Many people remember classic 1980s horror movies, but did you know one of the most famous series, *Nightmare on Elm Street*, also had its own TV show? It ran for two seasons with 44 episodes and even featured early appearances by stars like Brad Pitt and Mariska Hargitay. Now, after being unavailable for years, the show is back on Tubi!
If you haven’t heard of it, *Freddy’s Nightmares* was a TV series that ran from 1988 to 1990. Each episode featured a different, scary story about dangerous dreams. Robert Englund, famous for playing Freddy Krueger in *A Nightmare on Elm Street*, hosted the show, introducing each story. He even appeared *in* eight of those stories as the villain.
Most fans have likely forgotten about *Freddy’s Nightmares*, a spin-off of the popular *Nightmare on Elm Street* franchise, but it’s gaining new attention. All episodes unexpectedly appeared on Tubi this Monday, even though it wasn’t announced in their October lineup. Now, you can watch the entire series on Tubi for free, though it’s currently unknown how long it will remain available.
Freddy Krueger’s Surprising TV Series
While fans of *Nightmare on Elm Street* don’t often discuss *Freddy’s Nightmares*, that could be because it hasn’t been easy to find. It’s also an unusual attempt to bring a famous movie villain to television.
This series feels less like the *Elm Street* movies and more like an imitation of *The Twilight Zone*. Freddy Krueger introduces each story at the beginning of every episode, and the rest of the episode focuses on a self-contained, spooky scenario.
Though often overlooked, the series featured a lot of talented people, both in front of and behind the camera. It’s impressive that Robert Englund played Freddy Krueger in every episode, as it’s rare for movie franchise leads to continue their roles on TV. Plus, many actors who appeared on the show later became well-known stars – Brad Pitt being the most famous example, with his appearance in the episode “Black Tickets.”
The first episode of *Freddy’s Nightmares* was directed by Tobe Hooper, a highly successful horror director comparable to Wes Craven, the creator of the *Nightmare on Elm Street* franchise. Hooper, known for classics like *The Texas Chain Saw Massacre* and *Poltergeist*, marked his first collaboration with Freddy Krueger. Robert Englund, who played Freddy, also directed two episodes of the series.
Look, if you’re like me and absolutely love Freddy Krueger and the *Nightmare on Elm Street* movies, you *really* should check out *Freddy’s Nightmares*. It’s been on my list forever, and now seems like the perfect time to finally watch it.
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2025-10-13 22:13