With every sequel, the room in Elias’s house grew darker. The corners of the living room seemed to stretch, turning into the industrial pipes of a boiler room. The smell of burning flesh and rust filled his nose.
If you want to include the crossover films and remakes, add:
If you are planning a marathon, here are the Freddy Krueger movies in the best order to watch. 1. The Essential Release Order (Original Timeline)
Elias picked it up. He knew what this movie was. The meta-sequel. The one where Freddy tries to break into the real world, where Heather Langenkamp plays herself.
In 2010, Samuel Bayer directed a remake of A Nightmare on Elm Street, starring Jackie Earle Haley as Freddy Krueger. While the remake received mixed reviews, it offered a fresh take on the character and introduced Freddy to a new generation of horror fans.
You can then add Freddy vs. Jason as a non-canonical "what if" battle.