Actor
Robert Englund
- Born: 6 June 1947, Glendale, California, USA
- Estimated net worth: $18 million
Robert Englund is an American actor best known for his iconic role as Freddy Krueger in the 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' series. With a career spanning several decades, he has made a significant impact in the horror genre. Englund's distinctive voice and…
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About Robert Englund
Robert Englund is an American actor best known for his iconic role as Freddy Krueger in the 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' series. With a career spanning several decades, he has made a significant impact in the horror genre. Englund's distinctive voice and charismatic performances have earned him a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim in both film and television.
- Born
- 6 June 1947, Glendale, California, USA
- Known for
- Acting
- Height
- 5 ft 9 in (1.75 m)
- Spouses
- Nancy Booth (1988-present)
- Children
- 2 children: Zachary Englund, and a daughter
- Parents
- John Englund, and Emily Englund
- Estimated net worth
- $18 million
Fun facts about Robert Englund
- Robert Englund was a trained Shakespearean actor before gaining fame as Freddy Krueger.
- He is an avid fan of the 'Star Trek' franchise and has made several appearances at conventions.
Famous Robert Englund quotes
“Welcome to prime time, bitch!”
“I'm your boyfriend now, Nancy.”
“You have nothing to fear, except fear itself.”
Robert Englund filmography
Cast (222)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Pinocchio: Unstrung Movie | Cricket (voice) | 6.5 |
| 2026 | Waking a Brutal Beast Movie | Himself | 2.0 |
| 2026 | Regular Show: The Lost Tapes TV | Anti-Pops / Guard 2 (voice) | 9.6 |
| 2026 | Stranger Things: Tales from '85 TV | Cosmo (voice) | 7.7 |
| 2024 | Abruptio Movie | Mr. Salk | 6.2 |
| 2024 | Mad Props Movie | Self | 6.0 |
| 2023 | Under the Bed Movie | Narrator | |
| 2023 | Curses! TV | Cornelius (voice) | 6.2 |
| 2023 | Natty Knocks Movie | Mr. Meredeth | 5.2 |
| 2023 | Royal Crackers TV | Warwick (voice) | 6.0 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | The Quantum Devil Movie | Barada (voice) | 3.8 |
| 2022 | In Search of Darkness: Part III Movie | Self | 7.5 |
| 2022 | The Paloni Show! Halloween Special! Movie | Unknown character | 6.5 |
| 2022 | Hollywood Dreams & Nightmares: The Robert Englund Story Movie | Self | 6.6 |
| 2022 | Blumhouse's Compendium of Horror TV | Narrator (voice) | 5.8 |
| 2022 | Halloween in Hollywood Movie | Self | 1.0 |
| 2022 | FredHeads: The Documentary Movie | Himself | 4.0 |
| 2022 | Choose or Die Movie | Robert Englund (voice) | 5.2 |
| 2021 | Behind the Monsters TV | Self | 5.6 |
| 2021 | Attack of the Hollywood Clichés! Movie | Self - Actor | 6.0 |
| 2021 | Nightmares in the Makeup Chair Movie | Self | |
| 2021 | DOTA: Dragon's Blood TV | Aetherak (voice) | 7.7 |
| 2020 | In Search of Darkness: Part II Movie | Self | 7.7 |
| 2020 | AGFA Mystery Mixtape #3: Sequelitis Movie | Self | 6.5 |
| 2020 | The AGFA Mystery Mixtape Vault Movie | (archive footage) | |
| 2020 | AGFA Mystery Mixtape #1 Movie | Self | 8.0 |
| 2020 | True Terror with Robert Englund TV | Himself | 7.3 |
| 2019 | The Movies That Made Us TV | Self | 7.3 |
| 2019 | Scream, Queen! My Nightmare on Elm Street Movie | Self | 6.5 |
| 2018 | Urban Legacy: The Story Behind Urban Legend Movie | Self | 8.5 |
