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Robert Englund is an American actor and director, best known for playing Freddy Krueger in the A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise. Learn about his early life, career, filmography, awards, and personal life on Wikipedia.
Robert Englund is a veteran character actor who has appeared in over 75 films and four TV series. He is best known for playing Freddy Krueger, the iconic boogeyman in the A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise.
- January 1, 1
- 1.78 m
- Glendale, California, USA
Learn about Robert Englund's career, appearances, collectibles, and Hollywood Walk of Fame honor. Find out how to get his autograph, watch his latest projects, and send him a message.
Learn about the life and career of Robert Englund, the actor who played Freddy Krueger in A Nightmare on Elm Street and other horror films. Find out his birth date, height, family, trivia, quotes and more on IMDb.
- Actor, Additional Crew, Director
- June 6, 1947
Jan 26, 2023 · Learn about Robert Englund's childhood fascination with horror, his accidental casting as Freddy Krueger, and his friendship with Mark Hamill. Discover how he became a horror icon and traveled the world with his role.
Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Robert Englund. After five years of success in regional theater Robert Englund returned to the west coast where he had grown up. His very first audition landed him a starring role in the 1973 film Buster and Billie directed by Daniel Petrie.
Jun 2, 2023 · The horror icon talks about his life as the Nightmare on Elm Street slasher, his training at Royal Academy of Dramatic Art, and his new documentary. He also reveals his audition for Star Wars and his favorite Freddy kill.