Stranger Things

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Season 2
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Jul 15, 2016
Season #: 5, 4.5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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  1. Dimocracy
    Jul 6, 2023
    8
    This is a good continuation of the first season of Stranger Things. I love the way the authors tell this story.
  2. Fixer84
    Mar 16, 2023
    8
    Perhaps the best of the seasons produced so far. The second season of Stranger Things is an even better season than the original, and if there's one thing that's harder than reconfirming, it's improving. In this he succeeds very well and several characters, who previously could have been unpleasant, such as Steve Harrington, enter the collective image of the public as among the absolutePerhaps the best of the seasons produced so far. The second season of Stranger Things is an even better season than the original, and if there's one thing that's harder than reconfirming, it's improving. In this he succeeds very well and several characters, who previously could have been unpleasant, such as Steve Harrington, enter the collective image of the public as among the absolute favorites, going to deconstruct his apparent bully image to evolve into something different, better .… Expand
  3. phoenix_prjct
    Jan 14, 2023
    9
    Final Thoughts:

    After the near perfection of season one, season two of Stranger Things had the difficult task of capturing lightning twice and, while not as tight as its origins, season two is nine episodes of tantalising thrills. Overall, it honours its legacy with a justified and heartfelt story, a cast of fantastic performances, and a world with a myriad of potential plots I can’t    Final Thoughts:

    After the near perfection of season one, season two of Stranger Things had the difficult task of capturing lightning twice and, while not as tight as its origins, season two is nine episodes of tantalising thrills. Overall, it honours its legacy with a justified and heartfelt story, a cast of fantastic performances, and a world with a myriad of potential plots I can’t wait to dive into.

    For an in-depth look and more posts like this, please visit my site: https://thephoenixprjct.com/stranger-things-season-2-in-depth-review/    … Expand
  4. Fatbob15
    Oct 21, 2022
    7
    A surprising backslide from season 1, but it is still entertaining enough to satisfy it's fans, and it's still solid enough even for casual watchers
  5. Onlyclassicvg1
    Sep 17, 2022
    7
    This film noir portrait of corruption and morally-compromised obsessions stars Welles as Hank Quinlan, a crooked police chief who frames a Mexican youth as part of an intricate criminal plot. Charlton Heston plays an honorable Mexican narcotics investigator who clashes with the bigoted Quinlan after probing into his dark past. A memorable
  6. funnymystical
    Sep 15, 2022
    3
    omg emos so cool
    plot: 5/10
    characters: -10/10
    writing: 2/10
    cgi: 7/10
    humor: -1/10
  7. Maxdom77
    Jul 26, 2022
    6
    Esta es la peor temporada de la serie, la mas plana, aburrida y poco original, es hasta salteable. Solo vale la pena por la trama de eleven y hoop.
  8. All_ButTrU4
    Jan 4, 2022
    7
    "Stranger Things 2” delivers the winning combination of darkness, horror, humour, strong acting, and nostalgia expected from the series, although the plot occasionally meanders to familiar places
  9. Nishant288
    Oct 31, 2021
    10
    This is the best series i ever ever seen stranger things1 stranger things2 stranger things3 all season pretty cool romance scary and funny all one of the best series in the world
  10. SabharishG
    Aug 12, 2021
    8
    Stranger things Season 2 review U/A
    Starring Millie bobby brown,Finn wolfhard,Noah schlapp,Gaten mattarazzo,Sadie Sank.
    Rating=4/5.
  11. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 25, 2021
    10
    Still the greatest TV show of all time. While certain episodes and story elements are SLIGHTLY weaker than in the first season, this is still amazing in nearly all of the ways the first season was. Max is a great addiction to the series, and her dynamic with Billy works well. Overall, this could have ended the show, and I would have been happy.
  12. TudorPopescu
    Dec 10, 2020
    10
    I personally enjoyed the second season as much as I enjoyed the first one. It's more of the same, so it's very good. Excellent writing, solid performance from the actors, interesting cinematography, nostalgia, and another mystery to unravel. If you liked the first season, you'll like this one, too.
  13. meta_king
    Aug 16, 2020
    1
    Its soooo coooooooooooooool! I must write 75 letter, why why? Holy molyyyyy :)
  14. AdrianOst07
    Jul 14, 2020
    8
    It just got better, season 2 was a great season just as much as the first one and even better I would say. The only criticism I would give is that, it followed a similar pattern to the first season: Will is in trouble, El saves the day, one month later we have a happy ending, only this time we get a hint of a season 3 happening. From the start, the second season blows your mind when we'reIt just got better, season 2 was a great season just as much as the first one and even better I would say. The only criticism I would give is that, it followed a similar pattern to the first season: Will is in trouble, El saves the day, one month later we have a happy ending, only this time we get a hint of a season 3 happening. From the start, the second season blows your mind when we're introduced to Kali aka "Eight", We get introduced into new characters, see more of the characters and develop the characters more of the ones we got introduced to in the first season which was nice to see, especially with Eleven, Hopper and Steve.

