Texas Chainsaw Massacre could potentially witness another remake in the future.
Hollywood's horror genre is no stranger to reboots and remakes, and the iconic franchise of The Texas Chain Saw Massacre seems to be no exception. Recently, rumors swirl about a potential new installment, and one intriguing name attached to the project is Glen Powell.
Born and raised in Austin, Texas, the city where the original Chain Saw movies were shot, Glen Powell might be the fresh pair of eyes this franchise needs. While he's not a horror veteran, he has proven himself with a stint on the TV horror-comedy series Scream Queens.
Deadline's report is less of an update and more of a speculation, but there's evidently some movement around a Chainsaw remake if one of the big trades is delving into it. So far, Verve, the agency that represents the rights to the slasher series created by Tobe Hooper and Kim Henkel, has hinted at a "multimedia strategy for the seminal horror franchise." However, they clarify that they have yet to submit the property into any filmmakers, producers, or buyers.
Apparently, one of the proposed packages includes Glen Powell, who might star and produce the new film, and J.T. Mollner, the director of "Strange Darling." Yet, it's still early days, with no contracts or attachments in place, and the Mollner/Powell duo is just one of many parties interested.
As we wait for more news, we can't help but wonder if this classic series truly needs a new movie or if fans should stick with the original masterpieces by Tobe Hooper. Meanwhile, keep an eye out for the latest updates on Marvel, Star Wars, Star Trek, DC Universe, and Doctor Who!
- Glen Powell, originating from Austin, Texas, where the original The Texas Chain Saw Massacre movies were filmed, could be the innovative perspective needed for the potential Chainsaw reboot.
- While Powell may not have extensive horror experience, his role in the TV series Scream Queens demonstrates his commitment to the genre.
- Although Deadline's report on the Chainsaw remake veers towards speculation rather than fact, the hints towards a multimedia strategy for the franchise indicate some level of progress.
- The duo of Glen Powell and J.T. Mollner, with Powell possibly starring and producing the new film and Mollner as the potential director, is one of several interested parties in the yet-uncontracted project.
