‘Stranger Things’ Animated Spinoff ‘Tales From ’85’ Unveils First Look
Netflix has officially unveiled the first look at its upcoming animated spinoff, “Stranger Things: Tales From ’85.” This new series will set itself between Seasons 2 and 3 of the popular “Stranger Things” series and is expected to premiere next year.
Overview of “Stranger Things: Tales From ’85”
In this animated journey, viewers will return to Hawkins, Indiana, during the frigid winter of 1985. The original characters must confront fresh monsters and tackle a mysterious paranormal event plaguing their town. The series promises an engaging story that revisits the nostalgic atmosphere of the 1980s.
New Voice Cast
Unlike the original live-action series, “Tales From ’85” features a new cast of voice actors taking the place of the familiar characters.
- Brooklyn Davey Norstedt as Eleven
- Jolie Hoang-Rappaport as Max
- Luca Diaz as Mike
- Ej (Elisha) Williams as Lucas
- Braxton Quinney as Dustin
- Ben Plessala as Will
- Brett Gipson as Hopper
- Odessa A’zion, Janeane Garofalo, and Lou Diamond Phillips also join the cast
Creative Team Behind the Series
The creative direction of the series comes from showrunner Eric Robles, with Matt and Ross Duffer, the creators of “Stranger Things,” serving as executive producers. They are joined by Hilary Leavitt from Upside Down Pictures, Shawn Levy from 21 Laps, and Dan Cohen.
Inspiration and Vision
The Duffer brothers expressed that exploring an animated spinoff was one of their earliest ideas during discussions about expanding the “Stranger Things” universe. They aimed to evoke the essence of an ’80s cartoon, which allows for limitless creativity.
Robles highlighted the fresh perspective this animated format provides, stating, “What we have been able to capture is the magic of Hawkins in a new way.” As the story unfolds, viewers can expect twists that reveal things are not as they seem.
What to Expect
Prepare for an exciting adventure as the characters gear up with flashlights and backpacks. “Stranger Things: Tales From ’85” is set to deliver a thrilling experience that combines nostalgia with new challenges.
Stay tuned for more updates as Netflix releases additional information about this animated series.
