A Nightmare on Elm Street is a horror franchise that originated in the movie industry and expanded to other forms of media. It revolves around the character of Freddy Krueger, a burned serial killer who attacks people through their dreams.
The first film in the franchise was released in 1984 and it became an instant success, grossing over $25 million in the US box office.
The franchise has since expanded to include nine films, a television series, comics, video games, and merchandise.
It is considered one of the most successful horror franchises in history.
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The original film that started the franchise.
Collectible figurines based on the character of Freddy Krueger.
Video games based on the franchise that allow players to play as Freddy Krueger or other characters trying to survive his attacks.
A Nightmare on Elm Street is a horror franchise that revolves around the character of Freddy Krueger, a burned serial killer who attacks people through their dreams.
There are a total of nine movies in the A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise, as well as a television series, comics, video games, and merchandise.
The character of Freddy Krueger was created by Wes Craven, who wrote and directed the original A Nightmare on Elm Street film.
The order of the A Nightmare on Elm Street movies is: A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984), A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985), A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors (1987), A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master (1988), A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child (1989), Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare (1991), Wes Craven's New Nightmare (1994), Freddy vs. Jason (2003), and A Nightmare on Elm Street (2010).
No, A Nightmare on Elm Street is rated R for violence, gore, and language, and is not appropriate for children.