Stranger Things

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Jul 15, 2016
Season #: 5, 4.5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 2260 Ratings

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  1. MiguelSoares14
    Apr 14, 2017
    7
    The drama and Horror could be better in this TV Show but in the end its a very solid one. Some characters could be better with only Mike, Eleven and Chief impressing me. Although, each episode makes you wanna watch more because of its interesting story and suspense.
  2. Artas
    Apr 8, 2017
    1
    There is nothing new in this!.
    maybe some say it nostalgiacal but problem is in this process of show. story become repetitious and after e3 or 4 !! it lost any advantage to making a greate show and become surprising .
    because slowly you gone to have this fill (or maybe just me !!) the story gone end well and all problems resolved Without any special cost. for start is notbad . but    There is nothing new in this!.
    maybe some say it nostalgiacal but problem is in this process of show. story become repetitious and after e3 or 4 !! it lost any advantage to making a greate show and become surprising .
    because slowly you gone to have this fill (or maybe just me !!) the story gone end well and all problems resolved Without any special cost.

    for start is notbad . but for nex seasons this way is not somthing can use all the potential.    … Expand
  3. alexisleewatson
    Apr 2, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This show feels like everything good about Stephen King, Steven Spielberg, and John Hughes combined. Child actors can make or break a show, and the actors in Stranger Things knocked it out of the park. Combine that with stellar writing, filming, and special effects and I can't think of a single negative thing to say... well, except I wanted Jonathon and Nancy to happen, but hey, there's a season 2 so there is still hope! This show sucks you in, and I can honestly say it has something for everyone.… Expand
  4. Raino
    Mar 18, 2017
    10
    Amazing acting and amazing thrills!!! Every time I watch an episode its just unexpected of what happens through the series. Its so shocking! And a little romantic otherwise scary and sad!
  5. GMR
    Mar 12, 2017
    10
    Stranger Things is a 1980s inspired and themed science fiction horror Netflix show. The show is set in November 1983 and takes place in the fictional town of Hawkins. Hawkins residence live a fairly normal life until a boy named Will Byers goes missing in the woods. Three of Wills friends Mike Wheeler (played by Finn Wolfhard), Lucas Sinclair (played by Caleb McLaughin) and DustinStranger Things is a 1980s inspired and themed science fiction horror Netflix show. The show is set in November 1983 and takes place in the fictional town of Hawkins. Hawkins residence live a fairly normal life until a boy named Will Byers goes missing in the woods. Three of Wills friends Mike Wheeler (played by Finn Wolfhard), Lucas Sinclair (played by Caleb McLaughin) and Dustin Henderson (played by Gaten Matarazzo) are very worried for him but what they uncover something more dark and sinister. After looking for their missing friend they come across a Girl ,who they call Eleven because of her tattoo. However they soon find out this isn’t any ordinary girl but one with very special powers. It is very clear the show takes lot of inspiration from classics 80’s films like The goonies and ET.

    The performances from all of the cast are great especially the child actors ,who show the right amount of charisma and banter you aspect from kids growing up in the 80’s. However, the star of the show here is definitely Eleven (played by Millie Bobby Brown) who plays the ET type of role in show. Millie’s brilliant acting skills have a lasting effect on the viewer even though she has 42 words throughout the whole series.

    The Duffer Brothers brilliant writing and directing skills play with your emotions to create a love letter to all those 80’s horror films. Its truly something special!
    10/10    … Expand
  6. DirectorHector
    Feb 25, 2017
    10
    It's hard to not like this show. It is always suspenseful. It's not as scary as people say it is, I thought it was more heartwarming than scary. I really love the characters, especially Eleven and Mike. It may start off boring, but KEEP WATCHING TILL THE END OF EPISODE 1! That's the moment it gets good. It's hard to just watch ONE episode, I need to at least watch 3 episodes because itIt's hard to not like this show. It is always suspenseful. It's not as scary as people say it is, I thought it was more heartwarming than scary. I really love the characters, especially Eleven and Mike. It may start off boring, but KEEP WATCHING TILL THE END OF EPISODE 1! That's the moment it gets good. It's hard to just watch ONE episode, I need to at least watch 3 episodes because it hooks you in at the end. I definitely recommend watching this.… Expand
  7. AryamanS
    Feb 16, 2017
    0
    Overrating shows has a limit and STRANGER THINGS has crossed it. From the characters, to the grim settings and the dark story line. Though, the performances are top notch. I would not suggest this as 'must-see TV'.
  8. Gustavito
    Feb 13, 2017
    1
    There were only 2 of the 20 characters I remotely wanted to watch. The other 18, starting with a very whiny Winona, and including brat kids trying to be cute, were painful. I don't sit in front of the tube to be irritated.