| 2018 | Eli Roth's History of Horror TV | Self | 6.4 |
| 2018 | Making Fun: The Story of Funko Movie | Self | 6.5 |
| 2017 | Cult of Terror Movie | Self - Actor | 6.8 |
| 2017 | Campfire Creepers: The Skull of Sam Movie | Skull Collector | 7.0 |
| 2017 | To Hell and Back: The Kane Hodder Story Movie | Self | 7.9 |
| 2017 | Nightworld Movie | Jacob | 4.4 |
| 2016 | The Midnight Man Movie | Dr. Goodberry | 5.8 |
| 2016 | Stranger Things TV | Victor Creel | 8.5 |
| 2015 | The Funhouse Massacre Movie | Warden Kane | 5.3 |
| 2015 | Kantemir Movie | John Larousse | 4.2 |
| 2015 | Pig Goat Banana Cricket TV | Lost Larry (voice) | 4.2 |
| 2015 | Lake Placid vs. Anaconda Movie | Jim Bickerman | 5.1 |
| 2015 | Behind the Mask: The Making of The Phantom of the Opera Movie | Self | |
| 2014 | Fear Clinic Movie | Dr. Andover | 4.1 |
| 2014 | The Last Showing Movie | Stuart | 5.2 |
| 2014 | Witches Blood Movie | Himself | 1.0 |
| 2014 | Breadwinners TV | One-Eyed Peekaboo (voice) | 4.6 |
| 2013 | The Goldbergs TV | Freddy Krueger | 7.4 |
| 2013 | Crystal Lake Memories: The Complete History of Friday the 13th Movie | Self | 7.9 |
| 2013 | The Mole Man of Belmont Avenue Movie | Hezekiah Confab | 4.2 |
| 2013 | Uncle Grandpa TV | Boogie Man (voice) | 4.7 |
| 2013 | Marvel's Hulk and the Agents of S.M.A.S.H. TV | Pluto (voice) | 6.2 |
| 2013 | Lake Placid: The Final Chapter Movie | Jim Bickerman | 5.2 |
| 2013 | Sanitarium Movie | Sam | 4.7 |
| 2012 | Zombie Mutation Movie | Dream Man | 1.6 |
| 2012 | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles TV | Dire Beaver / Dread Beaver (voice) | 8.3 |
| 2012 | Strippers vs. Werewolves Movie | Tapper | 3.9 |
| 2012 | Comic Book Men TV | Self | 6.9 |
| 2012 | Fear Himself: The Life and Crimes of Freddy Krueger Movie | Narrator (voice) / Self | 6.0 |
| 2011 | Green Lantern: The Animated Series TV | Myglom (voice) | 7.8 |
| 2011 | Inkubus Movie | Inkubus | 3.9 |
| 2011 | Underground Entertainment: The Movie Movie | Robert | 7.2 |
| 2011 | I Am Nancy Movie | Self | 6.4 |
| 2011 | Good Day for It Movie | Wayne Jackson | 5.5 |
| 2011 | Workaholics TV | Josh / Dr. TelAmeriCorp | 7.4 |
| 2011 | Scream: The Inside Story Movie | Self | 6.0 |
| 2010 | Tales from the Lumber Yard: The Making of Galaxy of Terror Movie | Self | 8.3 |
| 2010 | I Want to Be a Soldier Movie | Psychologist | 5.7 |
| 2010 | Hawaii Five-0 TV | Samuel Lee | 7.7 |
| 2010 | Regular Show TV | Stagman (voice) | 8.6 |
| 2010 | Regular Show TV | Anti-Pops (voice) | 8.6 |
| 2010 | Regular Show TV | Mystery Man (voice) | 8.6 |
| 2010 | Video Nasties: Moral Panic, Censorship & Videotape Movie | Self (archive footage) | 6.7 |
| 2010 | Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy TV | Unknown character | |
| 2010 | Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy Movie | Self | 7.8 |
| 2009 | Fear Clinic TV | Dr. Andover | 3.0 |
| 2009 | Night of the Sinner Movie | The Prince | 4.3 |
| 2008 | The Spectacular Spider-Man: Attack of the Lizard Movie | Adrian Toomes/Vulture (voice) | 7.0 |
| 2008 | Red Movie | Mr. Doust | 6.3 |
| 2008 | Zombie Strippers! Movie | Ian | 4.8 |
| 2008 | The Spectacular Spider-Man TV | Vulture (voice) | 8.6 |
| 2008 | The Spectacular Spider-Man TV | Adrian Toomes / Vulture (voice) | 8.6 |
| 2007 | The Making of 'Hatchet' Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 2007 | Black Swarm Movie | Eli Giles | 4.2 |