    Stranger Things had a slight problem when it comes to flow such as the Kali episode, the series shouldn't of felt forced of having a season of 9 episodes and could of extended the character relationship between Kali and Eleven by an episode or two. Nonetheless, it's an entertaining show that I highly recommend watching, like right now. Stop reading this and go watch the second season or the first season if you haven't watched the first one yet.    … Expand
  15. manningn15
    Jun 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Stranger Things is my 2nd favorite Netflix original show of all time, my favorite Sci-Fi show, one of my top 5 favorite drama shows, and one of my favorite tv shows of all time. The acting was phenomenal especially from Millie Bobby Brown, David Harbour, Noah Schnapp, Gaten Matarazzo, Winona Ryder, Dacre Montgomery, Sadie Sink, Joe Keery, Sean Astin, Finn Wolfhard, Charlie Heaton, Natalia Dyer, Cara Buono, Catherine Curtin, Brett Gelman, Priah Ferguson, Paul Reiser, Joe Chrest, Aimee Mullins, Caleb McLaughlin, and Linnea Berthelsen. The visual effects were exceptional this season and extremely creepy, cool, and awesome. The writing and story was outstanding, I loved all of the twists and turns and never knowing what was going to happen next and it was even more emotional impactful this season. The humor this season was really funny. The characterization was stupendous this season especially with Eleven/Jane, Billy Hargrove, Jim Hopper, Joyce Byers, Mike Wheeler, Will Byers, Steve Harrington, Dustin Henderson, Nancy Wheeler, Jonathan Byers, and Max Mayfield. I am still loving the 80's theme and the homage to the music, movies, and pop culture of the 80's. The costumes that Millie Bobby Brown, Dacre Montgomery, Linnea Berthelsen, Sadie Sink, Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Brett Gelman, Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton, Cara Buono, and Joe Keery. The makeup and hairstyling was excellent especially on Millie Bobby Brown, Cara Buono, Gaten Matarazzo, Dacre Montgomery, James Landry Hébert, Anna Jacoby-Heron, Sadie Sink, Joe Keery, Winona Ryder, Linnea Berthelsen, Natalia Dyer, Noah Schnapp, Finn Wolfhard, and David Harbour. Also the soundtrack was superb especially the songs played at the Snow Ball. This season was even better than the first season and was another A+ season.… Expand
  16. Amir_poper
    May 4, 2020
    9
    The story of Season 2 of stranger things is not as well as first season , but it is still great . Lot's of funny parts fill in the first episodes , and a bit later , it gets more serious . Untill from episode 5_9 (except7) every episode is an exciting masterpiece . I'm still saying , it is not as good as the first season , but it is scary , exciting , shocking , sad , happy ,etc.
    Thanks    The story of Season 2 of stranger things is not as well as first season , but it is still great . Lot's of funny parts fill in the first episodes , and a bit later , it gets more serious . Untill from episode 5_9 (except7) every episode is an exciting masterpiece . I'm still saying , it is not as good as the first season , but it is scary , exciting , shocking , sad , happy ,etc.
    Thanks for the writer and directors.    … Expand
  17. Diptanshu
    Apr 30, 2020
    10
    Great season!Amazing music specially the Intro great acting nice addition to characters they blend in perfectly amazing story although same pattern but the zig-zag ride of all members and the upside-down thing again was engaging to watch.the doesn't care guy cared was good transformation for steve and the whole love triangle was amazing so does the lucas,dustin and max's.the elevenGreat season!Amazing music specially the Intro great acting nice addition to characters they blend in perfectly amazing story although same pattern but the zig-zag ride of all members and the upside-down thing again was engaging to watch.the doesn't care guy cared was good transformation for steve and the whole love triangle was amazing so does the lucas,dustin and max's.the eleven showing up at 8 episode was phenomenal and the hide-up and father-daughter relationship was nice great connection at bill's story-line and upside-down and the climax was satisfaction the dance and tied up all events and hint towards whats to come it was awesome!overall entertaining and masterpiece season 2!… Expand
  18. Satanski666
    Mar 19, 2020
    0
    Really like first two seasons, but this time they change the series into some kid love story BS. Couldn't endure more then three episodes, even fast forwarding a lot.
  19. glomman
    Feb 2, 2020
    9
    This Season is probably Stranger Things at its best. It almost perfectly builds from the basis that has been built by the first season and introduces new and interesting characters aswell as concepts, like the Mind-Flayer, that enrich the already existing story and characters. It has a few pacing issues here and there and the ending could've been a little more cathartic, but here's oneThis Season is probably Stranger Things at its best. It almost perfectly builds from the basis that has been built by the first season and introduces new and interesting characters aswell as concepts, like the Mind-Flayer, that enrich the already existing story and characters. It has a few pacing issues here and there and the ending could've been a little more cathartic, but here's one thing: I rarely watch more than one episode of a show a day, well this time, I almost watched half the season in one sitting. If that doesn't tell you something, I don't know what else does.… Expand
