Lionsgate Will Launch Dedicated Saw Streaming Channel
The studio will debut a 24/7 free ad-supported channel for the horror franchise in October 2026.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Horror
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Lionsgate plans to introduce a 24/7 free ad-supported streaming channel dedicated to the Saw movie franchise. The service will debut in the United States and Canada by Halloween 2026.
Why it matters
The move expands Lionsgate's digital footprint by creating a destination for fans of long-running horror series. This initiative capitalizes on the enduring popularity of the Saw films alongside planned channels for the John Wick and The Hunger Games franchises.
The Saw franchise currently includes ten released films, with an eleventh entry currently in production. The new service will provide 24/7 access to eight of these existing titles.
The players
Lionsgate
Lionsgate is a major motion picture and television studio known for producing blockbuster franchises like Saw, John Wick, and The Hunger Games.
LG Channels
LG Channels is a free, ad-supported streaming service integrated into LG smart televisions that provides access to a variety of broadcast and on-demand content.
The details
The channel will be hosted on LG Channels as a free ad-supported streaming television service. In addition to the Saw content, Lionsgate is developing similar dedicated streaming channels for its John Wick and The Hunger Games properties.
Timeline
The channel will launch in the United States and Canada in October 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This development follows the broader industry shift toward free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels to maximize back-catalog value. Studios are increasingly leveraging dedicated channels to aggregate niche fanbases and drive engagement with legacy franchises.
Viewers in the United States and Canada with LG smart televisions will be able to access the Saw franchise content for free. The service will be ad-supported, requiring users to watch commercials during their viewing experience.
The takeaway
Fans of the horror series will gain a centralized location to revisit the franchise's extensive history without needing a subscription. This model effectively converts existing intellectual property into a recurring, ad-based revenue stream for the studio.
Further reading
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