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Blumhouse Acquires 'Saw' Franchise Rights, Enlists Wan and Whannell

Under new ownership the franchise will be guided by its original co-creators with Lionsgate maintaining distribution partnerships.

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Overview

  • After Saw XI was canceled in 2024, Blumhouse finalized the acquisition from Koules and Burg on June 18, 2025, marking a new chapter for the series.
  • James Wan and Leigh Whannell will return to oversee the creative direction of all upcoming Saw projects under Blumhouse’s banner.
  • Lionsgate retains its 50 percent stake and will continue domestic distribution of new films alongside global distribution of existing titles.
  • CAA Evolution served as sole financial advisor and Content Partners secured a stake in the franchise’s existing library alongside Mark Burg.
  • The Saw series spans ten films that have collectively grossed over $1 billion worldwide since its 2004 debut.