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Tobe Hooper

Tobe Hooper

Birthday: 1943-01-25 | Place of Birth: Austin, Texas, USA

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).

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Known For

Acting

Year
Title

Role

2010
A History of Horror

as    Self

2005
The Perfect Scary Movie

as    Self

2002
Masters of Horror

as    Self

2001
The American Nightmare

as    Self

1986
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2

as    Man in Hotel Corridor (uncredited)