| 2007 | Heckler Movie | Self | 5.9 |
| 2007 | Jack Brooks: Monster Slayer Movie | Professor Gordon Crowley | 5.6 |
| 2007 | Chuck TV | Dr. Stanley Wheelwright | 7.7 |
| 2006 | Heartstopper Movie | Sheriff Berger | 3.9 |
| 2006 | Never Sleep Again: The Making of ‘A Nightmare on Elm Street’ Movie | Self | 8.2 |
| 2006 | El hormiguero TV | Self | 4.7 |
| 2006 | Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon Movie | Doc Halloran | 6.4 |
| 2006 | Hatchet Movie | Samson Dunstan | 5.8 |
| 2006 | The House That Freddy Built Movie | Self | 6.0 |
| 2005 | Dance of the Dead Movie | MC | 5.5 |
| 2005 | The Perfect Scary Movie Movie | Self | 7.7 |
| 2005 | Masters of Horror TV | The MC | 7.1 |
| 2005 | Criminal Minds TV | Unknown character | 8.3 |
| 2005 | Supernatural TV | Dr. Robert | 8.3 |
| 2005 | Bones TV | Ray Buxley | 8.2 |
| 2005 | Hell's Kitchen TV | Self - Restaurant Patron | 6.9 |
| 2005 | 2001 Maniacs Movie | Mayor Buckman | 5.4 |
| 2004 | 100 Scariest Movie Moments TV | Self | 7.9 |
| 2004 | The Batman TV | The Riddler (voice) | 8.0 |
| 2004 | Nobody Knows Anything! Movie | Jack Sampson | 3.5 |
| 2004 | Justice League Unlimited TV | Felix Faust (voice) | 8.3 |
| 2004 | Genesis: Development Hell Movie | Self | |
| 2004 | Dubbed and Dangerous 3 Movie | Mr. Englund | 5.5 |
| 2003 | High Chaparall TV | Unknown character | 8.6 |
| 2003 | I'm with Her TV | Leonard Heckman | 6.8 |
| 2003 | The Return of Cagliostro Movie | Erroll Douglas | 7.6 |
| 2003 | Like a Bad Dream Movie | Professor | 5.2 |
| 2003 | Freddy vs. Jason Movie | Freddy Krueger | 6.1 |
| 2003 | Justice League: Paradise Lost Movie | Felix Faust (voice) | 7.6 |
| 2003 | The New Tom Green Show TV | Self | 7.0 |
| 2002 | Windfall Movie | Scratch | 5.0 |
| 2002 | Wish You Were Dead Movie | Bernie Garces | 5.0 |
| 2001 | Justice League TV | Felix Faust (voice) | 8.2 |
| 2001 | The Nightmare Room TV | Mr. Bell | 8.1 |
| 2000 | Scream and Scream Again: A History of the Slasher Film Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 2000 | Python Movie | Dr. Anton Rudolph | 5.2 |
| 1999 | The Prince and the Surfer Movie | Kratski | 4.0 |
| 1999 | Welcome to Primetime Movie | Self | 9.0 |
| 1999 | The Simpsons: Too Hot For TV Movie | Unknown character | 7.1 |
| 1998 | Charmed TV | Gammill | 8.2 |
| 1998 | Strangeland Movie | Jackson Roth | 5.0 |
| 1998 | Urban Legend Movie | Professor William Wexler | 6.0 |
| 1998 | The Hughleys TV | Evil Bloodthirsty Brian | 6.8 |
| 1998 | Meet the Deedles Movie | Nemo | 4.5 |
| 1997 | Wishmaster Movie | Raymond Beaumont | 6.1 |
| 1997 | Perfect Target Movie | Colonel Shakwell | 6.3 |
| 1997 | Halloween... The Happy Haunting of America! Movie | Self | 9.0 |
| 1996 | Killer Tongue Movie | Prison Director | 5.7 |
| 1996 | The Paper Brigade Movie | Crazy Man Cooper | 6.9 |
| 1996 | The Jamie Foxx Show TV | Clive | 6.7 |
| 1996 | Starquest II Movie | Father O'Neill | 3.3 |
| 1996 | The Vampyre Wars Movie | Unknown character | |
| 1995 | MADtv TV | Self | 7.1 |
| 1995 | The Unspoken Truth Movie | Ernest Trainor | 8.1 |
| 1995 | Lo + plus TV | Self - Guest | |
| 1995 | Sliders TV | Dr. James Aldohn | 7.6 |
| 1995 | The Mangler Movie | William 'Bill' Gartley | 4.9 |
| 1994 | Mortal Fear Movie | Dr. Ralph Wannamaker | 5.5 |
| 1994 | Wes Craven's New Nightmare Movie | Robert Englund / Freddy Krueger | 6.5 |
