I’ve seen every “Nightmare on Elm Street” movie and ranked them for Halloween 2026

For more than 40 years, Freddy Krueger has haunted the dreams of Elm Street teens. Across six mainline installments, "A Nightmare on Elm Street" has left its mark on the horror genre. The reporter, a fan of the franchise, has seen every installment, from the original to the sequels. Despite its lows, the reporter still has a fondness for the series, which introduced them to the slasher subgenre. The reporter compiled all nine "A Nightmare on Elm Street" movies ranked from worst to best for Halloween 2026.