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Robert Englund Suggests Doug Jones for New Freddy Krueger

10/6/2025

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Story summary

Robert Englund, the original Freddy Krueger, proposes Doug Jones as a potential new actor.
A fresh face could redefine Krueger and diverge from Englund's portrayal.
He notes Kevin Bacon was once considered but doubts current interest.
He favors Freddy backstory exploration over a reboot and is open to animation.
Wes Craven's estate has held United States rights since 2019.

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Story summary

Robert Englund, the original Freddy Krueger, proposes Doug Jones as a potential new actor.
A fresh face could redefine Krueger and diverge from Englund's portrayal.
He notes Kevin Bacon was once considered but doubts current interest.
He favors Freddy backstory exploration over a reboot and is open to animation.
Wes Craven's estate has held United States rights since 2019.