New on Crave - Saw II (2005) - Streaming Guide for New Movies & TV Shows in Canada

In “Saw II”, a twisted plot unfolds as a detective and his team race against time to rescue eight individuals trapped by the notorious serial killer, Jigsaw. Trapped in a derelict house, the victims must navigate a series of lethal traps to find antidotes to a deadly nerve agent they’ve been exposed to. Each trap tests the limits of human survival, intertwined with revelations that connect each victim’s past to their current predicament. As the detective delves deeper, a disturbing game of cat and mouse ensues, revealing a complex web of deceit, betrayal, and vengeance, culminating in a shocking twist that questions the very nature of justice and retribution.

Length: 1h 33m
Genre: Horror, Mystery, Thriller
This Title is: Dark, Suspenseful, Intense

Saw II is New, and streaming on Crave in Canada!

Trailer

Cast

Tobin Bell as Jigsaw / John Kramer
Shawnee Smith as Amanda Young
Donnie Wahlberg as Eric Matthews
Erik Knudsen as Daniel Matthews

Parental Guidance

Maturity Rating: R (for grisly violence and gore, sequences of terror and torture, nudity, and language)

Content includes intense sequences of violence and gore, scenes of terror and torture, some nudity, and strong language.

Trivia

The film was green-lit immediately following the successful opening weekend of the first Saw movie.
A teaser poster featuring two bloody severed fingers was initially banned by the Motion Picture Association of America.
Amanda, portrayed by Shawnee Smith, evolves from a victim in the first film to a key accomplice of Jigsaw, hinting at the complexity and depth of character development within the Saw series.

Our Review

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Saw II delivers a riveting blend of horror, mystery, and psychological twists, maintaining the series’ reputation for its unique brand of terror. While some critics have pointed out the film’s reliance on gore and shock value over substantial plot development, the engaging performances and intricate plot twists keep viewers on the edge of their seats. The sequel successfully expands the Saw universe, introducing new characters and deepening the lore around the infamous Jigsaw killer. Despite some flaws, it remains a must-watch for fans of the genre, offering plenty of suspenseful moments and moral quandaries.