The Final Cut
The Final Cut

The Final Cut

Grace Cordell

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The Final Cut is the ultimate horror podcast. Each season takes on a different iconic horror franchise, breaking down every film, kill, and twist. From behind-the-scenes trivia to in-depth storytelling, we’ll guide you through the blood, the philosophy, and the legacy of the world’s scariest films. Season 1 features the iconic SAW franchise, as Grace Cordell (REDRUM True Crime) brings Stuart Blues (British Murders) along for a deep dive into the traps, the terror, and the twisted genius that made this series legendary.

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SAW X: Bye Bye for now Saw... and Stu
NOV 26, 2025
SAW X: Bye Bye for now Saw... and Stu
We round off the season with Grace's favourite SAW, a few final twists, and the a villain who gives John a run for his money. It’s the end of the game… for now. Be sure to subscribe to be notified when we talk all things SAW 11, and when season 2 launches for the next deep dive into a brand new horror franchise! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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56 MIN
Spiral: A new kinda game
NOV 19, 2025
Spiral: A new kinda game
In this breakdown of Spiral, join Grace and Stu as they chat all about this new kind of film from the universe of Saw... kinda? They explore how Spiral connects to the wider Saw franchise, what the new Jigsaw-inspired killer represents, and the shift toward police corruption and revenge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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40 MIN
Jigsaw: He’s Dead… But He’s Back (Obviously)
NOV 12, 2025
Jigsaw: He’s Dead… But He’s Back (Obviously)
This week, Grace and Stu dust off the hacksaws for Jigsaw — the 2017 reboot that tried to bring the franchise back from the dead. It’s got shiny new traps, a suspiciously clean warehouse, and a twist that’ll make you question time, logic, and maybe your own sanity. Host: Grace Cordell, find REDRUM ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Co-Host: Stuart Blue, find British Murders ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Associate Producer: Liam Heffernan (⁠⁠Mercury⁠⁠) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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59 MIN
SAW VII: Death, Gore, and 3D Glasses
NOV 5, 2025
SAW VII: Death, Gore, and 3D Glasses
You’d think after six films, Jigsaw would finally rest in pieces. But nope. Saw VII: The Final Chapter (also known as Saw 3D) arrives swinging with more traps, more twists, This week, we’re tackling the one that promised to end it all, and then immediately didn’t. Expect 3D gimmicks, some questionable acting choices, and a whole lot of traps. Grace and Stu break down the chaos and that final twist that had fans either cheering… or rolling their eyes clean out of their heads. Because in Saw land, game over never really means game over. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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52 MIN
SAW VI: The Cost of Living
OCT 29, 2025
SAW VI: The Cost of Living
The game isn’t over—it’s just evolved. In this episode, Grace and Stu dive into SAW VI, where the traps are personal, the message is political, and Hoffman’s mask begins to crack. We’ll unpack the insurance conspiracy at the film’s core, the unforgettable carousel trap, and why this sequel marked a return to Jigsaw’s original philosophy: everyone deserves a chance to live… or die trying. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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41 MIN