  20. Lucas_t
    Dec 25, 2019
    9
    In my opinion it was the best season ever, with flawless performances.
    This season is riskier and bolder, putting the protagonists in really real danger.
  21. Borgoros
    Sep 30, 2019
    8
    A couple of really dull episodes ruins some of the solid momentum from the first season. But still good enough to rewatch.
  22. GrantD243
    Jul 27, 2019
    7
    Season two is an odd duck. In many ways, it's more polished and well done than season one. But, there are a few episodes that really miss the mark and in many ways it feels like a re-hash of season one.
  23. brockcheese
    Jul 18, 2019
    8
    This season finds very inventive ways to keep the plot moving forward while retaining what made the first season so good.
  24. Felindie
    Jul 15, 2019
    7
    Don't get me wrong, season two is good, but not as catchy as the first season.
  25. ArturReview
    May 11, 2019
    9
    I won't give this season a 10 because we know a lot of things from the first season, making this season less Mysterious and with that, less scarier.
    This season expands in a beautiful way the universe of the show, with nee characters and and great storylines with Will, Hopper, Eleven and the others.
  26. rodrigodsf
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    Breathtaking!
    This may just be the best show on Netflix. Everything is fantastic. The show is set in the 1980's, and that works well with the plot devices and really makes the show possible. The characters on this show are very well fleshed out, and they all feel like real people, even minor characters that are only present in 1 or 2 scenes. The pacing on the show is also fantastic. The    Breathtaking!
    This may just be the best show on Netflix. Everything is fantastic. The show is set in the 1980's, and that works well with the plot devices and really makes the show possible. The characters on this show are very well fleshed out, and they all feel like real people, even minor characters that are only present in 1 or 2 scenes. The pacing on the show is also fantastic. The show only tells the viewer little bits of information, enough that they know what is going on, but not too much that it just gives away the answers. This keeps the show interesting. The acting is great too... You have to watch it!    … Expand
  27. JulianIncen
    May 5, 2019
    6
    It didn't get any better and it had more than enough footage (for example the ep. 7). There were creative transitions and that is something to recognize. Collapse
  28. Ruzaky
    Jan 22, 2019
    7
    More stranger things. This kinds will have some stories to tell when they will be old.
  29. cvatyuk2005
    Dec 15, 2018
    10
    A atmosfer in this serial a very special and good.
    Wiew now!
    the best serial all the time!
  30. Justinavery7074
    Oct 2, 2018
    7
    Though not as strong as the first season it still is pretty freaking good. It takes a little time for this one to get started but it is good.
  31. hornysoul
    Sep 22, 2018
    8
    A segunda temporada de "Stranger Things", de certa forma, consegue criar a mesma atmosfera e o mesmo amor que eu tive pela série na sua primeira temporada. Adorei a atuação de Millie Bobby Brown e de David Harbour, que tiveram bons arcos de história e química no ecrã. Os únicos pontos negativos, para mim, foram o ritmo lento da história no início da temporada e a personagem de Max que seA segunda temporada de "Stranger Things", de certa forma, consegue criar a mesma atmosfera e o mesmo amor que eu tive pela série na sua primeira temporada. Adorei a atuação de Millie Bobby Brown e de David Harbour, que tiveram bons arcos de história e química no ecrã. Os únicos pontos negativos, para mim, foram o ritmo lento da história no início da temporada e a personagem de Max que se esforçou demasiado para se misturar com as outras crianças.… Expand
  32. Archimdus
    Sep 18, 2018
    2
    Takes everything that was awesome in the first season and removes it. Decides to base the entire season on the old game "dig dug" where creatures have created an underground hive that it takes Hopper way too long to figure it out. Joyce makes her entire house into an arts and crafts project again. Mike has basically checked out. Will is possessed by a lame alien who's picky aboutTakes everything that was awesome in the first season and removes it. Decides to base the entire season on the old game "dig dug" where creatures have created an underground hive that it takes Hopper way too long to figure it out. Joyce makes her entire house into an arts and crafts project again. Mike has basically checked out. Will is possessed by a lame alien who's picky about temperature and likes to sleep a lot. Eleven is non-existent until she decides to go on a weird little angst vacation and joins a group of psychotic murders (think villains from classic Ninja Turtles but super lame) for a few days before finally returning to mike (in the last episode of the season) looking like an awkward, tiny hooker. Mike doesn't seem to mind. Eleven screams a lot and waves her hands around and saves the town again. Mike and Eleven go to a school dance. She kisses him in the most obligatory and apathetic way possible. The end.… Expand
  33. drlowdon
    Aug 24, 2018
    8
    A year after the first season finale (which saw Eleven sacrifice herself to save her friends) the consequences of what happened are still being felt by everyone involved, Will in particular seeming to have a hard time coming to terms with what happened to him.

