Texas Chainsaw Massacre Movies: Reboot Timeline
The Platinum Dunes remake universe presents a reimagined version of the Texas Chainsaw mythology. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning acts as a prequel, exploring the origins of the murderous Hewitt family - this timeline's reinterpretation of the original Sawyer family. Chronologically, it is followed by the 2003 remake of the 1974 classic.
This timeline delivers a higher-budget, more polished take on the franchise, with updated production values and a darker, more visceral tone than previous iterations.
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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning
A group of friends on a road trip encounter violent bikers and a corrupt lawman, leading them to the infamous Hewitt family homestead where the chainsaw-wielding Leatherface is honing his deadly skills. This prequel explores the origins of the iconic horror villain in brutal detail.
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre
Five friends picking up a hitchhiker encounter a family of deranged killers, including one wielding a chainsaw, in this horror remake.
Other Film Series
Asia Argento
Italian actress and filmmaker, daughter of horror director Dario Argento, known for her work in European arthouse cinema and collaborations with major auteurs.
Child's Play
A horror franchise following the murderous adventures of Chucky, a killer doll possessed by the soul of serial killer Charles Lee Ray.
David Lynch
Visionary surrealist filmmaker known for his exploration of dream logic, suburban darkness, and the mysteries lurking beneath everyday American life.
Evil Dead
A horror franchise following the battle against ancient evil forces unleashed by the Necronomicon, spanning from Sam Raimi's original trilogy to modern entries.
Friday the 13th
The murderous legacy of Crystal Lake and its iconic killer Jason Voorhees in this enduring slasher series.
The Howling
A werewolf horror franchise that begins with Joe Dante's cult classic but quickly devolves into a collection of largely standalone sequels with minimal continuity.