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.

Episodes

  1. The Final Cut: Official Trailer

    24/09/2025

    The Final Cut: Official Trailer

    The Final Cut is your 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1 min
  2. SAW - The Bathroom Where It All Began

    30/09/2025

    SAW - The Bathroom Where It All Began

    In the beginning, there was just a room, two strangers, and a sinister voice on a tape. In this debut episode of The Final Cut, join Grace and Stu, as they step into the grimy bathroom where the Saw franchise began. From the mystery of Jigsaw’s first victims to the iconic twist ending that redefined horror, we’ll break down the kills, the themes, and why this low-budget thriller changed the genre forever. 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

    1h 7m
  3. Saw II - The Rules Just Changed

    30/09/2025

    Saw II - The Rules Just Changed

    Grace and Stu explore how the game expands. In Saw II, eight strangers wake up trapped in a deadly house of horrors while Detective Eric Matthews confronts Jigsaw face-to-face. In this episode, we’ll dissect the infamous Needle Pit, explore the father-son dynamic at the heart of the film, and look at how this sequel raised the stakes—proving Jigsaw’s legacy was only just beginning. 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

    1h 9m

  4. 07/10/2025

    Saw III - The End of John Kramer

    With John Kramer on his deathbed, his apprentice Amanda desperately trying to keep him alive, and a grieving father pushed through a gauntlet of brutal traps, this chapter is as much about suffering as it is survival. From the infamous Freezer Room to the Rack, every test is a meditation on life, loss, and Jigsaw’s twisted sense of justice. In this episode, join Grace and Stu as they break down every trap, every choice, and Jigsaw’s shocking final moments — the death that reshaped the franchise forever. 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

    55 min

  5. 14/10/2025

    Saw IV - The Legacy Lives On

    John Kramer may be dead, but the games are far from over. Saw IV opens with a gruesome autopsy, only to reveal that Jigsaw’s plans extend well beyond his final breath. As Detective Rigg is forced to sit through a series of brutal tests — from the scalping chair to the ice-block trap — the film explores obsession, justice, and what it really means to value life. In this episode, join Grace and Stu as they break down the twists, the traps, and the shocking revelation that changes the timeline of the franchise UH-GEN. Because in Jigsaw’s world… death doesn’t mean the end. 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

    58 min

  6. 21/10/2025

    SAW V: The Trap Within the Trap

    Five people. Five deadly traps. One killer legacy. In this episode, Grace and Stu dissect SAW V—the chapter that tried to prove the game wasn’t over. We’ll break down the traps, the moral riddles, and the tangled web of deception that defines Hoffman’s rise and Strahm’s fall. Expect blood, betrayal, and a few controversial opinions on where this sequel sits in the SAW universe. 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

    42 min

  7. 29/10/2025

    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

    41 min

  8. 05/11/2025

    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

    52 min

  9. 12/11/2025

    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

    1 hr

  10. 19/11/2025

    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

    41 min

  11. 26/11/2025

    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

    57 min

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About

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.

Information

  • Creator
    Grace Cordell
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Explicit