Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critics

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. 88
  2. Reviewed by: Clark Collis
  3. Reviewed by: Gavin Bainbridge
  4. Reviewed by: (Staff Not Cretdited)
  5. 80
  6. A Nightmare on Elm Street puts more emphasis on bizarre special effects, which aren't at all bad.
User Score

Universal acclaim- based on 90 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 30 out of 32
  2. Negative: 0 out of 32
  1. Jul 20, 2013
    A Nightmare on Elm Street is really creepy and masterful with inventive and original ideas. The visual effects are amazing, first rate intense ideas. The plot is horrifying and scary as hell, with twists and thrills that you will stay with you for a long time. The acting is above mediocre but not perfect. Overall, it is funny, scary and great. Full Review »
  2. Sep 24, 2011
    The horror may be to shallow for those who expect more, but "A Nightmare on Elm Street" has everything it needs for a movie; horror, creativity, and brutality. Full Review »
  3. Oct 2, 2013
    Very original and a cult classic without a doubt. Freddy is a great horror icon. Do you really need to say anything else about it? Yes it could have been better but even after all these years, It's still enjoyable to watch. Full Review »