Animated ‘Stranger Things: Tales From ’85’ Premieres on Netflix in 2026
Netflix is set to launch an exciting new animated series titled Stranger Things: Tales From ’85. The show will premiere in 2026 and invites fans back to Hawkins, Indiana, during a chilling winter in 1985. Viewers can expect the original characters to face fresh monsters and unravel a gripping paranormal mystery.
Production and Creative Team
Eric Robles will serve as showrunner and executive producer for this animated project, produced by Flying Bark Productions. The series is backed by the creators of the original Stranger Things, Matt and Ross Duffer, along with Hilary Leavitt from Upside Down Pictures, Shawn Levy via 21 Laps, and Dan Cohen.
Voice Cast Details
The voice cast features an impressive lineup:
- Brooklyn Davey Norstedt as Eleven
- Jolie Hoang-Rappaport as Max
- Luca Diaz as Mike
- Ej Williams as Lucas
- Braxton Quinney as Dustin
- Ben Plessala as Will
- Brett Gipson as Hopper
- Odessa A’zion
- Janeane Garofalo
- Lou Diamond Phillips
Setting and Storyline
Robles revealed that the series takes place between seasons 2 and 3 of the original show. The creators aimed to evoke the feeling of classic ’80s cartoons, capturing the unique magic of Hawkins in a fresh light.
Timing of the Announcement
The announcement coincided with Stranger Things Day, observed on November 6, marking the date when Will Byers disappeared in 1983. This day has become significant for fans of the series.
Future of the Stranger Things Universe
While the final season of Stranger Things is set to air in three parts, the Duffer brothers have hinted at more stories to explore in this universe. They emphasized the desire for future projects to maintain high quality and originality. As they stated, “There are more Stranger Things stories to tell and in the works.”
Fans can look forward to the final season’s rollout, with Volume 1 debuting on November 26, followed by Volume 2 on Christmas and the series finale on New Year’s Eve. Each episode will be available at 5 p.m. PT.
With all these exciting developments, Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 promises to add a dynamic chapter to the beloved franchise.
