Longlegs Director Has Bad News About His Texas Chainsaw Saw Massacre Reboot

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Previously this year, it became public knowledge that the ownership rights for the Texas Chainsaw Massacre series were available, attracting numerous studios eager to remake it. In March, actor Glen Powell and horror director Andy Muschietti expressed interest in acquiring these rights. It was speculated that multiple studios were vying for the chance to develop a reboot of this iconic horror franchise. Among these interested parties was Neon Studios, who had expressed a desire to collaborate with director Osgood Perkins after their previous films, Longlegs and The Monkey, proved successful for them. However, according to our recent conversation with Perkins, it seems that this collaboration is not going forward at this time.

At San Diego Comic-Con, while discussing his current project The Keeper, Perkins shared some insights on the status of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre reboot. He admitted he’s uncertain about its progress, stating, “To be honest, I don’t know where it is at this moment.” He added that they had put in a lot of effort along with others, and if given the chance, they would have been thrilled to work on it. “We truly invested ourselves,” he said, “and we were really eager to create something as endearing as the original.

The Texas Chainsaw Massacre was based on the atrocities committed by Ed Gein, a notorious serial killer and grave robber from Wisconsin. Debuting in October 1974, the film grossed an astounding $30.85 million domestically, with an additional $38,754 earned overseas, amounting to a global total of $30.9 million. Remarkably, this success was achieved on a production budget of just $140,000. This horror movie became the foundation for a lasting franchise that has kept viewers on edge ever since.

It’s rumored that Verve, an independent talent agency, is circulating the ownership rights for a long-standing franchise. Verve represents Exurbia Films, who obtained control of the Texas Chainsaw franchise in 2017. Neon, Perkins, A24, and Lionsgate are among those reportedly expressing interest in buying the franchise’s rights. However, it was emphasized that Verve has not directly approached filmmakers, producers, or buyers yet. Instead, they are inviting interested parties to submit proposals for acquiring the rights.

Attorney at Law, which is due in theaters this November. In the meantime, they can either stream “Longlegs” on Hulu or rent “The Monkey” on Apple TV or Prime Video.

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2025-07-26 04:39