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R20041h 43mJames Wan
IMDb 7.6 · Rotten Tomatoes 50% · Metacritic 46
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"How much blood would you shed to stay alive?"

Two men wake up to find themselves shackled in a grimy, abandoned bathroom. As they struggle to comprehend their predicament, they discover a disturbing tape left behind by the sadistic mastermind known as Jigsaw. With a chilling voice and cryptic instructions, Jigsaw informs them that they must partake in a gruesome game in order to secure their freedom.

HorrorMysteryCrime
SadismShotgunDetectiveFlashbackHospitalDoctorTortureSadistSurvival HorrorChained

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Frequently asked questions

What is Saw (2004) about?

Two men wake up to find themselves shackled in a grimy, abandoned bathroom. As they struggle to comprehend their predicament, they discover a disturbing tape left behind by the sadistic mastermind known as Jigsaw. With a chilling voice and cryptic instructions, Jigsaw informs them that they must partake in a gruesome game in order to secure their freedom.

Who stars in Saw?

Saw stars Leigh Whannell (Adam), Cary Elwes (Lawrence Gordon), Tobin Bell (Jigsaw), Danny Glover (David Tapp), Ken Leung (Steven Sing). The film was directed by James Wan.

How long is Saw?

Saw has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2004. It is rated R.

Is Saw worth watching?

Saw holds an IMDb rating of 7.6/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 50. Fans of Horror, Mystery, Crime are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

Where can I watch Saw?

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