November 09, 2007
Ending Already Written for Saw V
The biggest thrills of the Saw movies are their surprise endings, which seem to keep audiences guessing even more than M. Night Shyamalan's latest creations. That's why the producers of the Saw sequels are starting there and working backwards. More...

November 07, 2007
Saw V Still On Track for 2008
Saw IV is the fourth Saw film in as many years. After reports that the Saw franchise would finally take a year off, producer Mark Burg countered that he's still aiming for October 2008 to unleash Saw V. More...

November 01, 2007
Box Office Guru Preview: Bees and Gangsters Slug It Out For #1 Spot
Following a sluggish fall season, November kicks off with a bang this weekend with two high profile films both reaching for the number one spot while appealing to vastly different audiences. More...

October 25, 2007
Box Office Guru Preview: Saw IV Set to Brutalize All Competitors
Jigsaw's twisted games return for another late-October round of torture fun with Saw IV which should allow the lucrative franchise to claim the biggest horror opening of the year for the second straight time. More...

August 10, 2007
Saw IV's First Five Minutes Are Online!
If you've got a thirst for cinematic gore that just can't wait to be slaked until October 26, IESB has some good news for you -- the first five minutes of Saw IV, recently shown to Comic-Con attendees, have made their way online! More...

July 30, 2007
Paris Hilton Joins Bousman's Rock Opera
Remember how "Saw" sequel maker Darren Lynn Bousman signed a deal to do a musical called "Repo! The Genetic Opera"? Yeah, for Lionsgate. And you'll never guess who he just cast in a singing role. More...

July 26, 2007
Jigsaw Weighs in on the First Saw 4 Poster
If there's one thing Lionsgate is known for, it's the mad marketing skills where their horror flicks are concerned. Needless to say, the promotional goodies for the third "Saw" sequel are no exception. More...

July 19, 2007
Director Locked Up for Saw 5 and Saw 6
Back when the "Saw" producers were looking for someone to helm the third sequel, production designer David Hackl was #1 on their list -- until Darren Lynn Bousman came back. But the guy may get his chance yet. More...

July 18, 2007
Wahlberg Upset Over Saw IV Cameo
Most actors are happy when they get asked back to a role. Not Donnie Wahlberg. Though left for dead at the end of Saw II, he was granted more screen time in Saw III. That seemed to be the end, but it looks like there's more Wahlberg in Saw IV. More...

June 28, 2007
That Appetizing "Saw IV" Poster...is Fake!
Remember that "Saw IV" poster that came out last week with all the blood on the dinner plate? That's not the "Saw IV" poster. That was an invitation to a dinner party where the filmmakers gave their first Saw IV interviews. More...

June 25, 2007
Another Killer Ending for "Saw IV"
"Saw IV" continues to surprise its fans. After the twist ending of the original, you'd think we'd be onto their game, but "Saw II" still pulled the rug out from millions of fans. "Saw III" went with a more emotional revelation in the end, but "Saw IV"... More...

June 14, 2007
Wan Protects "Saw IV"
James Wan directed the original "Saw," then turned the sequels over to Darren Lynn Bousman. His partner, Leigh Whannell, continued to write the scripts. More...

June 13, 2007
Check Out the Nasty New "Saw 4" Poster
Kitchen utensils and bloody surgical tools. Ew... More...

April 09, 2007
First Cast Member Claimed for "Saw 4" Duty
Since I've only seen maybe 1.6 hours of "The Gilmore Girls" in my lifetime, I have no idea who this guy is, but we're being told that actor Scott Patterson has been cast in a central role in Darren Lynn Bousman's third "Saw" movie, the appropriately titled "Saw 4."... More...

March 15, 2007
New Writers Onboard, But "Saw IV" Still Promises Surprises -- And Jigsaw
After the success of "Saw III," the producers once again rushed a sequel into production. "Saw IV" is due out this October and creator/executive producer Leigh Whannell promises the franchise hasn't run out of surprises. Though there are plenty of rumors about how to handle... More...

March 01, 2007
"Saw" Maker to Tackle "Scanners" Remake
Darren Lynn Bousman, director of "Saw 2," "Saw 3," and the upcoming "Saw 4," will soon be helming a remake of David Cronenberg's "Scanners" for Dimension Films. They also signed a pretty good screenwriter for the gig...... More...

February 21, 2007
Bousman Gears Up for His Third "Saw" Fest
Not too long ago director Darren Lynn Bousman said he was saying goodbye to the "Saw" franchise, but with the clock running out on pre-production on "Saw 4," he ultimately accepted a third invitation to the director's chair. More...

February 09, 2007
The Weekly Ketchup: "Ghostbusters 3" Close To Fruition, Direct-To-Video Sequels Galore, "Ghost Rider" Screening Or Not Screening. Who Knows?
In this week's Ketchup, Dan Aykroyd has used the considerable time on his hands to pitch a third "Ghostbusters" flick, and Warner Premiere will satisfy the needs of those of us who are eager for low-budget sequels of our favorite 80s films. More...

