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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)
โถ Trailer, images & where to streamOverview
Five friends head out to rural Texas to visit the grave of a grandfather. On the way, they stumble across what appears to be a deserted house, only to discover something sinister within. Something armed with a chainsaw.
Cast
Marilyn Burnsas Sally
Allen Danzigeras Jerry
Paul A. Partainas Franklin
William Vailas Kirk
Teri McMinnas Pam
Edwin Nealas Hitchhiker
Jim Siedowas Old Man
Gunnar Hansenas Leatherface
John Duganas Grandfather
Robert Courtinas Window Washer
William Creameras Bearded Man
John Henry Faulkas Storyteller
Jerry Greenas Cowboy
Ed Guinnas Cattle Truck Driver
Facts
| Release date | October 11, 1974 |
| Runtime | 83 min (1h 23m) โ shorter as the 1974 average of 117 min |
| Genres | Horror |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $140,000 |
| Box office | $30,926,225 (220.9ร budget) |
| IMDb | tt0072271 |
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Questions
How long is The Texas Chain Saw Massacre?
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre runs 83 minutes (1h 23m), short enough for a weeknight.
Is The Texas Chain Saw Massacre worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.3/10 across 3,977 votes, which places it #9 of 22 films released in 1974 in this index (top 64%) and #102 among 1243 horror titles.
Who directed The Texas Chain Saw Massacre?
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre was directed by Tobe Hooper. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Poltergeist (1982), Lifeforce (1985), The Texas Chainsaw Massacre Part 2 (1986).
Who stars in The Texas Chain Saw Massacre?
Marilyn Burns as Sally; Allen Danziger as Jerry; Paul A. Partain as Franklin; William Vail as Kirk; Teri McMinn as Pam; Edwin Neal as Hitchhiker.
What is The Texas Chain Saw Massacre rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The Texas Chain Saw Massacre?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/64841.