    Crappy plot: even if one tries to suspend belief and go with the flow, there are too many inconsistencies that do not add up logically.
  9. SomePersona
    Jan 30, 2017
    8
    Stranger Things is a very entertaining show. It's very formulaic, but it is still gripping all of the time with its sparks of science fiction, fantasy, and even horror.
  10. diegonelli
    Jan 29, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'M ALWAYS LATE FOR EVERYTHING, so I just finished the season. I want to say that I don't usually watch series but this one was really really amazing. When Eleven disappeared at the final episode I was like!?!?!?! I need to know what happens with her. Can't wait to the second season.… Expand
  11. kman5473
    Jan 21, 2017
    8
    Very solid series. Definitely Netflix's best to date. It has everything that I want out of a TV show - action, adventure, solid acting, and an excellent story. Plus it's a sci-fi! The soundtrack is awesome too.
  12. TheFreeman148
    Jan 10, 2017
    10
    To put it simply, this is excellent television. The characters are all well acted and stand out on their own, the music is absolutely amazing and adds to each scene, the mystery unfolds in a compelling way and has us guessing till the very end. I would recommend this to just about anyone. Sit back and enjoy!
  13. sjulti
    Jan 6, 2017
    8
    This show was very interesting, it takes place in the 80s so ofcourse the soundtrack is amazing, i love the setting, and this show really makes you think, from the great performances to the overall feel of the show everything is pretty good about the show i guess the bad thing about this show is that it can get a bit boring at times or that some of the parts about the scientists i reallyThis show was very interesting, it takes place in the 80s so ofcourse the soundtrack is amazing, i love the setting, and this show really makes you think, from the great performances to the overall feel of the show everything is pretty good about the show i guess the bad thing about this show is that it can get a bit boring at times or that some of the parts about the scientists i really didint care for but overall a great show i cant wait to see if netflix brings out a second season.… Expand
  14. thedaywalker
    Jan 5, 2017
    9
    I really had to watch it, because it was what everyone was talking about, but i was not disappointed, a really great season, that kept and is still keeping me guessing, can't wait to see more
  15. abm0
    Jan 3, 2017
    7
    Pretty good, but also pretty cheesy throughout. They managed to make it interesting enough to want to follow to the end, but it has its share of eye-rolling moments. Even the little humoristic moments at times feel out-of-place. A lot about its paranormal premises is just beyond anything remotely credible and it's just dropped in your lap in a "take it or leave it" kind of way, which makesPretty good, but also pretty cheesy throughout. They managed to make it interesting enough to want to follow to the end, but it has its share of eye-rolling moments. Even the little humoristic moments at times feel out-of-place. A lot about its paranormal premises is just beyond anything remotely credible and it's just dropped in your lap in a "take it or leave it" kind of way, which makes it feel like the show wasn't really trying to get itself taken seriously (unlike the much better The OA).… Expand
  16. Homero_11
    Dec 31, 2016
    9
    I am a 15-year-old teenager and had no idea on how the TV shows were in the 80's, and this show got me totally into it. I loved the format and the concepts that are presented in this show, such as the "upside down dimension" totally blew my mind. The cast proves to be future promises for the industry, and I kind of had a special curiosity of the behind the scenes. Therefore, StrangerI am a 15-year-old teenager and had no idea on how the TV shows were in the 80's, and this show got me totally into it. I loved the format and the concepts that are presented in this show, such as the "upside down dimension" totally blew my mind. The cast proves to be future promises for the industry, and I kind of had a special curiosity of the behind the scenes. Therefore, Stranger Things, in my opinion, was the best series of 2016.… Expand
  17. TheQuietGamer
    Dec 28, 2016
    9
    Clearly inspired by the likes of Spielberg, Stephen King, and really any of the great minds behind the best sci-fi and horror of the 80's had to offer, Stranger Things is much more than just a good throwback. It stands out on it's own two feet with an excellent plot and characters. The eight episodes allow for no downtime. Something I can't praise enough. The thrills, chills, twists, andClearly inspired by the likes of Spielberg, Stephen King, and really any of the great minds behind the best sci-fi and horror of the 80's had to offer, Stranger Things is much more than just a good throwback. It stands out on it's own two feet with an excellent plot and characters. The eight episodes allow for no downtime. Something I can't praise enough. The thrills, chills, twists, and reveals just keep on coming.

