According to recent reports, several high-profile directors are in a bidding war to reboot the infamous horror franchise The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. Verve, a Hollywood talent and media literary agency that represents directors, writers, and production companies, has held the rights since 2017. Since then, the agency has begun accepting pitches, sparking a bidding war among A-list Hollywood names.
Among the frontrunners is Taylor Sheridan, known for the Yellowstone franchise, whose pitch reportedly emphasizes gritty family dynamics and a rural aesthetic. There is a high possibility that, under Sheridan, the film will be shot in Texas.
One of the other high-profile directors in the race is Longlegs director Osgood Perkins, a fellow horror enthusiast, who has reportedly teamed up with The Strangers director Bryan Bertino for a reimagining of the 1974 film. Perkins envisions a slow-burn, psychological version of the iconic horror story. However, in a recent interview, he suggested that his involvement might no longer be viable. Jordan Peele’s production studio is also allegedly interested, with a reboot concept that reimagines the Sawyer family through Jordan’s sociopolitical lens.
Actor-producer and Texas native Glen Powell has shown interest as well, potentially linking up with J.T. Mollner (Strange Darling) and producer Roy Lee for a version that could end up at Netflix or even A24, though these discussions remain largely speculative.
Despite the original film’s iconic status and heavy influence on the horror genre, the sequels have had mixed success. As of now, no official deals have been confirmed. However, it’s clear that the rights are highly sought after, and Verve is still reviewing multiple propositions regarding the franchise’s future.
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