Watch the Texas Chainsaw Massacre movies in release order, starting with The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) and continuing through Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022). The series spans 7 films, released between 1974 and 2022. Audiences rate the franchise 5.6/10 on average.

What order should you watch Texas Chainsaw Massacre?

For most viewers, release order is the recommended way to watch Texas Chainsaw Massacre. This is how the story was crafted and revealed to audiences — earlier films seed details, callbacks, and twists that pay off in later entries. Watching in release order preserves those reveals and matches the pacing the filmmakers intended.

Texas Chainsaw Massacre largely tracks its own in-universe chronology, so release order and chronological order overlap closely. You can use either without losing much, though release order is still the safest first watch.

About the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise

Series of cannibal slasher films focused on Leatherface and his family, who terrorize unsuspecting visitors to their territory.

Each film builds on the previous one, rewarding viewers who watch in sequence.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What order should I watch Texas Chainsaw Massacre?

The recommended Texas Chainsaw Massacre watch order by release date is: 1. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974), 2. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (1986), 3. Leatherface: The Texas Chainsaw Massacre III (1990), 4. The Return of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1995), 5. Texas Chainsaw 3D (2013), 6. Leatherface (2017), 7. Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022).

What is the first Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie?

The first Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie is The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, released on October 11, 1974.

What is the most recent Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie?

The most recent Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie is Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2022).

How many Texas Chainsaw Massacre movies are there?

There are 7 movies in the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise.

What is the highest-rated Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie?

The highest-rated Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie is The Texas Chain Saw Massacre, with an audience score of 7.3/10 on TMDB.

Do I need to watch Texas Chainsaw Massacre movies in order?

While each Texas Chainsaw Massacre movie can be enjoyed on its own, watching them in order gives you the full story progression and character development across all 7 films.

Where can I watch Texas Chainsaw Massacre movies online?

Most Texas Chainsaw Massacre movies are available on Amazon Prime Video. Each movie on this page has a direct "Watch on Amazon" link.

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