The Texas Chain Saw Massacre
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a 1974 Horror Based on a True Story film released on 1st October; 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 $30,815,000 on its budget.
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.
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Cast Age
Estimated Ages At Time of 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% Unknown
Character Types
What Characters Feature
100% Unknown
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre FAQ
When was The Texas Chain Saw Massacre released?
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre was released on Tuesday October 1st, 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 $85,000.
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?
No, The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is not 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