roots: “Saw holds a special place in my heart—it’s where Leigh and I began our Hollywood journey. Coming back to this world with a fresh perspective is both thrilling and deeply personal. For me, this will mark a significant creative return to the Saw franchise for the first time since the early days, and I’m very much looking forward to embracing the original spirit whilst pushing the legacy forward in bold, unexpected ways.”
Jason Blum, CEO and founder of Blumhouse, echoed the excitement: “The Saw franchise has defined a generation of horror, and its cultural impact continues to grow, making this a strategic investment in one of the most recognizable and successful genre properties of the last two decades. But what really excites me about bringing Saw to Blumhouse is having James and Leigh back in the fold and to see the future of the franchise come to life with their guidance.”
This move signals an exciting new chapter for the Saw universe. With its original creators back at the helm and the proven horror expertise of Blumhouse, fans can anticipate the return of Jigsaw’s gruesome games in fresh, terrifying ways.
