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The Texas Chainsaw Massacre first hit theaters in 1974. It’s spawned a variety of sequels and spin-offs over the years, and now two of its most popular entries are finally coming to 4K Blu-ray. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (2003) 4K Limited Edition and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre: The Beginning 4K Limited Edition are now up for preorder ahead of their August 26 release date. These two limited editions, produced by Arrow Video, are loaded with bonus features–and if you’re seeking the best way to view the iconic films in 2025, the 4K formats are bound to be the best physical releases for both films.
$50 | Releases August 26
This premium bundle gets you a 4K Blu-ray version of the terrifying film, plus a ridiculous list of bonus features. There’s also a reversible sleeve cover with both the original artwork and new artwork from Aaron Lea–an illustrator who’s worked on projects with Disney, Marvel, and Universal Music. In fact, the bonus features might be more compelling than the actual movie. Here’s a look at everything included:
- 4K Blu-ray with support for Dolby Vision and HDR10 compatible
- Original DTS-HD MA 7.1 and 5.1 surround audio and lossless stereo audio
- Optional English subtitles
- Brand new audio commentary with Dread Central co-founder Steve “Uncle Creepy” Barton and co-host of The Spooky Picture Show podcast Chris MacGibbon
- Archival audio commentary with director Marcus Nispel, producer Michael Bay, executive producers Brad Fuller and Andrew Form, and New Line Cinema founder Robert Shaye
- Archival audio commentary with Marcus Nispel, director of photography Daniel Pearl, production designer Greg Blair, art director Scott Gallager, sound supervisor Trevor Jolly, and composer Steve Jablonsky
- Archival audio commentary with Marcus Nispel, Michael Bay, writer Scott Kosar, Brad Fuller, Andrew Form, and actors Jessica Biel, Erica Leerhsen, Eric Balfour, Jonathan Tucker, Mike Vogel, and Andrew Bryniarski
- Reimagining a Classic: New interview with director Marcus Nispel
- Shadows of Yesteryear: New interview with cinematographer Daniel Pearl
- The Lost Leatherface: New interview with actor Brett Wagner
- Masks and Massacres: New interview with makeup effects artist Scott Stoddard
- Chainsaw Symphony: New interview with composer Steve Jablonsky
- Chainsaw Redux: Making A Massacre, a making-of documentary
- Ed Gein: The Ghoul of Plainfield, an in-depth look at the infamous killer who inspired the character of Leatherface
- Severed Parts: A look at the cutting room floor and some of the scenes excised from the final edit
- Deleted scenes, including an alternate opening and ending
- Screen tests for Jessica Biel, Eric Balfour, and Erica Leerhsen
- Behind-the-scenes featurette
- Cast and crew interviews
- Theatrical trailers and TV spots
- Concept art galleries
- Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Aaron Lea
- Double-sided foldout poster featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Aaron Lea
- Illustrated collector’s booklet featuring new writing on the film by Michael Gingold
$50 | Releases August 26
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre was followed by The Beginning in 2006. It wasn’t the same box office hit, though it still managed to pull in over $50 million worldwide. This upcoming 4K Blu-ray lets you relive the horror–and like the above 4K Blu-ray, it’s packed with bonus features.
- 4K Blu-ray with support for Dolby Vision and HDR10 compatible (Theatrical Version and the Uncut Version)
- Original DTS-HD MA 5.1 and 2.0 audio on the Theatrical Version and DTS-HD MA 7.1, 5.1 and 2.0 audio on the Uncut Version
- Optional English subtitles
- Brand new audio commentary on the Uncut Version with Dread Central co-founder Steve “Uncle Creepy” Barton and co-host of The Spooky Picture Show podcast Chris MacGibbon
- Archival audio commentary on the Uncut Version with director Jonathan Liebesman and producers Andrew Form and Brad Fuller
- Hoyt, Actually: A new interview with actor Lew Temple
- Original Skins: KNB FX: New interview with special effects makeup artist Jake Garber and special effects makeup technician Kevin Wasner
- Light and Sawdust: New interview with director of photography Lukas Ettlin
- Down to the Bone: Anatomy of a Prequel, an archival making-of documentary featuring many interviews with cast and crew members
- Deleted and extended scenes with optional commentary from director Jonathan Liebesman and producers Andrew Form and Brad Fuller
- Theatrical trailer
- Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Aaron Lea
- Double-sided foldout poster featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by Aaron Lea
- Illustrated collector’s booklet featuring new writing on the film by Michael Gingold
While these two upcoming limited editions are the most exciting, several films in the series are already available in 4K and standard Blu-ray. For example, you can pick up the original film in a Limited Edition 4K Steelbook for $36.49 (was $55), or snag The Texas Chain Saw Massacre: 40th Anniversary Collection for $53.77 (was $100), which comes bundled with loads of physical collectibles and packaging that looks like the Black Maria semi-truck.
