Paul A. Partain
Biography
Paul A. Partain works in acting. Born November 22, 1946 in Austin, Texas, USA. Died January 28, 2005. Archytele tracks 11 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
11 titles- Nash the Slash Rises Again! (2025) as Self - Franklin(archive footage)
- Texas Chainsaw 3D (2013) as Franklin Hardesty (archive footage)
- The Life of David Gale (2003) as Alcoholic (uncredited)
- The American Nightmare (2000) as Self
- Texas Chain Saw Massacre: The Shocking Truth (2000) as Self
- Burying Lana (1997) as Militia of Texas Minister
- The Return of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1995) as Hospital Orderly
- Rolling Thunder (1977) as Brother-in-Law
- Race with the Devil (1975) as Cal Mathers
- The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) as Franklin
- Lovin' Molly (1974) as Willy (uncredited)
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Paul A. Partain best known for?
Paul A. Partain is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Texas Chainsaw 3D (2013), The Life of David Gale (2003), The Return of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1995), Rolling Thunder (1977).
When and where was Paul A. Partain born?
Paul A. Partain was born on November 22, 1946 in Austin, Texas, USA. They passed away on January 28, 2005.
How many credits does Paul A. Partain have?
Paul A. Partain has accumulated over 11 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1974 to 2025.
What is Paul A. Partain's background in cinema and television?
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 by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- The Life of David Gale (2003) as Alcoholic (uncredited) — aged about 56
- The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974) as Franklin — aged about 27
- Rolling Thunder (1977) as Brother-in-Law — aged about 30
- Race with the Devil (1975) as Cal Mathers — aged about 28
- Texas Chainsaw 3D (2013) as Franklin Hardesty (archive footage) — aged about 66
- Lovin' Molly (1974) as Willy (uncredited) — aged about 27
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