Freddy Krueger & Nightmare on Elm Street Trivia Questions and Answers
Are you a fan of spine-tingling horror and shadowy figures that lurk in your dreams? Then, you've likely crossed paths with the chilling character Freddy Krueger from the legendary "A Nightmare on Elm Street" series. Freddy, the dream-stalking entity, has terrified audiences for decades with his razor-glove and notorious one-liners. But how well do you really know this burned-faced antagonist and the universe he inhabits?
In this post, we're delving deep into the nightmare realm to uncover fascinating trivia and hidden details about Freddy Krueger and the iconic series. Get ready to test your knowledge and find out how much you know (or don't know) about this unforgettable figure and the cinematic world he terrorizes. Are you ready to face Freddy in this ultimate trivia showdown? If so, don't fall asleep just yet — our intriguing journey is about to begin.
Q. Who is the actor famous for playing Freddy Krueger in the original "A Nightmare on Elm Street" series?
A.Robert Englund.
Q. What is the name of the fictional town where Freddy Krueger haunts the dreams of its residents?
A. Springwood, Ohio.
Q. In which film does Freddy Krueger have the most on-screen time?
A. "Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare."
Q. What is the signature weapon of Freddy Krueger?
A. A glove outfitted with razors.
Q. Who is the director of the original 1984 film "A Nightmare on Elm Street"?
A. Wes Craven.
Q. What is the rhyme often sung by children in the films which relates to Freddy Krueger?
A. "One, Two, Freddy's coming for you. Three, Four, better lock your door. Five, Six, grab your crucifix. Seven, Eight, gonna stay up late. Nine, Ten, never sleep again."
Q. What is Freddy Krueger's backstory, before becoming a dream-stalking entity?
A. He was a child murderer who was subsequently burned alive by the vengeful parents of his victims.
Q. Which character in the original movie is based on a real person Wes Craven knew from his childhood?
A. Freddy Krueger, named after a childhood bully of Wes Craven.
Q. Who played Nancy Thompson, the protagonist of the first and third movies, who goes on to become a recurring character?
A. Heather Langenkamp.
Q. What distinguishes Freddy Krueger's physical appearance?
A. His burnt face, his signature red and green striped sweater, and the brown fedora he always wears.
Q. What was Freddy Krueger's occupation before he was burned alive by the parents in his community?
A. He was a janitor at a local school.
Q. Which actress starred in the 2010 remake of "A Nightmare on Elm Street" as the character Nancy Holbrook?
A. Rooney Mara.
Q. Which rockstar featured in the 1987 film "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors"?
A. Dokken.
Q. Which television series features Freddy Krueger as the host, similar to the Twilight Zone or Tales from the Crypt?
A. Freddy's Nightmares.
Q. In "Freddy vs. Jason", who was the character that brought Freddy Krueger back from Hell?
A. Jason Voorhees.
Q. What is the name of the entity that granted Freddy Krueger his powers in his dreams in "A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master"?
A. The Dream Demons.
Q. Which actor replaced Robert Englund to play Freddy Krueger in the 2010 remake of "A Nightmare on Elm Street"?
A. Jackie Earle Haley.
Q. How many films are there in the original "A Nightmare on Elm Street" series (1984-1994), excluding the crossover with Jason Voorhees and the 2010 remake?
A. Seven.
Q. What is the name of Freddy Krueger's wife, as revealed in the TV series "Freddy's Nightmares"?
A. Loretta Krueger.
Q. What is the name of Freddy Krueger's daughter, as introduced in "Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare"?
A. Kathryn Krueger, also known as Maggie Burroughs.
Q. Which comic book series featured a crossover between Freddy Krueger, Jason Voorhees and Ash Williams from "Evil Dead"?
A. "Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash".
Q. In which film did Robert Englund appear as himself, as well as his character Freddy Krueger?
A. "Wes Craven's New Nightmare".
Q. What is the full name of Freddy Krueger as per the original series?
A. Frederick Charles Krueger.
Q. Who wrote the screenplay for the original "A Nightmare on Elm Street" (1984)?
A. Wes Craven.
Q. What is the name of the actress who played Alice Johnson, the protagonist of "A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master" and "A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child"?
A. Lisa Wilcox.
Q. What is the title of the first episode of the "Freddy's Nightmares" TV series, which depicts the trial and death of Freddy Krueger?
A. "No More Mr. Nice Guy."
Q. Who directed "Freddy vs. Jason," the crossover film between "A Nightmare on Elm Street" and "Friday the 13th"?
A. Ronny Yu.
Q. Which film in the "A Nightmare on Elm Street" series was the first not to include the character Nancy Thompson?
A. "A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge."
Q. Who was the composer for the iconic music in the original "A Nightmare on Elm Street" (1984)?
A. Charles Bernstein.
Q. In the 2010 remake of "A Nightmare on Elm Street," what profession was Freddy Krueger before he became a dream-stalking entity?
