Paul A. Partain
ActingAbout Paul A. Partain
Paul Alan Partain (November 22, 1946 – January 28, 2005) billed professionally as Paul A. Partain was an American actor, perhaps best known for his role in the original The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) as the handicapped wheel-chair bound Franklin Hardesty.
Paul A. Partain Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Paul A. Partain reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 11 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Paul A. Partain's work falls within the Horror genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 45% of Paul A. Partain's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Life of David Gale, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Paul A. Partain Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paul A. Partain's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Paul A. Partain has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Nash the Slash Rises Again! | Self - Franklin(archive footage) | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | Texas Chainsaw 3D | Franklin Hardesty (archive footage) | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Life of David Gale | Alcoholic (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | Texas Chain Saw Massacre: The Shocking Truth | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2000 | The American Nightmare | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1997 | Burying Lana | Militia of Texas Minister | Flop | Similar → |
| 1995 | The Return of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre | Hospital Orderly | Flop | Similar → |
| 1977 | Rolling Thunder | Brother-in-Law | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Race with the Devil | Cal Mathers | Average | Similar → |
| 1974 | The Texas Chain Saw Massacre | Franklin | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Lovin' Molly | Willy (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Paul A. Partain - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paul A. Partain?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paul A. Partain is "The Life of David Gale" with a rating of 7.4/10.
How many movies has Paul A. Partain acted in?
Paul A. Partain has been featured in at least 11 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Paul A. Partain?
Other notable films include "The Texas Chain Saw Massacre", "Texas Chain Saw Massacre: The Shocking Truth", and "Rolling Thunder".