A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985) movie poster

A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985)

"The man of your dreams is back."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 84%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 42% (RT: 42%, MC: 43) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
Horror

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Runtime
1h 27m
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
5.8/10 (2,058 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
42%
Metacritic
43
Cast
Robert Englund as Freddy Krueger
Mark Patton as Jesse Walsh
Kim Myers as Lisa Webber
Robert Rusler as Ron Grady
Clu Gulager as Ken Walsh
Hope Lange as Cheryl Walsh
Marshall Bell as Coach Schneider
Melinda O. Fee as Mrs. Webber
Most people think so. 84% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 2,058 votes. Critics scored it lower at 42%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
A teenage boy is haunted in his dreams by deceased child murderer Freddy Krueger, who is out to possess him in order to continue his reign of terror in the real world. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • Robert Englund spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • The initial cut of A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge is a 1985 horror film directed by Jack Sholder. A teenage boy is haunted in his dreams by deceased child murderer Freddy Krueger, who is out to possess him in order to continue his reign of terror in the real world. The film has been rated by 2,058 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a horror film, A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge (1985) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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