A. He was a school gardener.
Q. What is the year of release for "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors", the film where Freddy Krueger battles the children of the Elm Street parents who burned him alive?
A. 1987.
Q. Who is the only character other than Freddy Krueger to appear in all of the first six "A Nightmare on Elm Street" films?
A. John Saxon, playing the character of Donald Thompson.
Q. What type of facility does "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors" primarily take place in?
A. A psychiatric hospital.
Q. In which "A Nightmare on Elm Street" film does Freddy Krueger say his famous catchphrase, "Welcome to prime time, bitch!"?
A. "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors".
Q. In "A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge", what is different about the way Freddy Krueger kills his victims compared to the other films?
A. In this film, Freddy possesses the body of the main character, Jesse Walsh, to kill his victims, instead of killing them in their dreams.
Q. What is the premise of "Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare"?
A. It's set in a future where Freddy Krueger has killed all the children of Springwood and seeks to escape the town to find new victims.
Q. In "Wes Craven's New Nightmare", what is the premise that differentiates it from the other films in the series?
A. In this film, Freddy Krueger is a fictional movie villain who invades the real world to haunt the cast and crew responsible for his films.
Q. Which famous actor had his film debut in "A Nightmare on Elm Street" (1984) as the character Glen Lantz?
A. Johnny Depp.
Q. What is the setting of "A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child"?
A. The movie takes place in the mind of Alice's unborn child.
Q. Who is the director of "A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge", the sequel to the original film?
A. Jack Sholder.
Q. Which character, played by Patricia Arquette in her first role, is introduced in "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors"?
A. Kristen Parker.
Q. What is the title of the 3D segment in "Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare"?
A. "Freddy's Dead".
Q. What was the budget for the original 1984 "A Nightmare on Elm Street" film?
A. The budget was approximately $1.8 million.
Q. Which "A Nightmare on Elm Street" film has the highest gross at the box office?
A. "Freddy vs. Jason", the crossover film with "Friday the 13th", has the highest box office gross.
Q. Which "A Nightmare on Elm Street" film was released in 3D?
A. "Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare."
Q. Which character kills Freddy Krueger in "Freddy vs. Jason"?
A. Jason Voorhees.
Q. Who directed "A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master"?
A. Renny Harlin.
Q. What's the name of the device that Nancy Thompson uses in the original "A Nightmare on Elm Street" to stay awake?
A. A coffee machine.
Q. In the 2010 remake of "A Nightmare on Elm Street", who played Quentin Smith, the male lead?
A. Kyle Gallner.
Q. How does Freddy Krueger kill his victims in their dreams?
A. The wounds inflicted in the dream cause real physical harm, leading to the victim's death in the real world.
Q. In "A Nightmare on Elm Street 2: Freddy's Revenge", what animal does Freddy Krueger possess to attack a pool party?
A. A dog.
Q. Who portrayed the character of Freddy Krueger in "Freddy vs. Jason"?
A. Robert Englund.
Q. Which film in the "A Nightmare on Elm Street" series introduces the concept of "Dream Warriors"?
A. "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors."
Q. In "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors", what special abilities do the 'Dream Warriors' have in their dreams?
A. Each of the Dream Warriors has a unique power in their dreams, such as strength, magic, or acrobatic skills.
Q. In "Freddy's Dead: The Final Nightmare", how does Freddy Krueger manipulate Spencer?
A. He uses a video game controller to control his movements.
Q. In "Wes Craven's New Nightmare", why does Heather Langenkamp return to her role as Nancy?
A. She needs to reprise her role to stop Freddy Krueger, who has come to life in the real world.
Q. Who directed the 2010 remake of "A Nightmare on Elm Street"?
A. Samuel Bayer.
Q. How many "A Nightmare on Elm Street" films were released in the 1980s?
A. Five films were released in the 1980s.
Q. In which "A Nightmare on Elm Street" film does a character have comic book superpowers within their dream?
A. "A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child."
Q. Who composed the soundtrack for "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors"?
A. Angelo Badalamenti.
Q. Who wrote the screenplay for "Freddy vs. Jason"?
A. Damian Shannon and Mark Swift.
Q. In the "A Nightmare on Elm Street" series, what does Freddy Krueger's appearance reflect?
A. His appearance reflects the way he was killed, specifically the burns he suffered when the parents of his victims burned him alive.
Q. In the 2010 "A Nightmare on Elm Street" reboot, what notable change was made to Freddy Krueger's backstory?
A. The reboot implies that Freddy Krueger was a child molester, a change from the original films where he was a child murderer.
Q. Who portrayed Taryn, a character with dream powers, in "A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors"?
A. Jennifer Rubin.
Q. In "Wes Craven's New Nightmare", who does Freddy Krueger target?
A. He targets the actress Heather Langenkamp and her son.