The Future of Freddy Krueger: Will He Return to Elm Street?
Robert Englund, the original actor who played Freddy Krueger, opens up about the possibility of returning to Elm Street and haunting people's dreams once again Will fans finally get to see their favorite nightmare come to life?
Englund, the iconic actor who portrayed Freddy Krueger in A Nightmare on Elm Street for several years, has confirmed that he will not be returning to the franchise. In a recent interview with Variety, he explained that his time as the infamous killer has come to an end. Despite other actors taking on the role, Englund remains the most well-known and successful Krueger actor to date.
Given his age and physical limitations, it's understandable that Englund feels he can no longer play Freddy. The demands of horror films can be grueling, particularly when it comes to fight scenes and stunts. With a bad neck, bad back, and arthritis in his right wrist, it's no surprise that Englund is ready to retire from the role. While he may not be able to take on a full-time part, a cameo appearance would certainly be a treat for fans.
Will Freddy Krueger Be Appearing Again?
Following the underwhelming reception of the A Nightmare on Elm Street remake, the future of Freddy Krueger hangs in the balance. Despite earning $57 million at the box office, the film was met with scathing reviews - a predictable outcome given the unique challenges of remaking horror movies. Horror villains are notorious for their iconic status, making any significant changes to their backstory a risky move. Unfortunately, in an attempt to avoid criticism, the 2010 remake played it too safe and failed to offer anything new.
However, there is still hope for Krueger's future. Mike Flanagan, creator of The Haunting of Hill House, has a pitch for A Nightmare on Elm Street. While he is unsure of where to take it, he is eager to see the project come to fruition. Currently occupied with completing The Fall of the House of Usher and The Life of Chuck, it may be some time before Flanagan is able to direct the next Krueger movie, if he does at all.
It remains unclear who would grant Flanagan permission to develop a new A Nightmare on Elm Street film, posing a significant obstacle to the project. The lack of clarity surrounding ownership rights may ultimately prevent a new Freddy Krueger from coming to life on the big screen. Additionally, if a new film is produced, it will likely feature a new actor in the iconic role, as Robert Englund has retired from playing Krueger.
