A24 Picks Up The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: New TV Series Plans, Movie Also in the Works

In this episode of Geek Freaks Headlines, we break down the news that A24 has acquired The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and is planning both a TV series and a new movie. The series is described as an “original approach” rather than a remake of the 1974 film, with J.T. Molner and Glen Powell attached as producers. We also talk about why A24 feels like a fascinating fit for slasher properties, how their tension-building style could change the vibe of classic franchises, and what this might mean for the broader horror landscape, including A24’s Crystal Lake project tied to Friday the 13th. Finally, we toss out a personal wish: A24 taking a crack at the Halloween franchise.

• 00:00 A24 acquires The Texas Chainsaw Massacre and announces plans for a TV series and movie

• 00:15 The movie is early in development, and why a 1974 remake could still work

• 00:28 Why A24’s “care” and cinematic style could be a big upgrade for slashers

• 00:50 A24’s Crystal Lake connection and the hope for an A24-led Halloween revival

• 01:04 Listener prompt and wrap-up

• A24 is expanding The Texas Chainsaw Massacre with a TV series plus a separate film project.

• The TV series is positioned as an original take, not a straight remake of the 1974 story.

• The film side is still very early, which leaves the door open for several directions, including a fresh reboot.

• A24’s signature tension and presentation could be a strong match for classic slasher DNA.

• With Crystal Lake also on A24’s slate, it feels like they’re building a real lane in horror franchises.

• There’s real curiosity (and some excitement) around what A24 would “change or expand” in Chainsaw’s world.

• “The Texas Chainsaw Massacre has just been acquired by A24, and they’re making a TV series and movie out of this.”

• “The TV series is going to be an original approach. It’s not going to be a remake of the 1974 film.”

• “I wouldn’t hate them remaking that, especially with A24’s touch.”

• “I really want them to grab the Halloween franchise. That’s my favorite horror franchise.”

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