A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: A Nightmare on Elm Street
Director: Wes Craven
Genre: Horror
Released: 1984
Duration: 91 min
Cast: Heather Langenkamp, Johnny Depp, Robert Englund, Amanda Wyss, Jsu Garcia

What A Nightmare on Elm Street Is About

Teenagers in a small town are dropping like flies, apparently in the grip of mass hysteria causing their suicides. A cop's daughter, Nancy Thompson, traces the cause to child molester Fred Krueger, who was burned alive by angry parents many years before. Krueger has now come back in the dreams of his killers' children, claiming their lives as his revenge. Nancy and her boyfriend, Glen, must devise a plan to lure the monster out of the realm of nightmares and into the real world...

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is A Nightmare on Elm Street about?

Teenagers in a small town are dropping like flies, apparently in the grip of mass hysteria causing their suicides. A cop's daughter, Nancy Thompson, traces the cause to child molester Fred Krueger, who was burned alive by angry parents many years before.

Where can I watch A Nightmare on Elm Street?

A Nightmare on Elm Street is available to watch on digital platforms such as Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is A Nightmare on Elm Street?

A Nightmare on Elm Street runs for 91 minutes (1h 31m).

When did A Nightmare on Elm Street come out?

A Nightmare on Elm Street was released in 1984.

Who directed A Nightmare on Elm Street?

A Nightmare on Elm Street was directed by Wes Craven.

Who stars in A Nightmare on Elm Street?

A Nightmare on Elm Street stars Heather Langenkamp, Johnny Depp, Robert Englund, Amanda Wyss.

What is A Nightmare on Elm Street's rating?

A Nightmare on Elm Street holds 7.4/10 on IMDb and 7.4/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 73 out of 100.