Jigsaw (Saw character)

John Kramer
Saw character
Tobin Bell as Jigsaw in his signature black and red robe
First appearanceSaw (2004)
Last appearanceSaw X (2023)
Created by
Portrayed byTobin Bell
In-universe information
Full nameJohn Kramer
AliasJigsaw
The Jigsaw Killer
OccupationCivil engineer (formerly)
Architect (formerly)
SpouseJill Tuck
(deceased)
ChildrenGideon Kramer
(deceased)
RelativesUnnamed nephew (deceased)
Unnamed sibling
OriginSaw (2004)
ClassificationSerial killer
Apprentices
M.O.Genius-level intellect
Engineer’s psychology
Vast resources
Highly designed set of symbolic death traps
Design and construction of machinery and devices for the use of torture
Knowledge and application of electrical and mechanical engineering
Philosophy
Physics
StatusDeceased

John Kramer (also known as "The Jigsaw Killer" or simply "Jigsaw") is a fictional character and the primary antagonist of the Saw franchise. Jigsaw made his debut in the first film of the series, Saw, and appears in all subsequent installments, with the exception of Spiral, in which he is only mentioned and featured in photographs.[1] He is portrayed by American actor Tobin Bell.

  1. ^ Squires, John (2017-03-02). "[Exclusive] We've Got the First 'Saw: Legacy' Plot Details; Tobin Bell Returning!". Bloody Disgusting. Retrieved March 2, 2017.