August 14, 2026, 4:09 pm | Read time: 3 minutes
Film history is filled with iconic characters, especially in the horror genre, where there are countless examples. Characters like Freddy Krueger, Alien and Predator, Jason Voorhees, and Ghostface are well-known to many. In the same breath, one must mention Leatherface, the central threat from “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.” The 1974 classic was groundbreaking at the time and launched a successful franchise that is now set to be expanded with two new remakes and even a series.
Curry Barker to Remake “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre”
“The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” (originally “Blutgericht in Texas” in Germany) has grown into one of the most well-known horror film franchises since the 1970s. So far, nine films have been produced, along with several comics, video games, and a book. The thirst for blood seems insatiable, as several planned projects indicate.
The most recent film adaptation is from 2022 and is currently available to stream on Netflix. For those without a subscription, it’s best to get a combo package with Sky and Paramount+ to be fully equipped for streaming:
One of the projects is currently being developed with director Curry Barker. Barker directed the horror film “Obsession,” the biggest surprise hit of the current cinema year, which even overshadowed major blockbusters at the box office. There are few content details available. However, according to the U.S. trade magazine “Variety,” it is said to be a “reinterpretation.”
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Leatherface Goes Animated
At the same time, another unusual project is planned. As reported by “Bloody Disgusting,” a new adaptation is being created using the so-called rotoscoping technique. This involves shooting conventional film scenes, which are then traced to create an animated film. A well-known example of this is “A Scanner Darkly” with Keanu Reeves. Specialist Paul Beck is responsible for this unique adaptation of “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre.”
For the project, Beck and his team are completely foregoing AI. Instead, they are hand-tracing each individual frame. However, when the result will hit theaters is currently unknown.
A Series Is Also Coming
And as if that weren’t enough of chainsaw-wielding maniacs, a first “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre” series is also in the works. The renowned indie studio A24 is spearheading the project, and actor Glen Powell is involved as a producer, though he is not expected to appear on camera, as reported by “The Hollywood Reporter.”
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There are few details about all these projects. However, they are likely to revolve around a degenerate family waiting in the Texas backcountry for unfortunate travelers to kill and then savor. Helping them is Leatherface, who wears masks made from the faces of the dead and prefers to use a chainsaw.