    In all honesty this second season doesn’t stray to far from the template laid down by the first in terms of plot. It also takes    A year after the first season finale (which saw Eleven sacrifice herself to save her friends) the consequences of what happened are still being felt by everyone involved, Will in particular seeming to have a hard time coming to terms with what happened to him.

    In all honesty this second season doesn’t stray to far from the template laid down by the first in terms of plot. It also takes a few episodes to really get going but, once things kick into gear, it arguably begins to surpass what the first season achieved and ends with the two best episodes the show has ever produced. You’d have to have a heart of stone to not care for this cast of characters by the end!

    With a third, and possibly even a fourth, season on the way it remains to be seen if the Duffer brothers can find a way to evolve the show and keep it entertaining but so far so good.    … Expand
  34. Tony1984
    Aug 1, 2018
    6
    Season 1 was a Spielberg/King homage which wasn't original in the slightest but very entertaining and very addictive nonetheless. Season 2 is a regurgitation on 1 just weaker on whole. Season 1 had its flaws that could be forgiven on its debut. 2 has the same flaws but worse. Weak plot lines, poor writing, the obligatory PC and general silliness grate the second time around. StrangerSeason 1 was a Spielberg/King homage which wasn't original in the slightest but very entertaining and very addictive nonetheless. Season 2 is a regurgitation on 1 just weaker on whole. Season 1 had its flaws that could be forgiven on its debut. 2 has the same flaws but worse. Weak plot lines, poor writing, the obligatory PC and general silliness grate the second time around. Stranger Things is a now corporate. KFC and Coke product placements, even though KFC wasn't even around in 1984. Season 3 will be the death knell .… Expand
  35. Andremax
    Jul 16, 2018
    8
    Series keeps great. Following where 1st season has been stopped and unrolling from first resolved conflict which based previous season. Some plot twist are founded here, as some character's personality changing. Humor, nostalgia and thriller still remains in a good form.
  36. iamkakaindecent
    May 30, 2018
    6
    The outcome was very "uninteresting" had S3 been good that was more or less.
  37. Honestgame
    May 21, 2018
    0
    Season 2 was an absolute disappointment, to say the least. After such an amazing first season, I had nothing but high hopes for the future of this franchise. Unfortunately, season ones shine quickly crumbled while watching season 2. It took me 2 months to finally finish it because it was so bad. Sad.
  38. downtownee
    May 18, 2018
    0
    First season was awesome. And it should have been the only season. Season 2 Is like Matrix 4, if the now-sisters continued that downward slope into cashing out on their franchise. The whole season 2 could have been done in the first 15 minutes of one episode of a spin-off. And even that shouldn't have been. If you are a tasteful fan of classic sci-fi's, and haven't seen the second season,First season was awesome. And it should have been the only season. Season 2 Is like Matrix 4, if the now-sisters continued that downward slope into cashing out on their franchise. The whole season 2 could have been done in the first 15 minutes of one episode of a spin-off. And even that shouldn't have been. If you are a tasteful fan of classic sci-fi's, and haven't seen the second season, you may want to skip this season all together. I cannot not see this failure now.… Expand
  39. partyfavor
    Apr 25, 2018
    6
    I liked this show but not the same love I can give from the first season. The story started strong (I loved the other mutant's storyline) but it felt flat after a while and the pacing of the story became tiresome. The actors are still lovable, but the characters are somewhat not that like-able anymore. What really destroyed this for me is the last scene where it teases another "possible"I liked this show but not the same love I can give from the first season. The story started strong (I loved the other mutant's storyline) but it felt flat after a while and the pacing of the story became tiresome. The actors are still lovable, but the characters are somewhat not that like-able anymore. What really destroyed this for me is the last scene where it teases another "possible" sequel to this mess. It annoyed me that Netflix is just milking this franchise and it will be just a matter of time before it becomes a hot mess.… Expand
  40. TheFilmFanatic
    Apr 20, 2018
    9
    This season of Stranger Things is a fun, engaging sci-fi thriller that plays less on the sci-fi gimmicks of last season and focuses more on the interpersonal relationships and growth of its characters. While some more sci-fi heavy characters lose screen time, the overall tone, atmosphere and themes help in propelling this season forward.
  41. Ascospore
    Mar 18, 2018
    7
    Let's be honest, Season 2 was a step down from the first in quality of story, but it's still essential viewing. At least it hasn't fully shat the bed like Jessica Jones Season 2.
  42. Lookingforheart
    Mar 14, 2018
    3
    I truly enjoyed the first season of the show. In spite of it being so blatantly derivative, it was very well made, very well acted, and very heartfelt and entertaining. It had genuinely rousing moments, good pacing, and a great sense of tension. The sum was larger than its parts.

    The new season was a disappointment to say the least. There is a fine line between inspiration and an honest    I truly enjoyed the first season of the show. In spite of it being so blatantly derivative, it was very well made, very well acted, and very heartfelt and entertaining. It had genuinely rousing moments, good pacing, and a great sense of tension. The sum was larger than its parts.

    The new season was a disappointment to say the least. There is a fine line between inspiration and an honest to goodness ripoff, and I struggled to find a single original idea here: the show's creators sticky fingers lift ideas ranging all the way from Akira, to the Exorcist, to Alien, to H.P. Lovecraft, to Star Wars, to every John Hughes movie ever made, to E.T. again, and it isn't a passing nod of admiration, no, we are talking ideas and shots plucked straight out of other titles. It's so thoroughly creatively bankrupt, anyone with any degree of familiarity of genre films or series of the past 40 years would be hard pressed not to scoff or roll their eyes at some point. Not good, not good at all.

    The series relied on nostalgia very heavily in the first installment, and that is doubled down on here. In the original it was obvious, but it was second to some very good story telling, whereas here, it seems to be the central focus. This is made more awkward by the fact that some of the anachronisms are incorrect: Reese's pieces didn't have chocolate in them, Kentucky Fried Chicken wasn't called 'KFC' in the 80s (I suspect that last one was due to product endorsement issues), among many others. Nitpicking, perhaps, but it tarnishes the sense of immersion, all the same.

    Some of this could be perhaps be forgivable in service of a great story, but the overall plot is also wooden, predictable, and in places, straight up boring. There's an episode in the middle that is a complete throw away (and yet another opportunity to be 'inspired' by Akira), and when we finally do get back to the main event, it is done in such a trite fashion as to be laughable. You won't have to guess what's about to happen in the slightest. From there events unfold in a series of episodes that are films and shows you have probably already seen, and done better, elsewhere.

    The new characters that are added serve no purpose other than to fill up space and disrupt the terrific ensemble from the first series. Were they left out of the script entirely it would not have changed a thing or even been noticeable, but for the opportunity they provided for still more nostalgia signaling.

    All in all, season 2 is watchable for the most part, and the performances are still great, that can't be overstated. You will love the kids as much as ever. The ending is supremely sweet, but getting there is an exercise in the worst kind of lazy writing and production, designed specifically to play on nostalgia and its related emotions that you may or may not even possess in lieu of quality or depth or anything resembling fresh, creative ideas. The setup for season 3 is impossibly lame, and if the mediocrity of episode 7 was an indication of where they are headed, count me out.