    One of the main things that works here is that it manages to fit in the human stories to go alongside the more abnormal events happening around these characters town. Every member of the cast is playing a real and complex character. One that is entirely believable. Occasionally their short-tempered ways of speaking to one another do get on your nerves, especially where the kids are concerned, but I still cared about everyone onscreen.

    You don't have to be a child of the 80's or familiar with the movies, TV, and other forms of entertainment that inspired this show to enjoy the show. Those sort of things are just kind of an extra pat on the back. Things wrap up satisfyingly, but leave you with just enough questions to keep you coming back. This is just darn good TV and another win for Netflix originals.    … Expand
  18. hopippolla
    Dec 28, 2016
    4
    If Stranger Things were a 3 part series with 20 minutes episodes, I think it might've been good.
    My main problem was with the characters and acting.
    After the second episode, the kids stop being cute, and every time there is a joke between them it feels extremely forced. The whole thing seemed too artificial for me to get inside the story and actually root for the characters or to let    If Stranger Things were a 3 part series with 20 minutes episodes, I think it might've been good.
    My main problem was with the characters and acting.
    After the second episode, the kids stop being cute, and every time there is a joke between them it feels extremely forced.
    The whole thing seemed too artificial for me to get inside the story and actually root for the characters or to let the story take me wherever it wanted.
    Suddenly, you find yourself surrounded by 80s references but without content and/or creativity to actually keep you engaged with the story.
    Just boring and easily forgetful.    … Expand
  19. doglover5253
    Dec 22, 2016
    10
    I really did love this show! It kept me thinking and wanting to know more, at first I was confused on what was going on. I highly think they need to make more seasons and make it a big series. I want to watch more.
  20. JUSTsMoE
    Nov 4, 2016
    4
    The plot is incredibly shallow. The show is a loveletter to the the 80's. That's about it. It's honestly the most overrated show i have ever seen.So don't bother unless you want to dwell in nostalgia.
  21. TimW001
    Oct 30, 2016
    10
    The acting, the mystery, the families, the theme, the 80's horror, There is nothing to dislike about this show. It functions more like a long form movie. It is a great television series. A must watch.
  22. Elmacro
    Oct 22, 2016
    10
    Good very Good good very good good very very good very good. Es una excelente serie desde el inicio hasta el fin recuerda totalmente los 80cccccccccccccccccscacascscxscascsa
  23. Daniel_Daniel
    Oct 11, 2016
    5
    I was disappointed. Given the very high reviews, I was expecting something great, but it is only mediocre. Story is not original and full of holes. Sure the 80s nostalgia is great and the Goonies feel is awesome, but the same elements could have been used in a much better story.
  24. sakshigoyal89
    Oct 10, 2016
    7
    The show was ok. I did not find it as amazing as everybody is saying it to be. Heavily inspired from other shows like Fringe. I was a bit disappointed when I watched the first episode as I had assumed it to be a horror show which isn't.

    But that being said, I liked the way character were portrayed and the pace at which story progresses. It nicely wraps up the things at the end.
  25. reviewfrom19842
    Oct 8, 2016
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Stranger is an amazing show full with good acting, great charters and a interesting story

    Pros: the acting is amazing and even the kids go a good job In fact I think they did better then the adults, The charters are all likeable all fun to watch. The story was very good I was wounding were it was going to go like I had no idea they would "kill " one of the main charters in the 3rd episode. And when a charter dies you really care I was sad that Barb died and she only in the first 2 episode. That's good writing, it got me hooked to this show the very first minute.

