Spiral

A sadistic mastermind unleashes a twisted form of justice in this terrifying reboot of the Saw franchise. When detectives Ezekiel Banks and his rookie partner investigate a gruesome murder, they find themselves at the center of the killer's game. As the body count rises, Zeke must race against time to protect innocent people from becoming the next victims.

Spiral received generally negative reviews from critics, with many criticizing its predictable plot, reliance on Saw franchise tropes, and perceived lack of originality. While some praised its attempt to modernize the series and the performances of Chris Rock and Samuel L. Jackson, the overall consensus was that it failed to bring anything new to the established formula.

• Critics found the film's plot to be derivative of previous Saw installments, offering little in the way of fresh scares or innovative kills.

• The performances of the lead actors were a point of contention, with some appreciating their efforts while others felt they couldn't elevate the material.

• Many reviewers noted that while the film attempted to inject a fresh perspective, it ultimately fell short of revitalizing the struggling franchise.

Google audience: Google users were divided on Spiral, with many appreciating the attempt at a fresh take on the Saw formula and the casting of Chris Rock. However, a significant portion of viewers found the plot to be uninspired and the twists predictable, leading to a lukewarm reception.

Chris Rock conceived the initial idea for Spiral and approached Lionsgate with his concept, which was inspired by the original Saw film and his own love for the horror genre.