The Duffer brothers are back with a new supernatural adventure, but this time, they’re taking us from 1980s Hawkins, Indiana, to the mysterious deserts of New Mexico. The creators of Stranger Things are executive producing The Boroughs, an eight-episode supernatural series for Netflix, developed by Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews, the minds behind The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance.
In a statement, the Duffer brothers teased the new show, saying, “While the heroes in The Boroughs may have a few more years on them than the kids from Stranger Things, they’re just as lovable. Their adventure is at times scary, funny, and deeply touching, and we can’t wait for you to meet them.”
What’s The Boroughs About?
Set in a seemingly peaceful retirement community in the New Mexico desert, The Boroughs follows a group of unlikely heroes who must come together to fend off an otherworldly threat. The twist? This danger is stealing the one thing they don’t have time.
Who’s in the Cast?
The show boasts a star-studded lineup:
- Alfred Molina (Spider-Man: No Way Home) as Sam
- Geena Davis (Thelma and Louise) as Renee
- Alfre Woodard (Clemency) as Judy
- Denis O’Hare (American Horror Story) as Wally
- Clarke Peters (The Wire) as Art
- Bill Pullman (Independence Day) as Jack
- Jena Malone (The Hunger Games) as Claire
- Carlos Miranda (Station 19) as Paz
- Seth Numrich (Under the Banner of Heaven) as Blaine
- Alice Kremelberg (The Sinner) as Anneliese
The Creative Team
Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews, the creators and showrunners, described working with the Duffer brothers as a dream come true. “They’ve brought the perfect balance of heart and horror to our story,” the duo shared. “We can’t wait for audiences to uncover the dark mystery hiding beneath the sunny surface of The Boroughs.”
The Duffer brothers were equally excited about the collaboration, saying, “We’ve been fans of Jeff and Will’s writing for a long time. When they pitched The Boroughs, we knew it was something special.”
Joining the creative team is Hilary Leavitt as an executive producer under the Duffer brothers’ Upside Down Pictures banner. Ben Taylor (Sex Education) will also executive produce and direct multiple episodes, including the pilot.
When Will The Boroughs Be Released?
Netflix hasn’t announced a release date for The Boroughs yet, but fans can expect more updates soon. While we wait for the series to drop, the Duffer brothers have plenty in store, including Stranger Things Season 5, an animated spinoff, a West End play called Stranger Things: The First Shadow, and an Eddie Munson prequel novel, set for release on Halloween 2023.
Even though The Boroughs may be about a race against time, it looks like the Duffers will keep the clock ticking for fans of their unique blend of heart, horror, and mystery.
FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About The Boroughs
What is The Boroughs about?
The Boroughs is a supernatural series set in a quiet retirement community in the New Mexico desert. A group of unlikely heroes, mostly older residents, must join forces to stop a mysterious, otherworldly threat that’s stealing time the one thing they don’t have much of.
Who created The Boroughs?
The series was created by Jeffrey Addis’s and Will Matthews, known for The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance. The Duffer brothers, creators of Stranger Things, are executive producers.
Who are the executive producers of The Boroughs?
The Duffer brothers are executive producers alongside Hilary Leavitt, under their Upside Down Pictures banner. Ben Taylor (Sex Education) is also an executive producer and will direct several episodes, including the pilot.
When is The Boroughs being released?
As of now, Netflix has not announced an official release date. Keep an eye out for updates on Netflix’s Tudum and other media outlets.
How is The Boroughs connected to Stranger Things?
While The Boroughs is a completely new series with a different story and setting, it shares the supernatural genre and the involvement of the Duffer brothers, who are the creators of Stranger Things. The show promises a similar mix of suspense, humor, and heart.
Will there be more Stranger Things content?
Yes! In addition to The Boroughs, the Duffer brothers are working on Stranger Things Season 5, an animated spinoff, a West End play called Stranger Things: The First Shadow, and an Eddie Munson prequel novel.
What makes The Boroughs different from Stranger Things?
The Boroughs focuses on a group of older adults, in contrast to the young cast of Stranger Things. While both shows feature supernatural elements, The Boroughs explores themes of aging, time, and community, with a unique mix of humor, horror, and emotion.
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