Originally reported by Variety , they are the first officially revealed for the eight film in the horror franchise. This is the first Saw picture in seven years and will premiere on October 27, 2018. It was shot in November and is now in post-production. The franchise has revolved around John Kramer, who was the original version of the Jigsaw character. Rumors have Tobin Bell somehow reprising his role as Kramer, but that hasn't been confirmed.