    Cons: the over the top bully cliché is one of my least favorite cliché because it adds nothing to the story and can be easy written out and would not chance a thing. nothing else

    Chapter One: The Vanishing of Will Byers  10/10
    Chapter Two: The Weirdo on Maple Street 8/10
    Chapter Three: Holly, Jolly  7/10
    Chapter Four: The Body 8/10
    Chapter Five: The Flea and the Acrobat 9/10
    Chapter Six: The Monster 9/10
    Chapter Seven: The Bathtub 10/10
    Chapter Eight: The Upside Down 10/10    … Expand
  26. Rardoniel
    Oct 7, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This series combines a bit of E.T. with that thing about the X-Files I really like but also can't name.
    I think the big PRO for Stranger Things are the actors who really add a lot in the authenticity department, for example Winona Ryder as the mom of Will, going completely insane throughout the series.
    But also the classic "ain't got nothing to do" Sheriff Hopper, who, as the series progresses, dives deeper and deeper into this government organized plot.
    In my opinion of the best series out there atm.    … Expand
  27. Muskrat147
    Oct 6, 2016
    9
    A spectacular 80's nostalgia fest, Stranger Things surprises with its scares and superb acting, as well as its assured direction, intelligent writing, and thrilling narrative.
  28. thobsie
    Oct 4, 2016
    10
    This show is perfect for watching in autumn, as leaves start to fall and Halloween is approaching. The atmosphere of the show is comfortable and cozy, but still spooky. Modern but still vintage.
    The special effects (such as the monster) are not overdone to the point they become extremely unrealistic. I feel like the makers found the perfect balance for it all. The characters are    This show is perfect for watching in autumn, as leaves start to fall and Halloween is approaching. The atmosphere of the show is comfortable and cozy, but still spooky. Modern but still vintage.
    The special effects (such as the monster) are not overdone to the point they become extremely unrealistic. I feel like the makers found the perfect balance for it all. The characters are interesting and brought to life with an amazing cast. There are also some scenes and small things from previous episodes that might seem pointless at the time, but later on you realise that they had a meaning and it all falls into place. Everything is well connected and the length of the first season is perfect. The show is fast paced and without "filler" episodes which is great. The last episode leaves you craving more. I'm looking forward to the next season.    … Expand
  29. pjgs
    Oct 3, 2016
    7
    Stranger things isn't bad at all, and the directing is great, but it's nowhere close to the masterpiece that many claim it is, in any respect. The acting is good, the story is [mostly] good, and the soundtrack is good, but nothing ever really gets any better than that.
  30. HatersWannaHate
    Oct 3, 2016
    9
    The best thing Netflix has ever put out, starring some of the best child actors. A few moments of predictability here and there (especially if you've seen ET), but overall this show is great. Episode 1 was the weakest of all the episodes, but by the end, I was wishing there were more episodes available.

    The best performance in the show is David Harbour, who makes this show. Makes me    The best thing Netflix has ever put out, starring some of the best child actors. A few moments of predictability here and there (especially if you've seen ET), but overall this show is great. Episode 1 was the weakest of all the episodes, but by the end, I was wishing there were more episodes available.

    The best performance in the show is David Harbour, who makes this show. Makes me want to see him in other work. Awesome performance.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 29 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 34
  3. Negative: 0 out of 34
  1. The New Yorker
    Reviewed by: Emily Nussbaum
    Aug 16, 2016
    80
    This is astoundingly efficient storytelling, eight hours that pass in a blink, with even minor characters getting sharp dialogue, dark humor, or moments of pathos.
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  2. The Atlantic
    Reviewed by: Lenika Cruz
    Jul 26, 2016
    60
    There’s a higher bar for original stories--even homages--to clear when it comes to incorporating the lessons Hollywood has learned recently about depicting female characters who are as layered as their male counterparts. For all its charms, Stranger Things doesn’t quite meet that standard.
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  3. Philadelphia Inquirer
    Reviewed by: Molly Eichel
    Jul 22, 2016
    80
    You'll turn on the first episode and mysteriously find yourself sitting in the same spot on your couch eight episodes later, never having moved an inch.
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