    This is 21st century film-making in every worst possible sense of the notion with some terrific moments thrown in, seemingly almost by accident or as an after thought. Its a shame, and indicative of Netflix in general as time goes by - I can't decide if their shows are indeed penned by algorithms or just people that have been trained to write like them. One point for the cast, one point for the production values, and one for the truly sweet ending.    … Expand
  43. mohammadjv1381
    Mar 8, 2018
    9
    فصل دوم در بسیاری از جاها بهتر از فصل 1 عمل میکند و واقعا زیبا و هیجان انگیز است مخصوصا 2 قسمت اخر وبازی بازیگران نیز خیلی خوب است
  44. SrPepe
    Mar 3, 2018
    8
    "Stranger Things 2" ofrece la combinación ganadora de oscuridad, horror, humor, actuación fuerte y nostalgia que se espera de la serie, aunque la trama de vez en cuando serpentea a lugares familiares.
  45. AthanasiosT
    Feb 28, 2018
    10
    With Season 1, the Duffer brothers took me back to my teen years in the 80s, while with Season 2, they left me there for good. Great heroes, cool music, a company of kids and a strong story make a series that is destined for excellence.
  46. eva3si0n
    Feb 2, 2018
    10
    The best series of 2017. The second season became even more interesting also fascinating. If in 2016 the series had a strong contender in the form of the Westworld, then this year it is the best series. Everything that not tell in the first season have explained here, all subject holes have closed, characters have opened. I don't understand about what it is possible to remove the 3rdThe best series of 2017. The second season became even more interesting also fascinating. If in 2016 the series had a strong contender in the form of the Westworld, then this year it is the best series. Everything that not tell in the first season have explained here, all subject holes have closed, characters have opened. I don't understand about what it is possible to remove the 3rd season, it is absolutely complete history.… Expand
  47. kellycurran
    Feb 1, 2018
    8
    This season was still full of action. It is still well connected to season 1, yet introduces new characters. It also gave viewers a chance to get to know the original characters better and understand their individual story more. Some of the episodes seemed to drag on and got repetitive. I feel season 1 was more interesting. Overall, season 2 was good. It will be interesting to see whatThis season was still full of action. It is still well connected to season 1, yet introduces new characters. It also gave viewers a chance to get to know the original characters better and understand their individual story more. Some of the episodes seemed to drag on and got repetitive. I feel season 1 was more interesting. Overall, season 2 was good. It will be interesting to see what season 3 brings.… Expand
  48. yaratim
    Jan 30, 2018
    9
    Through watching Stranger Things 2, I never really saw a creative side until I watched this show. It intrigued me from the beginning, from the actors and story line. The constant of not "Knowing" what is going to happen next. I can't wait for Season 3!
  49. bw14916
    Jan 21, 2018
    9
    Season 2 is still tremendously enjoyable, but I don't hold it at the same regard as season 1. Things don't come together as nicely as in season 1, and one episode in particular is a waste that is a chore to sit through. There are also some unnecessary new characters. However what worked well in season 1 still works well for the most part. Most characters are still great, and two newSeason 2 is still tremendously enjoyable, but I don't hold it at the same regard as season 1. Things don't come together as nicely as in season 1, and one episode in particular is a waste that is a chore to sit through. There are also some unnecessary new characters. However what worked well in season 1 still works well for the most part. Most characters are still great, and two new character pairings work perfectly.… Expand
  50. spacebear1
    Jan 5, 2018
    10
    The Duffer Brothers' Stranger Things 2 is an AMAZING follow up/sequel to the previous season. I once again loved the characters. David Harbour was once again amazing. I was also very surprised with the amount of development with Joe Keery's character Steve. He was almost unbearable for a little more than half of the previous season and a bit better by the finale but he has easily become myThe Duffer Brothers' Stranger Things 2 is an AMAZING follow up/sequel to the previous season. I once again loved the characters. David Harbour was once again amazing. I was also very surprised with the amount of development with Joe Keery's character Steve. He was almost unbearable for a little more than half of the previous season and a bit better by the finale but he has easily become my favorite character in this show. I also loved the design for the new monster, the Mind Flayer, but also the new army of Demodogs. I only have one problem with this season, which was the entirety of episode seven. In the end, I actually loved this season more than the first.… Expand
  51. Jesus15Izturis
    Jan 4, 2018
    10
    It seemed difficult that stranger things improved compared to the first season, but the second season was not only better than its predecessor, but it consolidated Stranger Things as one of the best science fiction series of all time.
  52. 100tifiko
    Dec 31, 2017
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Aunque mantiene ciertas caracteristicas de la temporada pasada, esta vez no la disfruté de la misma manera, creo que se sintió mucho la ausencia de Eleven en el grupo de chicos y me parecio forzada la aparición de Max que aun asi me gusto su personaje.
    El episodio donde nos centramos en Eleven y su hermana no me gustó para nada, no sentí un progreso real y lo que vimos ya lo sabiamos, creo que se podria haber juntado con otro episodio para hacerlo mas llevadero.
    El final de esta temporada tampoco me gustó, parece como si todo estuviera exactamente igual que antes, ningun progreso, casi lo mismo que sentí en el final anterior, que todo seguiría pasando y nada habia terminado.    … Expand
  53. dr0nzer
    Dec 26, 2017
    10
    didn't really where they'd take the story, the first season set a high standard in execution and this carries forward into this season, everything you expect from the first is in this second with the dial turned up, with the characters developed from the first season this season just allows the writers to build up on that, the story is well crafted, less of Rinoa Rhyer's over the topdidn't really where they'd take the story, the first season set a high standard in execution and this carries forward into this season, everything you expect from the first is in this second with the dial turned up, with the characters developed from the first season this season just allows the writers to build up on that, the story is well crafted, less of Rinoa Rhyer's over the top screaming which did amazing things for my ears and sanity, great story progression, although slow at the start it ended with a bang.… Expand
  54. wiiy71
    Dec 23, 2017
    8
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  55. PeterDicklage
    Dec 18, 2017
    0
    Oh dear, oh dear, where to begin. As the summary suggests we loved the first season, yes, it had its flaws, mainly in the terrible script but we (the people I watched it with) forgave that in light of a gripping, well paced narrative.

