TMDb/Black Phone 2 TV Explore the legacy of Freddy Krueger and discover how his influence echoes in 2021's chilling horror, The Black Phone, with Ethan Hawke. April 27, 2026 AceShowbiz - For horror enthusiasts, few villains are as iconic as Freddy Krueger, the nightmarish figure who terrorizes teens in their dreams. Portrayed flawlessly by Robert Englund, Freddy first appeared in Wes Craven's groundbreaking 1984 film A Nightmare on Elm Street. Over the years, the franchise expanded to include seven original films, a crossover with Jason Voorhees in Freddy vs. Jason, and even a 2010 remake.