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A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors

1987·Movie·R·96 min·6.7(2,038)

If you think you'll get out alive, you must be dreaming.

A psychiatrist, familiar with the knife-wielding dream demon Freddy Krueger, helps teens at a mental hospital battle the killer who is invading their dreams.

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About A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors is a 1987 English-language horror, thriller and fantasy film directed by Chuck Russell. The cast is led by Heather Langenkamp, Patricia Arquette, Craig Wasson. It has a runtime of 1h 36m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 2000 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors was produced by New Line Cinema, Smart Egg Pictures, and Heron Communications and made in United Kingdom and United States of America. It was released on February 27, 1987, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $4 million, it went on to gross $45 million worldwide.

Director
Chuck Russell
Writers
Frank Darabont, Chuck Russell, Wes Craven
Release date
February 27, 1987
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Budget
$4 million
Box office
$45 million
Production
New Line Cinema, Smart Egg Pictures, Heron Communications
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A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors cast & crew

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors was directed by Chuck Russell and written by Frank Darabont, Chuck Russell, and Wes Craven.

The cast features Heather Langenkamp as Nancy Thompson, Patricia Arquette as Kristen Parker, Craig Wasson as Dr. Neil Gordon, Robert Englund as Freddy Krueger, Laurence Fishburne as Max, and Ken Sagoes as Kincaid.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Angelo Badalamenti, cinematography is by Roy H. Wagner, and it was produced by Wes Craven and Robert Shaye.

Is A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors worth watching?

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 2,038 ratings, a solidly received horror films.

At 1h 36m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy horror, thriller, and fantasy, A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors

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Cast of A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors

Heather Langenkamp

Heather Langenkamp

Nancy Thompson

Patricia Arquette

Patricia Arquette

Kristen Parker

Craig Wasson

Craig Wasson

Dr. Neil Gordon

Robert Englund

Robert Englund

Freddy Krueger

Laurence Fishburne

Laurence Fishburne

Max

Ken Sagoes

Ken Sagoes

Kincaid

Rodney Eastman

Rodney Eastman

Joey

Jennifer Rubin

Jennifer Rubin

Taryn

Bradley Gregg

Bradley Gregg

Phillip

Ira Heiden

Ira Heiden

Will

Penelope Sudrow

Penelope Sudrow

Jennifer

John Saxon

John Saxon

Thompson

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A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors — FAQs

Where can I watch A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors in United States?

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

What language is A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors in?

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors?

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors runs 1 hours 36 minutes (96 minutes).

What is A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors rated?

A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors is rated R. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 2,038 ratings.

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