Mike P. Nelson to Direct New Saw Movie for Lionsgate
Lionsgate has announced that Mike P. Nelson will direct the next installment of the Saw franchise.
Director and Production Team
Mike P. Nelson is confirmed as the director for this upcoming film. James Wan and Leigh Whannell will serve as producers on the project. The script comes from Gregory Weidman and Geoff Tock.
Studio Ownership Changes
Blumhouse Atomic Monster recently bought a stake in the franchise previously held by Twisted Pictures. This acquisition returns creative control to James Wan alongside Lionsgate ownership. The film will be released through Blumhouse Atomic Monster.
Previous Franchise History
The original series began as a low-budget project that grew into a billion-dollar franchise. Saw X was the last theatrical release in 2023 with global earnings of $112.8 million.
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