Blumhouse Acquires 50% Stake in Saw Franchise

Blumhouse Productions is acquiring Twisted Pictures’ 50% stake in the Saw franchise, with Lionsgate retaining its half and continuing as a production partner. The acquisition comes after behind-the-scenes disputes led to Saw XI being pulled from the release schedule, leaving the franchise’s future uncertain. The deal brings creative control back to franchise co-creator James Wan, following the merger of Atomic Monster with Blumhouse. While no new Saw film is in development yet, industry insiders are optimistic that Blumhouse’s horror expertise could revitalize the series. The move is seen as a significant shift in stewardship and has renewed hopes for a fresh direction. The Saw franchise, spanning over eleven films and more than $1 billion in box office, may soon see new life under Blumhouse’s guidance.