Although 2003’s The Texas Chainsaw Massacre was a remake of the original 1974 horror film, the movie and its cast were still imperative to the franchise as a whole, and as a result, the actors involved have gone on to enjoy impressive careers. The Texas Chain Saw Massacre is a horror movie franchise that began in 1974, wherein a group of teenagers stumbles into a house of murderers and cannibals, led by the chainsaw-wielding Leatherface. Since the first film, eight more have been introduced to the franchise. 2003’s remake is the fifth installment.
Like the original film, 2003’s The Texas Chainsaw Massacre starts off with a group of young friends: Erin, Kemper, Morgan, Andy, and Pepper. The five are traveling through Texas, on their way to a Lynyrd Skynyrd concert, when they pick up a hitchhiker who ultimately takes her own life in their van. In search of a police officer, the teens stop at a gas station, and once they become separated, nefarious events begin to take place. From the film’s final girl Erin to Leatherface himself, this film has a fun cast that have done a range of different projects since this iconic movie.
12 Jessica Biel As Erin
Jessica Biel’s performance as Erin in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre is just a hint at the fame the actress’s abilities. Though Biel first gained popularity for her role on 7th Heaven, she proved herself able to play more adult roles with films like The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. After that, she took on parts such as Sophie in The Illusionist, Alex in I Now Pronounce You Chuck and Larry, and Melina in Total Recall. More recently, Biel has made a name for herself in television with series like The Sinner and Candy. Overall, Biel has shown her ability to play a variety of roles, both light and dark.
11 Jonathan Tucker As Morgan
Just as Jonathan Tucker’s character Morgan put up a good fight until the end of 2003’s The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, the actor has gone on to enjoy a long and consistent career. Following The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Tucker appeared in movies such as Hostage, The Ruins, and The Next Three Days. He has also made an abundance of television appearances on series like Parenthood, Hannibal, Westworld, and Justified. In 2014, he was the star of the series, Kingdom, and most recently, he has led the Netflix miniseries Echoes.
10 Erica Leerhsen As Pepper
It’s no surprise that a member of The Texas Chainsaw Massacre cast continued on in the horror genre after making the film. Erica Leerhsen, who played Pepper, first gained fame in 2000 with her role in Book of Shadows: Blair Witch 2. Then, her career as a scream queen was cemented with The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Following the film, she starred in horror films such as Wrong Turn 2: Dead End, Lonely Joe, and The Butterfly Room. She also earned roles in Woody Allen films like Anything Else and Magic in the Moonlight, which was her last on-screen performance as of now.
9 Mike Vogel As Andy
For Mike Vogel, 2003’s Texas Chainsaw Massacre was just the start of a considerable acting career in a variety of genres. In the film, Vogel played Andy, a character that sees a particularly iconic and gruesome fate via a meat hook. Following that tragic end, Vogel continued acting, picking up roles in The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants, Cloverfield, Blue Valentine, and The Help. He also took on leading television roles in Under the Dome and The Brave. Most recently, the actor portrayed John F. Kennedy in American Horror Story: Double Feature.
8 Eric Balfour As Kemper
Though Eric Balfour’s Kemper is the first to die in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, his fate is not indicative of his acting career. Since the 2003 movie, Balfour has enjoyed an extended career in small, indie films, with countless television appearances as well. Balfour’s best known projects include 24, Six Feet Under, Haven, The OC, and Country Comfort. Balfour is also known for being the lead singer of a band called Born as Ghosts, formerly named Fredalba.
7 Andrew Bryniarski As Thomas Hewitt
Although Leatherface, also known as Thomas Hewitt, may seem like a character that is completely out of this world, there is a real man behind the mask. Andrew Bryniarski portrayed Thomas Hewitt in 2003’s The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, then went on to play the villain again in 2006’s The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning. During his career, Bryniarski typically played careers that fit his bulky and tall stature. Bryniarski stopped acting in 2015, with the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise being his best-known work.
6 R. Lee Ermey As Sheriff Hoyt
Though R. Lee Ermey gave a great performance as Sheriff Hoyt in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre remake, the actor is best known for his role as Gunnery Sergeant Hartman. Therefore, the actor had an impressive career before The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and continued to shine in the years after, especially in voice acting. Ermey’s voice appeared in a variety of projects like Kim Possible, The Simpsons, Family Guy, Toy Story 3 and X-Men: The Last Stand. The actor also returned to the Texas Chiansaw Massacre franchise with The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning.
5 David Dorfman As Jedidiah
The kind-hearted member of Leatherface’s movie family, Jedidiah, is played by David Dorfman. After 2003’s The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Dorfman continued his acting career with projects such as The Ring Two and Drillbit Taylor, for which he won a Teen Choice Award. Though Dorfman made a brief cameo in Game of Thrones in 2017, the actor’s career mostly ended in 2010, and in 2017, he pursued a new career as a lawyer. Dorfman now works in the US House of Representatives as Legislative Director/General Counsel to the Energy & Commerce Committee’s Vice Chair and Homeland Security Committee’s Cybersecurity Subcommittee Emeritus Chair.
4 Terrence Evans As Old Monty
While most of Terrence Evans’ career occurred before 2003’s The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, the actor did not stop with the horror franchise. After playing the sadistic Old Monty, Evans returned to the role with The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning, and also took up roles in The Pumpkin Karver, Chain Letter, and Las Vegas. Terrence Evans was best known for his roles in Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Star Trek: Voyager, and Terminator 2: Judgement Day.
3 Marietta Marich As Luda Mae
Yet another actor from The Texas Chainsaw Massacre who had an entire career before the film is Marietta Marich. Marich played Leatherface’s mother in the 2003 film and also the prequel The Texas Chainsaw Massacrew: The Beginning. In fact, the role of Luda Mae brought Marich back into prominence after her career had naturally settled. Marich only appeared in one film after the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise: House of Good and Evil. Marich was best known for films such as Courtship, Leap of Faith, and Rushmore.
2 Heather Kafka As Henrietta
After playing the sinister Henrietta in The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Heather Kafka continued building a vibrant and dynamic career. Kafka made an abundance of minor television appearances in series like CSI, ER, and House. In 2006, she returned for The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning. From there, she made her name in countless indie and short films. Her television appearances also continued with shows such as The Leftovers.
1 Kathy Lamkin As Tea Lady
The last significant character to appear in 2003’s The Texas Chainsaw Massacre was the Tea Lady. Though she didn’t have a real name, her character made an impact through sheer creepiness. The Tea Lady was played by Kathy Lamkin. After The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, Lamkin appeared in films like The Heartbreak Kid and No Country for Old Men. She is the final cast member to return for The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning as well. Lamkin’s acting career ended in 2013.
