Reviving the Legacy: Glen Powell and A24's New Chapter in the 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' Franchise
Glen Powell, a proud Texan, is involved in reviving the iconic "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" franchise with A24. The production company will oversee the upcoming TV series, the first project related to the title. Powell, along with his Barnstorm partner Dan Cohen, will serve as executive producers for the series, which will be directed by JT Mollner. Other executive producers include Roy Lee, Steven Schneider, Stuart Manashil, Ben Ross, and Kim Henkel, who co-created the original film with Tobe Hooper. The project was brought to A24 by Verve, with the goal of developing a strategic plan for the franchise's future.
Kim Henkel expressed confidence in A24's ability to push boundaries in genre filmmaking, making them the ideal choice for the "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" deal. The creative team, including JT Mollner, Roy Lee, Dan Cohen, and Glen Powell, aims to create a series that is innovative and unexpected while honoring the franchise's legacy. Mollner, who will direct the TV series, emphasized his respect for the original film and his desire to explore the Chainsaw lore in a fresh way. A film is also in early development with the same producing team and ImageNation.
Powell, a fan of the original film, is thrilled to be part of the new chapter in the iconic franchise. He believes that A24, along with visionary filmmaker JT Mollner and their producing partners, is the perfect team to bring a fresh perspective to the beloved property. The original "Texas Chainsaw Massacre," directed by Tobe Hooper in 1974, redefined American horror with its chilling portrayal of a bloodthirsty backwoods family. The franchise has since expanded to include multiple films, comics, novels, and video game adaptations across different continuities.
The most recent "Texas Chainsaw" film was released in 2022 by Netflix, directed by David Blue Garcia. Set 50 years after the original story, it received mixed reviews upon its streaming platform release. The involvement of key players like Roy Lee, JT Mollner, and Glen Powell ensures that the new chapter in the "Texas Chainsaw Massacre" franchise will be a thrilling addition to the horror genre.