    My biggest gripe about ST2 is the poor mechanics. By this I mean the story doesn't work. The continuation of how principle characters from ST1 behave in    Oh dear, oh dear, where to begin. As the summary suggests we loved the first season, yes, it had its flaws, mainly in the terrible script but we (the people I watched it with) forgave that in light of a gripping, well paced narrative.

    My biggest gripe about ST2 is the poor mechanics. By this I mean the story doesn't work. The continuation of how principle characters from ST1 behave in ST2 doesn't add up. When you acknowledge that that target audience for this is the 30-40 age bracket, meta-geeks and nostalgia-nuts who remember the films, music, games, culture of the 1980's, you must pay tribute to the intelligence that this group of people bring. OK, I'll say it, we're geeks and geeks like things to make sense.

    Dusting would not treat a baby demagorgon as a pet, nor would he hide it. Hopper behaves practically like a jealous lover, a Jozef Fritzl to Eleven. Eleven barely spoke in ST1. So many incongruities. The top secret HAL lab, that anyone can just roll up to and gain access. What annoys me the most is that the Duffer Brothers have created a story of total rubbish, they have trampled over the credibility of the characters they successfully developed in ST1. They have done with ST2 what Disney have done to Star Wars: repackaged the original with louder bangs and hoped that the audience doesn't call them out on a flagrant cashing in on a premise with no substance.

    Ultimately, I know I shouldn't care, but I do because I love ST1 and I hate ST2 for it's lazy storyline, it's awful script and really shoddy CGI.    … Expand
  56. alejandro970
    Dec 10, 2017
    9
    Preserves the force of previous season, with the same touch of nostalgia for the 80s, new character and an upcoming, wicked menace. The final chapters are heart-ponding with the accurate dose of suspense. Just wait of third season.
  57. LarryFisher
    Nov 29, 2017
    0
    Season 1 was great, season 2 was **** Gone are all the things that made this show interesting, it's now just a **** show. Worst tv show of the year by far and a complete joke.
  58. JonSnowy
    Nov 28, 2017
    0
    Season 1 was surprisingly good, season 2 was a huge mess. Will is in danger AGAIN, his mom whines about him just like in season 1. More teenage love drama, and eleven is an annoying cry baby.
  59. eagleeyeviking
    Nov 28, 2017
    8
    "Stranger Things 2” delivers the winning combination of darkness, horror, humour, strong acting, and nostalgia expected from the series, although the plot occasionally meanders to familiar places.
  60. jeffciv
    Nov 27, 2017
    0
    Just horrid. Season 1 was pretty decent. Season 2 is a huge letdown, acting is weak, writing is awful, production is just awful. RIP, don't make a season 3.
  61. MallRat15
    Nov 27, 2017
    9
    The second best season of the series so far. This season had many good episodes with many good moments but i cant forgive them for the atrocity that was episode 7. What a waste of time nothing good came out of the episode and just wasted an hour of peoples lives. Other than that however most episodes were exceptional and kept me locked in the entire time. All performances were great andThe second best season of the series so far. This season had many good episodes with many good moments but i cant forgive them for the atrocity that was episode 7. What a waste of time nothing good came out of the episode and just wasted an hour of peoples lives. Other than that however most episodes were exceptional and kept me locked in the entire time. All performances were great and the chemistry of all were really executed greatly. Great music and sound gave the show that eerie felling that it was trying to achieve. Looking forward for whats to come next.… Expand
  62. gtwist
    Nov 26, 2017
    8
    The second season of this show wasn't quite as good, but still very entertaining. My only flaws with the show was the character of Max, and episode 7. However, episode 8 and 9 were my favorites of the whole season. I'd give season 2 an 8/10.
  63. Flavatown
    Nov 25, 2017
    10
    Awesome show. Great characters, although i felt like billy had absolutely no purpose in the show other than to be a jerk to everyone. I had fun with this season and delving deeper into the stories of our beloved characters. Also, somebody needs to get that kid Noah Shnapp (Will Byers) an Emmy ASAP! His performance this season was spot on! I don't care what anybody else says about the show,Awesome show. Great characters, although i felt like billy had absolutely no purpose in the show other than to be a jerk to everyone. I had fun with this season and delving deeper into the stories of our beloved characters. Also, somebody needs to get that kid Noah Shnapp (Will Byers) an Emmy ASAP! His performance this season was spot on! I don't care what anybody else says about the show, just get this boy an emmy! He made this season!… Expand
  64. KeenWatcher
    Nov 24, 2017
    10
    Stays true to the roots of the original season but goes that step further and gives you insight into the link with the upside down, showing there is much more to it...
  65. DiogoOliveira
    Nov 24, 2017
    3
    Não esperava muita coisa, mas tive que assistir para poder opina, e digo que a serie esta cansada da própria existência, episódio 1 fraco, previsível, desfragmentado, ruim, mal editado, quando chegamos no episódio 7 o desastre esta pronto e feito, piores episódio, a serie esta querendo fugi do cliché, mas ela própria redefiniu o conceito de cliché bom, mas nessa estraga tudo, joga tudo noNão esperava muita coisa, mas tive que assistir para poder opina, e digo que a serie esta cansada da própria existência, episódio 1 fraco, previsível, desfragmentado, ruim, mal editado, quando chegamos no episódio 7 o desastre esta pronto e feito, piores episódio, a serie esta querendo fugi do cliché, mas ela própria redefiniu o conceito de cliché bom, mas nessa estraga tudo, joga tudo no ralo, com cenas desconcertantes que foge da primeira temporada que estava clean para corre por Exorcista, fracassando também na inclusão de dois personagens que não acrescenta em nada, o masculino uma copia de um personagem já existente na primeira temporada e o segundo, que e um personagem feminino não se sabe o que faz ali, seria para um par romântico forçado? descubra você mesmo. final fraco puxando gancho para mais uma temporada, fracassando literalmente com o trabalho mediano mas aceitável da primeira temporada.… Expand
  66. mydumbreviews
    Nov 24, 2017
    6
    I'll start by saying Stranger Things season 1 was one of my favorite shows ever.

