Screen Rant

  • Wes Craven's estate is exploring ideas for a Nightmare on Elm Street movie and TV show. 1 / 8

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  • A Nightmare on Elm Street introduced Freddy Krueger in 1984. 2 / 8

    Robert Englund As Freddy Krueger Vertical

  • Cravens's estate recently reclaimed the rights to A Nightmare on Elm Street... 3 / 8

    A Nightmare on Elm Street Dream Master Robert Englund Vertical Freddy Krueger

  • Since filmmakers can reclaim the copyright to their work after 35 years. 4 / 8

    Robert Englund as Freddy Krueger in A Nightmare on Elm Street Vertical

  • Fans have been expecting a new Nightmare on Elm Street movie eventually. 5 / 8

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  • However, the news of a TV show is a bit of a surprise. 6 / 8

  • It's unknown whether Heather Langenkamp and Robert Englund will return. 7 / 8

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  • No matter what happens with the franchise, Craven's legacy will always live on with Freddy. 8 / 8

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