The Texas Chain Saw Massacre

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Five friends encounter a deranged family with a taste for human flesh. Leatherface, chainsaw roaring, turns their rural adventure into a gruesome nightmare. Amid screams and chase scenes, only horror reigns supreme, carving its legacy into horror history.

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Trivia

What was the name of the gas station in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre? (Advanced)

#1: Last Chance Gas

#2: Begg's Gas

#3: Whaley's Stop

#4: Sawyers' Fuel

What year was The Texas Chain Saw Massacre originally released? (Medium)

#1: 1972

#2: 1974

#3: 1976

#4: 1978

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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Fun Facts

The film was inspired by real-life murderer Ed Gein.

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre was filmed on a budget of less than $300,000.

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What's your favorite character from The Texas Chain Saw Massacre?

Leatherface

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Which Texas Chain Saw Massacre movie is your favorite?

The Original (1974)

The Next Generation (1995)

The Beginning (2006)

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Popular Characters

Leatherface

Sally Hardesty

Drayton Sawyer

Nubbins Sawyer

Franklin Hardesty

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October 11, 1974

Release of 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre'

The original film 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre' directed by Tobe Hooper was released, becoming a landmark in the horror genre and influencing countless films thereafter.

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September 1973

Filming of 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre'

Principal photography for 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre' took place in Texas, primarily around Austin and nearby areas, with a modest budget and gritty style that added to its legacy.

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