January 22, 2007
"Saw" Director James Wan Talks "Saw IV"
Writer/director James Wan is prepping for the big-screen debut of his latest project, "Dead Silence," on March 23 -- but since he's also part of the creative engine driving the "Saw" franchise, that prepping involves answering a bunch of questions about this year's... More...

January 05, 2007
New Director Lined Up for "Saw 4"?
Each new "Saw" movie must be a marathon of stress for the production team, what with having to churn out a fresh sequel in time for every Halloween -- and with only about ten months to go, it looks like Lionsgate MIGHT have found their next helmer.... More...

November 02, 2006
Box Office Guru Preview: Santa Battles Borat for Weekend Crown
A pair of new family films aimed at kids will duke it out for the top spot this weekend while a bumbling reporter from the former Soviet Union will cause a commotion for a more adult crowd. More...

October 26, 2006
Box Office Guru Preview: Saw III Brings The Pain
Blood will flow and screams will be deafening at North American multiplexes this weekend when the horror sequel "Saw III" buzzes its way into theaters. While there will be no fight for the number one spot, the rest of the top ten will see new films and holdovers scrambling for high... More...

October 20, 2006
Totally (Not) Shocking: "Saw 4" Will Happen
Based on the box office returns on Lionsgate's "Saw" and "Saw 2," it comes as no surprise that the studio is thrilled about churning out a new chapter each and every Halloween. Geek buzz is pretty high for next weekend's "Saw 3," which means, yep, it's that time of... More...

October 13, 2006
Watch An Uncut Trap Scene From "Saw III," If You Dare
Hungering for a taste of Jigsaw's latest "Saw III" death traps before the movie hits this month? Click here to watch the exclusive clip shown to gleefully twisted Comic-Con fans this summer -- a delightful morsel of chain-ripping fervor, for your Friday the 13th viewing pleasure.... More...

October 11, 2006
New "Saw III" Poster, Made With Real Jigsaw Blood, Can Be Your Very Own Gross Movie Memorabilia
Those crazy guys over at Lionsgate have come up with the ultimate movie poster promotion, as they have unveiled a new official poster for this month's bloodfest, "Saw III" -- and printed it with star Tobin Bell's own blood. More...

October 06, 2006
Trailer Bulletin: "Saw 3" Final Trailer
With our annual "Saw" sequel only a few weeks away, Lionsgate has unleashed a third (?) and final trailer for the flick, and get this: It's got rusty metal, screaming freaks, and torture in it! (Weird, I know.) More...

October 02, 2006
Shocking! "Saw 3" May Not Screen for Press??
The guys over at Horror-Movies.ca seem a little bit surprised at the revelation that Lionsgate's "Saw 3" will probably not screen for press prior to its release date -- but I'm not. If 2006 has taught us one thing, it's that the studios will often try to hold their horror flicks until... More...

September 18, 2006
Predictably Icky New "Saw 3" Teaser
If there's one thing Lionsgate is good at, it's hyping, marketing, and selling its horror flicks to the genre fans. Those who just can't wait for the studio's latest gory offering, Darren Bousman's "Saw 3," will be happy to know there's a brand-new teaser up at Yahoo! Movies.... More...

August 17, 2006
Box Office Preview: "Snakes" Prepares For Takeoff
This weekend Samuel L. Jackson looks to seize control of the muthaf*ckin' box office with his new muthaf*ckin' film "Snakes on a Plane" which invades theaters on a wave of internet buzz. More...

August 16, 2006
Donate to the "Saw 3" Blood Drive!
There's no shortage of clever marketing techniques where these "Saw" movies are concerned. Just when you get used to the exceedingly creepy "dental nightmare" theme, up pops a rather clever "blood drive" campaign. More...

July 26, 2006
"Saw 3" Poster Has Bite!
You know how the first "Saw 3" poster showed a gaping mouth that was missing a trio of teeth? Well, those choppers have apparently been located: You'll find 'em on the all-new "Saw 3" poster. (This flick could do more damage to the dental industry than "Marathon... More...

July 07, 2006
Cast Your Vote in the Teen Choice Awards
Are you between the ages of 13 and 19? Do you like ... stuff? Then click right here and cast your votes for the 329th annual Teen Choice Awards, which is where you can tell the universe that Puffy is more illing than Snoop Dogg, Will Ferrell is funnier than Brad Pitt, and Katie Holmes is cuter than Katey... More...

June 29, 2006
Take a Bite Out of the Nasty New "Saw 3" Poster
Lionsgate delivered a predictably grisly new poster for their upcoming "Saw 3," and while it might tickle the horror fans, it's a pretty sure bet this one-sheet won't be gracing the walls of any dentists' offices anytime soon. More...

June 02, 2006
The Lowdown on the the Third "Saw" Story
JoBlo always seems to have the inside scoop on the "Saw" series, and today he brings us a rather interesting plot breakdown for Part 3. Seems our old pal Jigsaw isn't feeling too well these days... More...