| 1994 | Masters of Illusion: The Wizards of Special Effects Movie | Self | 9.0 |
| 1994 | Perry Mason: The Case of the Lethal Lifestyle Movie | Peter Cartwright | 7.5 |
| 1994 | Babylon 5 TV | Jeremiah | 8.0 |
| 1993 | Night Terrors Movie | Marquis De Sade | 4.2 |
| 1993 | RTL Samstag Nacht TV | Unknown character | 7.9 |
| 1993 | Walker, Texas Ranger TV | Lyle Eckert | 7.0 |
| 1993 | The Nightmare Begins Again Movie | Freddy Krueger | 6.2 |
| 1992 | Dance Macabre Movie | Anthony | 4.2 |
| 1992 | Nightmare Cafe TV | Blackie | 6.4 |
| 1991 | Hooray for Horrorwood Movie | Self | 8.0 |
| 1991 | Slash & Burn: The Freddy Krueger Story Movie | Freddy Krueger | 8.0 |
| 1991 | Bride of Weekend of Horrors Movie | Self | |
| 1991 | The Horror Hall of Fame II Movie | Self - Host | 2.0 |
| 1991 | Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare Movie | Freddy Krueger | 5.3 |
| 1990 | The Adventures of Ford Fairlane Movie | Smiley | 6.1 |
| 1989 | The Simpsons TV | Freddy Krueger (voice) | 8.0 |
| 1989 | The Phantom of the Opera Movie | Erik Destler / The Phantom | 5.7 |
| 1989 | The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV' Movie | Self / Freddy Krueger | 5.0 |
| 1989 | A Nightmare on Elm Street: The Dream Child Movie | Freddy Krueger | 5.4 |
| 1989 | C.H.U.D. II: Bud the Chud Movie | Man in Trenchcoat (uncredited) | 4.3 |
| 1988 | It's a Miserable Life Movie | Freddy Kruger | 5.0 |
| 1988 | Freddy's Nightmares TV | Freddy Krueger | 7.2 |
| 1988 | A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master Movie | Freddy Krueger | 5.9 |
| 1988 | The Freddy Krueger Special Movie | Freddy Krueger | 7.5 |
| 1987 | Infidelity Movie | Scott | 7.2 |
| 1987 | Married... with Children TV | Lucifer | 7.7 |
| 1987 | A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors Movie | Freddy Krueger | 6.7 |
| 1986 | Downtown TV | Dennis Shothoffer | 7.0 |
| 1986 | Never Too Young to Die Movie | Riley | 4.7 |
| 1986 | Fangoria's Weekend of Horrors Movie | Self | 6.7 |
| 1985 | A Nightmare on Elm Street Part 2: Freddy's Revenge Movie | Freddy Krueger | 5.8 |
| 1985 | MacGyver TV | Tim Wexler | 7.7 |
| 1985 | Hollywood Beat TV | Captain Crusader | 5.0 |
| 1984 | A Nightmare on Elm Street Movie | Fred Krueger | 7.4 |
| 1984 | V TV | Willie | 7.1 |
| 1984 | Hunter TV | Vaughn | 7.1 |
| 1984 | V: The Final Battle TV | Willie | 7.4 |
| 1984 | Night Court TV | Arnold Preminger | 7.3 |
| 1983 | Hobson's Choice Movie | Freddy Beenstock | 7.0 |
| 1983 | Manimal TV | Unknown character | 7.4 |
| 1983 | I Want to Live Movie | Sam Cooper | 4.8 |
| 1983 | V TV | Willie | 7.8 |
| 1983 | Starflight: The Plane That Couldn't Land Movie | Scott | 5.0 |
| 1983 | The Fighter Movie | Charlie | 6.5 |
| 1982 | Knight Rider TV | Edward Kent | 7.5 |
| 1982 | Mysterious Two Movie | Boone | 6.1 |
| 1982 | Don't Cry, It's Only Thunder Movie | Tripper | 5.7 |
| 1982 | Thou Shalt Not Kill Movie | Bobby Collins | 7.0 |
| 1982 | Cassie & Co. TV | Cliff Jenner | 5.3 |
| 1981 | Simon & Simon TV | Unknown character | 6.7 |
| 1981 | Galaxy of Terror Movie | Ranger | 5.3 |
| 1981 | Dead & Buried Movie | Harry | 6.4 |
| 1979 | Mind Over Murder Movie | Ted Beasly | 5.8 |
| 1979 | Paris TV | Unknown character | 6.5 |
| 1979 | California Fever TV | Unknown character | 7.7 |
| 1979 | Hart to Hart TV | Buddy Kilgore | 6.9 |
| 1979 | The Ordeal of Patty Hearst Movie | Informer | 6.5 |
| 1978 | The Fifth Floor Movie | Benny | 5.0 |
