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‘Jigsaw’ Secretly Sets Up Another ‘Saw’ Sequel
Lionsgate’s Jigsaw, the eighth SAW, is now on home video. It was a huge success, setting the stage for a ninth film in the franchise. While Peter and Michael Spierig will not be returning for the next installment, they did secretly set the stage for a sequel of their own.
When asked how the film sets up a potential ninth movie, Peter responded:
“There are s a lot of things that go on in Jigsaw that we talked about where they could go in further movies, and so there are things with the characters and ideas that have the foundations of other things that could potentially come in the next couple of movies,” he explained to Screen Rant.
“You want to make the movie itself a complete experience for the audience, a satisfying experience in terms of the story, of feeling like there is a conclusion,” he continued. “But at the same time, there are some questions about the characters and their arcs and things like that where we haven’t explained. And we certainly talked about it with the producers and the writer and even the actors – where things potentially could go. It really becomes a question of does the audience want more? Are they keen to see these characters – the characters who survive and even sometimes the characters who don’t survive can end up in another Saw film, based on its history. There’s always room for flashbacks and who knows what.”
Michael Spierig also stated they were “almost director for hire” on the project, and confirmed our exclusive report that they won’t be involved with the next Saw movie. After meeting with several filmmakers, it’ll be interesting to see who they announce for the next SAW and what direction they decide to take the franchise. Personally, I’d like to exit this universe…
[Editor’s note: We updated the article to clarify that ‘Jigsaw’ is the 8th film in the franchise.]
A heist turns nightmarish for Lizzy Caplan (Cobweb) in the offbeat comedy thriller Drag, and the SXSW darling now has an official release date.
Briarcliff Entertainment will release Drag in theaters on January 29, 2027.
The thriller follows “two estranged sisters who attempt to rob a secluded home in rural upstate New York. What begins as a simple burglary spirals into a nightmarish ordeal after one sister throws out her back and becomes immobilized on the second floor. As tensions rise and panic sets in, the sisters are forced into a painful and increasingly absurd fight for survival before the homeowner returns.”
It’s described as “Equal parts thriller and physical comedy,” which “explores sibling rivalry, physical pain, and the uniquely chaotic bonds of family.”
Lucy DeVito (“Little Demon”), John Stamos (“Full House”), and Christine Ko (“Dave”) also star.
The release announcement comes with a new look at Drag, introducing the estranged sisters caught in a heist nightmare.
Drag is co-written and co-directed by Raviv Ullman and Greg Yagolnitzer, marking their feature debut.
The film is produced by Danny DeVito, Lucy DeVito, and Jake DeVito through Jersey Films 2nd Avenue.
Briarcliff CEO Tom Ortenberg called Drag “a brilliantly original film that’s suspenseful, hilarious, and completely unpredictable. The cast led by Lizzy, Lucy, John, and Christine are the magic that makes the concept work. Audiences are in for a huge treat.”
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