Deadly Games is one of the most lucrative franchises in horror history, with over $ 1 billion globally raised over ten films
Blumhouse recently rights to produce the upcoming franchise films Deadly Gamestaking the series back to its original creator, James Wanwho revealed that he wants to bring back the spirit of the original films.
James Wanwho directed the first film in the franchise in 2004, now returns with a more active creative role after merging its producer, Atomic Monster, with Blumhouse in 2024.Deadly Games occupies a special place in my heart”Said the filmmaker.
Returning to this universe with a new perspective is exciting and deeply personal. For me, it will be a significant creative return to the franchise, with the intention of rescuing the original spirit and at the same time taking the legacy boldly and unexpectedly.”
Known for horror hits as A NIGHT OF CRIME, M3gan, Supernaturalamong others, Blumhouse bought the part of the franchise belonging to producers Oren Koules and Mark Burg, for an unclogged amount.
According to Koules, “This is the right time to pass the baton“, while Burg stated that he wants “move on and tell new stories”Lionsgate, which distributed the first ten films in the series, remains as a partner, maintaining 50% of franchise property and all distribution rights in the United States.
Jason Blumfounder of Blumhouse, highlighted the lasting cultural impact of the series: “Deadly games defined a generation of horror. Its cultural impact continues to grow, becoming a strategic investment in one of the most recognized and successful properties of the genre in the last two decades.” Blum also confirmed the return of Leigh Whannellscreenwriter of the first movie, which, together with Wanwill resume an active role in the creation of the next chapters of the saga.
Deadly Games It is one of the most lucrative franchises in horror history, with more than $ 1 billion globally over ten films. The series follows the infamous assassin John “Jigsaw” Kramer, known for submitting his victims to healthy traps and physical and psychological survival games. In addition to cinema, the brand expanded to comics, video games, attractions in themed parks, toys and clothing products.
Although Lionsgate still stops 50% of the franchise, the producer faces an impasse with Twisted Pictures on the future of Dead Games XIinitially planned for September 2025. The project, with a script for Patrick Melton and Marcus Dunstan and directed by Kevin Greutert (Responsible for Deadly Games x), was paralyzed after creative differences.
Source:NME
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