And this, I say, is another reminder of just how much influence the Internet has. It may sound like a tug, but seriously, this is a stage - and they are listening, so speak the heck up! You might just get your message across.

Jackie Earle Haley (Oscar Nominee for "Little Children") was mentioned as a possible contender for Freddy Krueger - for the new "Nightmare on Elm Street" remake - back in Feb. Latino Review's scoop was quickly debunked though  - and by various sources, including the actor himself. The bit was put to sleep quicker than a ravaged pooch. Didn't think we'd hear of it again.

In an interesting little turn of events, Variety has just discovered that the "Watchmen" star has indeed been cast in the role.

So, is it possible that Haley wasn't on Platinum Dunes' radar as Krueger but earned a place on it after the internet community 'quite liked' the idea of him wearing the glove (after hearing the Latino Review scoop)? Of course it is (after all, Warner Bros are said to have only gone after Christian Bale for Batman because the Web populace put in a vote for him). It's also possible that Haley was onboard the whole time, too - but couldn't say anything for fear of being inadvertently silenced in his sleep.

In addition to Haley, Bloody Disgusting says "Veronica Mars" star Kyle Gallner (Cassidy "Beaver" Casablancas) is onboard the film to play Quentin, the podcast host; the character most like Johnny Depp's Glenn from the original film.