Elwes Returns for SAW VII 3-D

Yes, I know we are few and far between.  Some of us still look forward to the latest installment of the SAW franchise, even if the series’ best days are behind it.  However, this latest news may bring a glimmer of hope for those of us who are still waiting for the ultimate SAW film.  Latino Review is reporting Cary Elwes, last seen in the first, SAW film, has signed to reprise his role as Dr. Lawrence Gordon in this year’s SAW VII 3-D.

The Dr. Gordon character has been rumored and wishfully thought to be returning to the SAW series ever since 2005’s SAW II hit theaters.  Many believed his return would be the “big twist” in the last, couple of films.  However, it appears his return won’t be a twist at all, but part of a much bigger storyline.

Here, also, is the official synopsis for the upcoming film:

As a deadly battle rages over Jigsaw’s brutal legacy, a group of Jigsaw survivors gathers to seek the support of self-help guru and fellow survivor Bobby Dagen, a man whose own dark secrets unleash a new wave of terror.

SAW VII 3-D is to be directed by Kevin Greutert, who directed SAW VI.  Elwes joins a cast that includes Tobin Bell, Costas Mandylor, Betsy Russell, and Sean Patrick Flanery.  It his theaters on October 22nd.