The iconic Saw franchise is set to make a return to the big screen this Halloween season, buoyed by the success of last year’s Saw X. The box office triumph of the tenth installment has paved the way for the upcoming Saw XI.

Director Kevin Greutert, who helmed Saw X, is set to return to direct the next installment, Saw XI. Greutert’s involvement brings a sense of continuity to the franchise, as he previously directed Saw VI in 2009 and Saw: The Final Chapter in 2010. Beyond the Saw series, Greutert has a notable horror filmography, including Jessabelle in 2014 and Jackals in 2017. Additionally, he served as the editor for Saw I through V and Jigsaw.

For fans of the Saw series, Greutert’s return is promising news. Saw X was widely seen as a positive course correction for the franchise, rejuvenating it to the standards of its earlier successes. The film cleverly brought back Jigsaw (Tobin Bell) and Amanda (Shawnee Smith) for a sequel set between the original film and its first sequel.

However, there is a notable change in the creative team, as Saw X writers Josh Stolberg and Pete Goldfinger will not be returning to pen the screenplay for Saw XI. Further details about the creative team for Saw XI are yet to be unveiled.

Mark your calendars for September 27, 2024, as the games return to theaters with the release of Saw XI.

Meanwhile, for those eager to catch up on Saw X, the film is now available on various platforms, including VOD outlets, 4K, Blu-ray, and DVD. The franchise’s tenth installment concluded its worldwide box office run with an impressive $111.8 million.

It appears that Saw has once again solidified its place as an annual Halloween tradition for fans of the horror genre.