May 05, 2006
"Saw 3" Cast Buzzing
The horror fans know they'll (seemingly) always have a new "Saw" flick to enjoy each October -- and they'll also be happy to know that series regulars Tobin Bell, Shawnee Smith, and Dina Meyer will be returning. And they'll be joined by newcomers Bahar Soomekh ("Mission:... More...

April 26, 2006
Get Your Goofy MTV Movie Awards Noms Right Here
You thought the awards season ended with the Oscars? Please. MTV's just gearing up for their movie awards, which will be broadcast worldwide on June 8th -- but we have all the nominations listed just a click away. (Interesting to note that not only were Paris Hilton & Rob Schneider nominated for... More...

April 18, 2006
JB Delivers a Few "Saw (3)" Bits
JoBlo's snagged a piece of scoopage regarding Saw 3, which begins production on May 1st in preparation for an October release date. Saw 2 director Darren Lynn Bousman will be returning, as will actors Tobin Bell, Shawnee Smith, and Donnie Wahlberg -- and I better hear some Dina Meyer news real soon!... More...

April 07, 2006
Wahlberg back for SAW 3
Yesterday it was reported that Tobin Bell and Shawnee Smith would be back for Saw 3, but today comes a real shocker: Donnie Wahlberg will be back to reprise his part in the new film. More...

March 17, 2006
Dimension Sends "Saw II" Helmer To "Wichita"
"Saw II" director Darren Lynn Bousman has been tapped to helm new thriller "Wichita" for Dimension Films. More...

March 03, 2006
2006 Golden Schmoe Award Winners!
Sure, everyone's psyched for the Oscars this Sunday night (yes, even the movie snobs who claim to hate the Oscars), but let's kick the weekend off with an awards presentation that's a little less ... highbrow. If you followed our advice last week, then you've already cast your ballot for JoBlo's... More...

March 03, 2006
Jigsaw Returns this Halloween
Lionsgate, the leading independent filmed entertainment studio, and Twisted Pictures today announced plans to develop and produce "Saw III," the next film in the psychologically intense and disturbing horror franchise, for an October 27, 2006 wide release.... More...

February 01, 2006
Trailer Bulletin: Scary Movie 4
Think there's still some juice to be squeezed out of the "Scary Movie" concept? Those Weinstein brothers sure do, which is why we'll see more of Anna Faris bopping through numerous flick parodieson her way to a solid opening weekend and a slow fade-out from the multiplexes. Anyway, check... More...

January 10, 2006
Who Wants Another Trip to That "Hostel"?
It only took one strong weekend to get Lions Gate back in the "Hostel" business, and according to Variety, the studio aims to give Eli Roth's horror hit the quick-turnaround sequel treatment, a la "Saw" & "Saw 2." More...

December 06, 2005
"Saw" Producer Passes Away
Gregg Hoffman, producer of "Saw" and co-founder of Twisted Pictures, died of natural causes last weekend at the age of 42, According to the LA Times, Mr. Hoffman was admitted to a hospital after complaining of "neck pains." More...

November 07, 2005
"Chicken" Anything But Little at the Weekend Box Office
Disney's first non-Pixar CG feature, "Chicken Little," had a lot to crow about over the weekend as it pecked an estimated $40 million out of the moviegoers pockets, giving it the #1 spot by about 12 million boks. (Sorry.) Coming in at second place was the surprisingly powerful... More...

November 07, 2005
"Saw 3" Is a Go -- Shocker, Eh?
JoBlo got the scoop directly from Twisted Pictures' own House of Jigsaw message boards, and here's the real short version: According to producer Gregg Hoffman, "Saw 3" will happen, but it might not be ready for next Halloween. More...

October 31, 2005
"Saw II" Carves Up the Competition at the Weekend Box Office
The quickie sequel to last October's surprise hit "Saw" ruled the Halloween weekend box office, raking in $30.5 million from just under 3,000 screaming screens. By comparison, the original "Saw" had a first-weekend "gross" of just over $18 million a year ago, on... More...

October 27, 2005
Critical Consensus: "Zorro" Off The Mark, "Saw II" A Little Rusty
This week's wide releases contain tales of existential, angst-ridden meteorologists ("The Weather Man"), psychopaths in sequels ("Saw II"), swashbuckling spouses ("The Legend of Zorro"), and the trials and tribulations of love ("Prime"). ... More...

October 24, 2005
"Doom" Goes Boom at the Weekend Box Office
The Rock's trek through a "Doom"-filled space station was enough to bring in an estimated $15.4 million from over 3,000 screens, giving the flick the #1 spot over a handful of other newcomers. Disney's inspirational horse drama "Dreamer," which was "Inspired by a True... More...

October 13, 2005
3-Minute "Saw 2" Clip Available ... and Nasty
On the upcoming "uncut" DVD release of "Saw," you'll find a three-minute clip from the new sequel. But those hardcore movie geeks over at JoBlo's took it a step further by making the clip available online for you saw-crazed suckas.... More...