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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre

11th October 1974
1h 23m
Tobe Hooper
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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a Horror Based on a True Story film released on 11th October 1974; Tobe Hooper directed the film which stars Marilyn Burns, Paul A. Partain, and William Vail. A sequel, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2, was released in 1986. It was later remade/rebooted as The Texas Chainsaw Massacre in 2003. The film is based on a true story. The film was a box office success, earning a profit of $30,760,000 on its budget.

Plot

Two siblings and three of their friends en route to visit their grandfather's grave in Texas end up falling victim to a family of cannibalistic psychopaths and must survive the terrors of Leatherface and his family.

Film Settings

Cast (17)

Marilyn Burns in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)
Marilyn Burns Sally Hardesty
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 24
Paul A. Partain in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)
Paul A. Partain Franklin Hardesty
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 27
William Vail's profile
William Vail Kirk Waisanen
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 23
Teri McMinn in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)
Teri McMinn Pam Willard
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 22
Allen Danziger in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)
Allen Danziger Jerry Huberman
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 31
Gunnar Hansen's profile
Gunnar Hansen Leatherface
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 26
Edwin Neal in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)
Edwin Neal Nubbins "The Hitchhiker" Sawyer
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 28
John Dugan's profile
John Dugan Grandpa Sawyer
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 33
John Henry Faulk's profile
John Henry Faulk Storyteller
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 60
William Creamer's profile
William Creamer Bearded Man
Jim Siedow in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)
Jim Siedow Drayton "The Cook" Sawyer
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 53
Perry Lorenz Pick Up Driver
Ed Guinn's profile
Ed Guinn Cattle Truck Driver
Jerry Green Cowboy
Robert Courtin Window Washer
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 25
John Larroquette's profile Voice
John Larroquette Narrator
Age WhileAt Filming ≈ 26

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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre FAQ

When was The Texas Chain Saw Massacre released?

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre was released 50 years ago, on Friday October 11th, 1974.

Is The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Based on a True Story?

Yes, the film is based on a true story. However, it is very common in these kinds of films for scenes, characters or situations to be changed or fictionalised for dramatic effect. Even when that is the case, the overall story and main characters are based on non-fictional people and events.

Who plays the lead role(s) in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre?

The lead role is played by Marilyn Burns in the role of Sally Hardesty.

How much did The Texas Chain Saw Massacre cost to make?

The budget was $140,000.

How much money did The Texas Chain Saw Massacre make?

The worldwide revenue was $30,900,000.

Is The Texas Chain Saw Massacre on Netflix?

No, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is not currently available on Netflix in the United States

Is The Texas Chain Saw Massacre on Amazon Prime?

Yes, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is currently available on Amazon Prime in the United States

Is The Texas Chain Saw Massacre on Disney Plus?

No, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is not currently available on Disney+ in the United States

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Stats

Cast Age

Estimated Age During Filming

47% 20-29
12% 30-39
6% 50-59
6% 60-69
29% Unknown

Cast Genders

Who Is Most Represented

12% Female
88% Male

Good/Bad Characters

More Heroes of Villains?

100% Neutral/Unknown

Character Types

What Characters Feature

100% Unknown