    Stranger Things season 2 was just okay to me. I didn't feel any of the emotion I should have felt. It was good television overall, but it was a disappointment from the quality season 1 had. (spoilers) First of all, there's plotholes galore: The demidogs are immune to bullets whenever the plot needs    I'll start by saying Stranger Things season 1 was one of my favorite shows ever.

    Stranger Things season 2 was just okay to me. I didn't feel any of the emotion I should have felt. It was good television overall, but it was a disappointment from the quality season 1 had.

    (spoilers)

    First of all, there's plotholes galore: The demidogs are immune to bullets whenever the plot needs them to be. Like halfway through the series, Bob is killed by demidogs and Hopper tries to shoot them but the bullets just bounce off. At the end of the series, Hopper is able to shoot them successfully. Not to mention they get hurt by Steve wielding a baseball bat like halfway through the show. I guess all you needed was 100 baseball-bat Steves to take down the hivemind, huh?

    Speaking of hivemind, the show contradicts itself when it gives Dustin's pet demidog some individuality. It clearly disobeys the hivemind when it shows mercy to the party, which is a plothole and a cheap emotional moment. It didn't feel real to me.

    Eleven meets up with another girl with powers, and she was actually an interesting character, but they abandoned her quickly. I hope she comes back.

    There was nothing surprising about this season and everything just went exactly as expected. Me and my roommates were able to predict the plot perfectly as it unfolded, nothing like season 1 where we were left guessing.

    They tried to mirror season 1, which I thought was cool, but it just wasn't anywhere near as good. They repeated the same exact story instead of mirroring it in a meaningful way.

    The characters felt worse this season too, and the acting wasn't as good. I didn't feel any goosebumps and shivers the way the first season made me feel. I didn't cry when Will was ultimately saved. It wasn't emotional at all for me. When the season ended I was just like "that's it?"

    I hope they use this season to set up for something amazing in season 3, but somehow I think they will just produce something sub-par and the fanatic audience will eat it up. Same thing that happens to all great television (I'm looking at you, Game of Thrones + Walking Dead).    … Expand
  67. MovieMantz
    Nov 22, 2017
    10
    I just wanted to like season 2 as much as i liked season 1. Season 1 was so good and it started stronger than most tv shows so the bar was set pretty high. I must say I enjoyed season 2 as I'd wish for. Except for one episode that could have been shorter, I wouldn't change a thing.
  68. lager96
    Nov 21, 2017
    9
    From the beginning, Stranger Things season 2 bring back everything I loved about season 1...and then builds upon it from there. The performances from the entire cast is stellar and even better than season one. While the show has always been about the characters, I feel that season 2 spends more time on the characters that we love and develops them even more. Milly Bobby Brown is stillFrom the beginning, Stranger Things season 2 bring back everything I loved about season 1...and then builds upon it from there. The performances from the entire cast is stellar and even better than season one. While the show has always been about the characters, I feel that season 2 spends more time on the characters that we love and develops them even more. Milly Bobby Brown is still fantastic as Eleven and gives the character even more depth this time around. David Harbour as Hopper is given more screen time in season 2 and I grew to love his character even more this season. I love how the Duffer Brothers take their time to build the characters. This work because of the masterful writing and the talented actors they have the pull it off. This season is just a great, if not better than the first, which is a great sign. Season three cannot come soon enough!… Expand
  69. Gatocosmico
    Nov 21, 2017
    3
    the script is bad with unclear characters that do not change anything in the plot that if they disappeared would not change anything, the end was something exciting but expected much more, has no comparison with the first season
  70. TimW001
    Nov 20, 2017
    9
    Season two was amazing. Watch it. The characters, the story, the ending. All of it worth the investment of time. Definitely watch Season one first. But season two is great.
  71. Voodoo123
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    +Exceptional cast, old and new, deliver memorable performances
    +Noah Schnapp
    +Memorable soundtrack / use of period licensed music
    +Respects the viewers time to tell a good story
    +References to Aliens, Temple of doom and other movie sequels
    -Already knowing what to expect from the show
  72. BellaSwan1992
    Nov 15, 2017
    0
    Honestly, with everything coming out about Weinstein and Kevin Spacey and Corey Feldman, I was really unnerved by all the scenes in the last few episodes where Will is in just a hospital gown and they keep tying him to gurneys and chairs and beds. There are some real sickos behind this show who stick in all these unneeded shots of a prepubescent boy being bound hand and foot and strugglingHonestly, with everything coming out about Weinstein and Kevin Spacey and Corey Feldman, I was really unnerved by all the scenes in the last few episodes where Will is in just a hospital gown and they keep tying him to gurneys and chairs and beds. There are some real sickos behind this show who stick in all these unneeded shots of a prepubescent boy being bound hand and foot and struggling to escape. Really, really disgusting.

