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Stranger Things

2016Action & AdventureMysterySci-Fi & Fantasy

When a young boy vanishes, a small town uncovers a mystery involving secret experiments, terrifying supernatural forces, and one strange little girl.

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What it’s about — and how it feels

Stranger Things weaves a nostalgic tapestry of 1980s sci-fi and horror, exploring the unbreakable bonds of friendship against the backdrop of supernatural phenomena. As a group of children delves into the unknown to find their missing friend, they encounter not only terrifying forces but also the complexities of adolescence, loyalty, and the loss of innocence.

Nostalgic adventureSupernatural mysteryTight-knit friendships1980s homage
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Created by
Ross Duffer, Matt Duffer
Seasons
5
Starring
Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Millie Bobby Brown
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