The world of horror is getting a surprisingly thoughtful touch – and a terrifying one at that. Robert Englund, famous for playing Freddy Krueger in *A Nightmare on Elm Street*, is lending his voice to the Cricket in the new horror film, *Pinocchio: Unstrung*. The first look at the character’s design is genuinely frightening. While it’s a dark take on the classic Jiminy Cricket, fans will immediately notice how much the design resembles Englund’s iconic Freddy Krueger. Many are predicting this Cricket will be another memorable villain brought to life by the horror legend.
The creature was revealed on the official Twisted Childhood Universe X account with two images: a close-up of its snarling face and a full-body shot showing its torn wings and spider-like antennae.
If you’re familiar with the recent trend of horror twists on classic fairy tales, *Pinocchio: Unstrung* is the latest film from the same creators who brought you *Winnie-the-Pooh: Blood and Honey* and its sequel (often called the “Poohniverse”). This franchise is quickly growing, reimagining beloved childhood characters in scary ways – as seen in 2024’s *Bambi: The Reckoning*. *Unstrung* looks to continue that trend. The casting of Doug Jones as the Cricket – usually a kind and guiding character – suggests this version will be much more intense and frightening than the original story.
The most striking thing about these images is how intentionally un-cute the design is. The face looks more like a rough, weathered bark than a friendly bug, with deep cracks suggesting age and decay. Its fingers end in sharp, hooked claws – more like a weapon than a companion you’d see alongside a Disney+ character. Even its stance feels predatory and menacing, echoing the iconic energy of Freddy Krueger, as portrayed by Robert Englund.
Okay, so I’m a huge fan of how they’re taking Jiminy Cricket – seriously, he’s usually the *most* reliable character in any fairy tale – and turning him into something genuinely creepy and unsettling. It’s exactly the kind of twist this world loves to throw at you! And getting Robert Englund to voice him? Genius! He can switch from being a helpful guide to a total villain in a heartbeat, and I am absolutely living for it. It’s going to be amazing to hear that voice either encouraging or tormenting someone – bring on the chills!
So what are fans saying? Here are a few quick takeaways from comments posted in response to the reveal:
- @HarryBoyXD — “It’s like he was destined to be voiced by Robert Englund. I can’t wait to hear his voice!”
- @percy_pott62144 — “This is the only movie in that franchise with a decent concept. And everything so far has make me interested.”
- @slimm_tyler — “That is so sinister that its cool!”
- @cbrandt701 — “Oh f**k thats creepy 😳”
- @PoissonSumac — “I don’t think this conscience is qualified for his job.”
- @michael9432820 — “I’m so hype for this movie can’t hear what he says like”
It’s clear many horror fans are excited about this new film. While it’s understandable to be skeptical of another remake based on public domain material, the initial images suggest *Unstrung* isn’t aiming for simple scares. It seems to be going for a truly unsettling and intense experience – exactly what fans expect from this franchise. As reported by Variety, the Twisted Childhood Universe intends to take these stories to darker places, and this first look confirms that intention.
Robert Englund is perfectly cast as a terrifying version of Jiminy Cricket, and the visual design really emphasizes that creepiness. If the rest of the movie captures the unsettling atmosphere of these scenes, *Pinocchio: Unstrung* might be the first film in the *Poohniverse* that genuinely gets me interested in this shared universe. However, it remains to be seen if this scary Cricket can capture the same captivating and sinister appeal that Robert Englund brought to Freddy Krueger and made him such a memorable slasher villain from the 1980s.
We don’t have a firm release date for *Pinocchio: Unstrung* yet, but it’s currently aiming for a 2026 release. Keep checking Cinemablend for the latest news.
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2025-09-17 20:51