Tobe Hooper - Actor Profile

Tobe Hooper

Directing
Updated: Apr 10, 2026
27Total Films
8.0 Highest Rated
Born: Jan 25, 1943
Birth Place: Austin, Texas, USA

About Tobe Hooper

Tobe Hooper (January 25, 1943 – August 26, 2017) was an American film director and screenwriter, best known for his work in the horror film genre. His works include the cult classic The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974), along with its first sequel, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 (1986); the three-time Emmy-nominated Stephen King film adaptation Salem's Lot (1979); and the three-time Academy Award-nominated, Steven Spielberg-produced Poltergeist (1982).

Tobe Hooper Movies & Career Overview

The filmography of Tobe Hooper reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 27 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.

Dominant Genre

A large portion of Tobe Hooper's work falls within the Documentary genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.

Success Ratio

Approximately 33% of Tobe Hooper'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 Making of Poltergeist, which stands out as a key performance.

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Best Tobe Hooper Movies Ranked

Must-watch hits from Tobe Hooper's career based on audience ratings.

Full Filmography

Every movie Tobe Hooper has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.

YearMovieCharacterSuccessMore
2022 Making I'm Dangerous Tonight Himself Average Similar →
2020 Time Warp Vol. 2: Horror and Sci-Fi Self Average Similar →
2020 AGFA Mystery Mixtape #2: Later in L.A. (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2020 AGFA Mystery Mixtape #1 Self Super Hit Similar →
2020 The AGFA Mystery Mixtape Vault (archive footage) Flop Similar →
2018 Also Starring Austin - Hit Similar →
2017 We Blew It Self Flop Similar →
2015 The Martians Are Coming!: The Making of 'Invaders from Mars' - Flop Similar →
2014 Electric Boogaloo: The Wild, Untold Story of Cannon Films Self - Filmmaker Hit Similar →
2013 Cannon Fodder: The Making of Lifeforce Self Flop Similar →
2012 Slice and Dice: The Slasher Film Forever Self Flop Similar →
2006 Inside the Graveyard Self Flop Similar →
2005 The Perfect Scary Movie Self Super Hit Similar →
2002 Masters of Horror Self Super Hit Similar →
2000 Scream and Scream Again: A History of the Slasher Film Self Average Similar →
2000 Texas Chain Saw Massacre: The Shocking Truth Self Hit Similar →
2000 The American Nightmare Self Hit Similar →
1993 Body Bags Man #2 Average Similar →
1992 Sleepwalkers Forensic Tech Average Similar →
1990 Spontaneous Combustion Cigar Smoking Diner Patron Flop Similar →
1988 Coming to America Party Guest (uncredited) Hit Similar →
1986 The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2 Man in Hotel Corridor (uncredited) Average Similar →
1986 Fangoria's Weekend of Horrors Self Average Similar →
1985 The Making Of Lifeforce Self Flop Similar →
1982 The Making of Poltergeist Self Super Hit Similar →
1975 Lost in the Garden of the World Self Flop Similar →
1971 The Windsplitter Joby Flop Similar →

Tobe Hooper - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best movie of Tobe Hooper?

According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Tobe Hooper is "The Making of Poltergeist" with a rating of 8.0/10.

How many movies has Tobe Hooper acted in?

Tobe Hooper has been featured in at least 27 major films throughout their career.

What are some other popular movies by Tobe Hooper?

Other notable films include "AGFA Mystery Mixtape #1", "Masters of Horror", and "The Perfect Scary Movie".

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