Stranger Things: Tales From '85 - A Thrilling Animated Adventure Returns to Hawkins, Indiana
Netflix is bringing back the beloved characters from Hawkins, Indiana in the new animated series Stranger Things: Tales From '85, set to premiere on April 23, 2026. The trailer for the series takes us back to 1985, between seasons 2 and 3 of the original show, showcasing the winter adventures of the gang, including snowball fights and Dungeons & Dragons sessions. However, amidst the cozy moments, dark forces loom as new monstrous creatures threaten the town. The series promises to delve into never-before-told adventures with the kids, raising the stakes and delivering real danger.
The show is executive produced by Matt and Ross Duffer, along with Shawn Levy, and is helmed by showrunner Eric Robles, known for his work on animated series like Fanboy and Chum Chum and Glitch Techs. Robles emphasizes the heightened danger the kids face in this new series, aiming to keep the audience on the edge of their seats with scary and tangible threats. The voice cast includes familiar names like Brooklyn Davey Norstedt, Jolie Hoang-Rappaport, Luca Diaz, Elisha “EJ” Williams, Braxton Quinney, Ben Plessala, Jeremy Jordan, and Brett Gipson, along with new characters voiced by Odessa A'zion, Lou Diamond Phillips, and Janeane Garofalo.
Stranger Things: Tales From '85 promises to deliver a thrilling and suspenseful return to the world of Hawkins, Indiana, with a fresh animated twist. Fans can mark their calendars for the premiere on Netflix on April 23, 2026, and stay tuned for more updates on Collider. Share your thoughts and excitement for the upcoming series in the comments below.