It took Leatherface and his chainsaw to chase hobbit Bilbo Baggins out of the top spot at the box office.

The horror sequel “Texas Chainsaw 3-D” debuted at No. 1, with $23 million.

“Django Unchained” held on at No. 2 for a second straight weekend, with $20.1 million.

After three weekends on top, “The Hobbit” fell to third, with $17.5 million.