Billy Bob Thornton is the New Freddy Kruger?

When Michael Bay’s Platinum Dunes production company announced plans for a remake of Wes Craven’s horror classic “A Nightmare on Elm Street,” the big question was who would play Freddy Kruger. Robert Englund , who previously portrayed the iconic character, has endlessly stated that he should not be brought back to reprise the role. He believes that since the franchise is being started from scratch, a new actor should be cast.

JoBlo now reports that Englund went on the late night radio show “Loveline” last week, where he stated that while he is not in the loop, he has heard that the studio is interested in casting Billy Bob Thornton as Kruger.

Englund added that he is not opposed to being replaced and feels that the new remake should have a bigger budget for the dreamscape special effects.