Saw X 2023

John's Diagnosis

The film opens with John Kramer undergoing an MRI scan at a hospital. A doctor informs him that he has advanced brain cancer and only months left to live, which deeply impacts him and sets the stage for the events to follow.

Witnessing Theft

While at the hospital, John observes a custodian trying to steal from a patient. This incident sparks a vivid imagination sequence where the custodian becomes entangled in one of John's traps, facing the terrifying prospect of losing his eyesight in just 60 seconds.

Meeting Henry

Four months later, John meets Henry Kessler at a cancer support group. Henry expresses his hope in battling cancer, which intrigues John and leads him to later spot Henry looking healthy at a coffee shop.

Discovery of Treatment

John learns from Henry that he has been cured through an experimental treatment developed by Dr. Finn Pederson. This meeting sparks John's curiosity about the treatment and motivates him to dig deeper into its reality.

Revealing the Truth

John conducts research and finds Dr. Pederson's daughter, Dr. Cecilia Pederson. She reveals that her father is under threat from corrupt pharmaceutical companies, conducting secret clinical trials to counter their influence.

Journey to Mexico City

Determined to find a cure, John travels to a makeshift clinic in Mexico City. Upon arrival, he meets Gabriela and her medical team, feeling optimistic about the prospects of the treatment.

The Cruel Deception

After leaving to buy celebratory tequila for Gabriela, John returns to find the clinic abandoned. Realization strikes him that he has been conned, and the promised surgery never took place.

Retribution Against the Con

Seeking vengeance, John captures Diego, a taxi driver involved in the scam. Subjecting him to a brutal test, John forces Diego to mutilate himself to survive, showcasing the bleak nature of John's justice.

Amanda's Involvement

As the con artists start disappearing, it's revealed that Amanda, John's apprentice, is involved in their abduction. She assists John in orchestrating a terrifying game for the fraudulent team.

Testing Their Fears

The captured con artists awaken in a factory, faced with a series of violent tests that force them to confront their worst fears. Each test leads to horrific outcomes, marking a grim turn of events.

Parker's Attempt

Parker Sears enters the scene demanding a refund, only to find himself chained up amidst the chaos. This escalation of violence adds tension as the survivors must navigate their dire situations.

Betrayal and Chaos

Cecilia shocks everyone by revealing her collusion with Parker, leading to Gabriela's brutal murder. This betrayal intensifies the conflict and raises the stakes for everyone involved.

The Final Struggle

John fights to protect Carlos while Parker and Cecilia attempt to escape with stolen money. Their greed ultimately leads them to trigger lethal traps that seal their grim fates.

Survival Against Odds

In a twist of fate, Cecilia betrays Parker to save herself. The chaos leaves her trapped while John and Carlos manage to break free, highlighting themes of survival and betrayal.

Walking into the Sunset

The film concludes with John, Carlos, and Amanda walking away from the factory together, reflecting on the treachery and despair left in their wake. It sets the stage for further investigations of John's complex moral code.