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The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV'

“The Making of a Nightmare!”

Synopsis

Witness the behind-the-scenes techniques and gruesome special effects that dominate this box office hit! See through the mysteries of the slasher saga by watching brilliant direction from concept to actual filming, special make-up techniques, and all the mechanical devices used to produce the inherently terrifying nightmares. Starring Robert Englund as Freddy Krueger!

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

October 31, 1989

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Drew Cummings
Screenplay & Story
Curtis Paine, Drew Cummings
Original Title
The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV'
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 0m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Drew Cummings

Screenplay & Story

Curtis Paine, Drew Cummings

Film Editing

Tony Cacioppo

Producers

Drew Cummings

Department Leadership Roster

Curtis Paine

Writer

Drew Cummings

Writer

Drew Cummings

Director

Drew Cummings

Producer

Tony Cacioppo

Editor

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG-13

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)PG-13

Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV'.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV'

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV' about?

Witness the behind-the-scenes techniques and gruesome special effects that dominate this box office hit! See through the mysteries of the slasher saga by watching brilliant direction from concept to actual filming, special make-up techniques, and all the mechanical devices used to produce the inherently terrifying nightmares. Starring Robert Englund as Freddy Krueger!

Who directed The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV'?

The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV' was directed by Drew Cummings.

Who stars in The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV'?

The principal cast of The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV' includes Robert Englund, Renny Harlin, Wes Craven, Screaming Mad George, Tuesday Knight.

When was The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV' released and how long is it?

The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV' was released in 1989 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.

What is the age rating and content advisory for The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV'?

The Making of 'Nightmare on Elm Street IV' holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).