A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984)

Wes Craven’s supernatural slasher introduced Freddy Krueger — the burned killer who hunts teenagers in their dreams. Starring Heather Langenkamp and a young Johnny Depp, the film blurred the line between nightmare and reality, creating one of horror’s most enduring villains. Its inventive premise and unforgettable imagery ensure Elm Street stays haunting audiences long after Halloween ends.