The culmination of Saw X is a stark reminder that crossing paths with the infamous serial killer, John Kramer, is a perilous choice. If one dares to deceive, they should ensure that it’s not someone as deadly as Kramer. Otherwise, they may find themselves trapped in one of his notorious death traps, desperately fighting for survival.
Saw X, a recent addition to the franchise, doesn’t shy away from the visceral and gory elements that have become its trademark. Our review of Saw X delves into our unreserved opinions about this horror film. However, let’s set aside personal sentiments for now and focus on providing a comprehensive understanding of how the latest instalment in the Saw series concludes.
From the fates of the characters to any additional scenes after the credits, here’s an in-depth look at how Saw X wraps up. Be forewarned: the following contains major spoilers, naturally.
Saw X ending explained
In the conclusion of Saw X, John Kramer, Amanda, and Carlos manage to escape the lethal trap, leaving Cecilia behind to face her impending demise. This scenario, common in the Saw franchise, leaves viewers torn on who to root for, as every character exhibits morally questionable behavior.
The climax kicks off with Cecilia being rescued by Parker, the final prisoner in Jigsaw’s kill room. They take John and Amanda hostage, coercing John to chain himself to the last trap. Despite being designed for two individuals, Cecilia inexplicably ventures outside to find Carlos, a young boy befriended by John earlier in the movie. She brings him in and straps him into the trap as well. Upon activation, it’s revealed to be a harrowing waterboarding mechanism, but with blood, aptly named “bloodboarding.” John and Carlos are subjected to torrents of blood, struggling to breathe.
Meanwhile, Cecilia and Parker ascend to retrieve their confiscated bag of money. John discloses the presence of a lever for each person on the trap, enabling them to tilt the platform and provide respite from the blood for the other person. In a selfless act, John sacrifices himself to bear the brunt of the blood. Tragically, Carlos does the same, alternating in pulling the levers to grant each other moments of reprieve.
Upstairs, Cecilia and Parker retrieve the money, inadvertently triggering a timer and locking the door. It’s revealed to be another trap, masterminded by John who had foreseen Parker’s involvement from the outset. This deactivates the bloodboarding trap, granting John and Carlos their freedom.
In a separate room, a lethal vapor seeps through the vents. John has ingeniously provided a hole to breathe through, but only one can use it. A brutal struggle ensues between Cecilia and Parker for survival. Cecilia ultimately prevails by stabbing Parker, who succumbs to the toxic air in a gruesome display.
With the toxic mist subsided, Cecilia remains trapped. John leaves with Amanda and Carlos, leaving Cecilia to her fate. It’s implied she will likely meet her end in that room.
As the sun sets, John, Amanda, and Carlos depart, achieving an eerie sort of contentment, despite their malevolent actions.
In the post-credit scene, John Kramer has located and ensnared Henry in a new trap, with the setting resembling the infamous bathroom from the original Saw. John has deduced that Henry was complicit in the initial medical scam, which he recommended to John. Strapped to the ceiling, Henry faces a mechanism with claw-like knives poised to inflict a real scar. Mark Hoffman, a recurring character in the franchise, enters the room, hinting at his involvement in tracking down Henry for John’s retribution.
John initiates the machine, and he and Hoffman observe as the claws inch towards Henry’s abdomen. The scene concludes before the outcome is revealed, leaving Henry’s fate uncertain.