There are plenty of lists out there which focus on the best kills by Mr. Kruger, but few of them cover the actual nightmare aspect itself. Freddy is one creative bastard when it comes to creeping you out, and he has a knack for knowing exactly what horrific environment is best suited for you. These are some of the more creative and memorable nightmare scenes courtesy of the Springwood Slasher.

Spencer’s Video Game

Freddy’s Dead: The Final Nightmare

So many of Freddy’s children fall victim to drugs, which inevitably leads to a death crafted around their poison. In this case Freddy sucks Spencer the stoner into the TV where we are also greeted by a cameo from one of Kruger’s first victims played by Johnny Depp.

Roach Motel

A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master

Every now and then Freddy goes up against a bad ass tough girl who occasionally gives him a run for his money, in this case our weight lifting lady succumbs to one of her worst fears involving insects.

Puppet Walk

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors

As gruesome as this scene is, its hard not to appreciate such creativity when it comes to torturing another one of these so called dream warriors.

Comic Book Slice

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors

There are times when a dreamer thinks they can get the best of Freddy by channeling some sort of super power, but they always seem to forget who’s really running the show.

The Wizard Master

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors

Speaking of dreamers who try to channel a super power, this poor little nerdy character comes up short in a Dungeons and Dragons style battle with Freddy.

How’s This For a Wet Dream?

A Nightmare on Elm Street 4: The Dream Master

There’s nothing worse than falling into a dream where your sexual fantasy is seconds away, only to be spoiled by getting viciously murdered in your waterbed.

You are What You Eat

A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child

Poor Greta finds out the hard way that second helpings will always lead to indigestion, especially if your chef is a demented murderer with razor fingers.

Nancy Falls Asleep In Class

A Nightmare On Elm Street

We can’t forget where it all started, and one of the most memorable nightmares involving Freddy’s favorite victim.