Y'all Wanna See a Movie Made in Texas? Howdy, Partner, We Got You Covered!
Texas: bigger than life, full of heart, and apparently a really popular movie set. From tumbleweeds blowin' across dusty plains to cityscapes that could rival New York (but with better barbecue, obviously), the Lone Star State has served as the backdrop for flicks of every genre. So, grab some sweet tea, put on your ten-gallon hat (or at least a cowboy emoji for your phone), and let's mosey on through some of the most memorable movies filmed in Texas.
Classics with a Texas Twang
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The Good, the Bad and the Ugly: Clint Eastwood practically sweats more than a Texas chili cook-off contestant in this spaghetti western masterpiece.
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The Last Picture Show: This black-and-white beauty captures the small-town blues of a dying Texas community. Think Friday Night Lights without the shoulder pads, but with even more existential dread.
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No Country for Old Men: Tommy Lee Jones chases Javier Bardem across a desolate Texas landscape in a film so tense, you'll need a whole gallon of that sweet tea to calm your nerves.
From High School Heroes to Chainsaw-Wielding Maniacs: Genre Gems
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Friday Night Lights: Clear eyes, full hearts, can't lose! This heartwarming (and sometimes heartbreaking) look at high school football in Texas will make you believe anything is possible, as long as you've got a good spiral pass.
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Dazed and Confused: Matthew McConaughey delivering philosophical monologues while rocking a bowl cut? This cult classic captures the hazy, hilarious chaos of being a teenager in 1970s Texas.
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The Texas Chain Saw Massacre: Okay, this one might not be heartwarming, but it's definitely unforgettable. Just a friendly reminder: maybe don't pick up any hitchhikers on deserted Texas backroads.
Laughter is the Best Medicine (Especially in Texas)
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Miss Congeniality: Sandra Bullock proves beauty queens can kick butt too, all while rocking a killer two-step in this hilarious comedy.
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Office Space: We've all been there, stuck in a soul-crushing office job. This movie takes that frustration and turns it into comedic gold, with a healthy dose of Texas charm (and Milton's stapler obsession).
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Bernie: This darkly funny true story tells the tale of a small-town Texas assistant mortician who maybe, just maybe, got a little too close to one of his "clients."
This is just a taste of the cinematic treasures filmed in the great state of Texas. So, next time you're planning a movie night, consider grabbing a western, a teen comedy, or maybe something a little...chainsaw-y. Texas has a movie for every mood, and you might just discover your new favorite flick along the way.
