Robert Englund, the iconic actor who portrayed Freddy Krueger in the A Nightmare on Elm Street franchise, has stated that he will not return to the role in live-action due to his age, saying, 'I can’t play him anymore. I’m too old.' Englund expressed that while he has no interest in performing physical scenes, he would be open to voicing an animated version of Freddy. He also mentioned a desire to participate in a potential reboot of A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors, possibly in a cameo role as a cynical doctor. The 40th anniversary of the original film is being celebrated with a new 4K release, available digitally now and physically on October 15. Englund reflected on the film's legacy and the creative process behind his character's development. Despite ruling out a return as Freddy, he remains a beloved figure in horror cinema.