Texas Chainsaw Massacre Franchise Revival in Early Development

Verve explores a multimedia strategy as filmmakers, studios, and actor Glen Powell express interest in rebooting the iconic horror series.

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise, dormant since a poorly received 2022 Netflix release, is being positioned for a revival by rights holder Verve.
Filmmaker JT Mollner and producer Roy Lee are among those interested in developing a new installment, with Glen Powell expressing interest in starring and producing if a script materializes.
Major studios and production companies, including A24, Lionsgate, and Neon, are reportedly vying for involvement in the reboot.
The original 1974 film, directed by Tobe Hooper, remains a seminal work in horror cinema, inspiring numerous sequels, reboots, and adaptations over the decades.
Verve's plans are in the early stages, with no formal contracts or attachments yet, as the franchise's potential for a multimedia strategy is being explored.