| 1978 | Bloodbrothers Movie | Mott | 5.8 |
| 1978 | The Great Smokey Roadblock Movie | Beebo Crozier | 5.7 |
| 1978 | The Courage and the Passion Movie | Sgt. Bell | 9.0 |
| 1978 | Big Wednesday Movie | "Fly" | 6.9 |
| 1977 | Young Joe, the Forgotten Kennedy Movie | Willy | |
| 1977 | CHiPs TV | Zack | 6.8 |
| 1977 | The Hardy Boys / Nancy Drew Mysteries TV | Unknown character | 7.1 |
| 1977 | Code R TV | Snooker | 8.0 |
| 1976 | Eaten Alive Movie | Buck | 5.5 |
| 1976 | A Star Is Born Movie | Marty (uncredited) | 6.0 |
| 1976 | Charlie's Angels TV | Harold Belkin | 6.7 |
| 1976 | Alice TV | Unknown character | 7.0 |
| 1976 | Stay Hungry Movie | Franklin | 5.6 |
| 1976 | St. Ives Movie | Hood | 5.8 |
| 1975 | Hustle Movie | Hold-up Man | 5.8 |
| 1975 | Slashed Dreams Movie | Michael Sutherland | 3.7 |
| 1974 | Police Woman TV | Unknown character | 6.4 |
| 1974 | Buster and Billie Movie | Whitey | 6.8 |
| TBA | Poohniverse: Monsters Assemble Movie | Cricket (voice) | |
| TBA | Behind the Mask II: The Return of Leslie Vernon Movie | Doc Halloran | |
| TBA | New Line: Independent Legacies Movie | Self (archive footage) |
Crew (5)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Kantemir Movie | Producer · Production | 4.2 |
| 2008 | Killer Pad Movie | Director · Directing | 3.8 |
| 1988 | 976-EVIL Movie | Director · Directing | 5.3 |
| 1988 | Freddy's Nightmares TV | Director · Directing | 7.2 |
| 1988 | Freddy's Nightmares TV | Consulting Producer · Production | 7.2 |
Latest releases
- Pinocchio: Unstrung2026 / TMDB 6.5
- Abruptio2024 / TMDB 6.2
- Mad Props2024 / TMDB 6.0
- Under the Bed2023
- Natty Knocks2023 / TMDB 5.2
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Questions about Robert Englund
What is Robert Englund's most famous role?
Robert Englund is most famous for his role as Freddy Krueger in the 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' film series, which has become a classic in horror cinema.
Has Robert Englund won any awards?
Robert Englund has received several nominations throughout his career, including a Saturn Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance in 'A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors.'
What was Robert Englund's first film?
Robert Englund's first film was 'Buster and Billie' in 1974, where he played a supporting role. This marked the beginning of his acting career.
What are some of Robert Englund's successful films?
Besides the 'A Nightmare on Elm Street' series, Robert Englund has appeared in successful films like 'The Phantom of the Opera' (1989) and 'Wishmaster' (1997).
Is Robert Englund involved in television?
Yes, Robert Englund has appeared in several television shows, including 'V' and 'The Goldbergs,' showcasing his versatility beyond horror films.
What is Robert Englund's estimated net worth?
Robert Englund's estimated net worth is around $18 million, reflecting his successful career in acting and various projects.
Did Robert Englund have any notable early performances?
In the early part of his career, Robert Englund performed in stage productions and minor film roles, gaining experience that would later benefit his acting career.
What is a notable milestone in Robert Englund's filmography?
A notable milestone in Robert Englund's filmography is his portrayal of Freddy Krueger, which began in 1984 and led to him becoming a horror icon over multiple sequels.