Wes Craven initially wanted David Warner instead of Robert Englund for the role of Freddy Krueger. Can you imagine someone other than Robert Englund as Freddy? Collider Menu ...

But Freddy's ominous ... Courtesy of Warner Brothers "I went through a lot of makeup work out in the San Fernando Valley at [special makeup effects artist] David Miller's studio.

Can you imagine someone other than Robert Englund as Freddy? A prolific and accomplished actor, Warner left an indelible impression in both films and television that won't be forgotten.