    I did a little research and found that the young red-headed actress gave an interview where she said she didn't want to kiss the black boy in the final episode (it wasn't in the script either), but the director Shawn Levy forced her to do it and then made her shoot multiple takes just because he saw it was uncomfortable for her (he even laughs about this like he thinks it's funny making young girls humiliate themselves, just like Weinstein). If you watch the scene you can see she looks really awkward and stiff when she does it, and the camera cuts away right away.

    I'm calling it now: there is something "off" about the people behind this show, and there is going to be a scandal sooner or later.    … Expand
  73. bjwils
    Nov 15, 2017
    8
    Stranger Things Season 2, somehow manages to create the same atmosphere and love I had for the show in its first season. With great performances by Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour, who had surprisingly good story arcs and chemistry on screen, looking forward to more from David Harbour in his soon to be released Hellboy reboot. The only negatives for me was a slow building pace at theStranger Things Season 2, somehow manages to create the same atmosphere and love I had for the show in its first season. With great performances by Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour, who had surprisingly good story arcs and chemistry on screen, looking forward to more from David Harbour in his soon to be released Hellboy reboot. The only negatives for me was a slow building pace at the near start of the season, despite it having great pay offs, it left me bored and wanting to see more of Eleven and Dustin. The character of Max seemed forced into the mix rather than natural, but that may be due to my loving the chemistry of the three young leads. This season was an episode longer than the last one and in my opinion it really didn't need to be, Episode 7 the dreaded episode that everyone talks about I didn't mind, but didn't really have to be an episode and I believe was given too much background and was simply there to tease further seasons, which I suppose has to be done.

    Overall Steve Harrington could serve me food as my new mother, because Stranger Things Season 2 left me begging for more.    … Expand
  74. dhaab
    Nov 14, 2017
    9
    Excellent follow up season. The added characters made sense and helped the plot lines in the 2nd season. The 80's soundtrack was inspiring as well. I look forward to season 3!
  75. MrNikitaTV
    Nov 14, 2017
    10
    Очень странные дела 2-пример отличного сиквела. В сериале осталось вся крутость первого сезона, которая была умножена в два раза. В этом сезоне понравилось более живые диалоги и взаимодействие персонажей. Но в этом сезоне есть маленькие косячки, но они не портят сериал целиком, поэтому снижать не буду. Это все те же Очень странные дела!Очень странные дела 2-пример отличного сиквела. В сериале осталось вся крутость первого сезона, которая была умножена в два раза. В этом сезоне понравилось более живые диалоги и взаимодействие персонажей. Но в этом сезоне есть маленькие косячки, но они не портят сериал целиком, поэтому снижать не буду. Это все те же Очень странные дела!
  76. GuapoGrande
    Nov 13, 2017
    0
    I will admit I had some trepidation when I first heard they were making another season of Stranger Things, and this is exactly why: it doesn't make sense that this same town keeps getting attacked over and over by horrors from beyond, plus now all the mystery of the first season is drained away and it is nearly impossible to create believable drama for the characters that can compare withI will admit I had some trepidation when I first heard they were making another season of Stranger Things, and this is exactly why: it doesn't make sense that this same town keeps getting attacked over and over by horrors from beyond, plus now all the mystery of the first season is drained away and it is nearly impossible to create believable drama for the characters that can compare with the original story. Where will they go next? "Well gang it's a new year, I wonder what new Upside Down Monster will attack us this time? Will I hope your mom paid her Monster Possession insurance because it's a new school year and you know what that means!"

    Also: episode 7 was THE WORST. I can't believe they tried to ripoff all the other superhero shows on TV like that, plus all the gang members (especially the leader) were totally ridiculous and not believable. I was amazed they tried to do that, and naturally failed so badly.    … Expand
  77. LaSh4wn328
    Nov 13, 2017
    0
    Just terrible. After the great season 1 this show did not need another season, it should have been a miniseries! Now they are just redoing everything they already did: Will is attacked by a supernatural monster, his mom is hysterical, the nerds try to find out what's happening, Hopper is cynical and reckless, and Eleven uses her supernatural powers to help. IT'S ALL JUST THE EXACT SAME ASJust terrible. After the great season 1 this show did not need another season, it should have been a miniseries! Now they are just redoing everything they already did: Will is attacked by a supernatural monster, his mom is hysterical, the nerds try to find out what's happening, Hopper is cynical and reckless, and Eleven uses her supernatural powers to help. IT'S ALL JUST THE EXACT SAME AS THE FIRST SEASON!

    I know for many people these days that's what makes them comfortable, just being spoon-fed the exact same thing over and over and over again (look at how many people went to see Star Wars 7 even though it was just a remake of ANH), but for people who like shows to break new creative ground and take risks this was a massive disappointment. Now they are going to keep milking this show until it becomes so bad even the fans can't deny it. A real shame, because the first season was good, but the second season stinks!    … Expand
  78. MahbubAli92
    Nov 13, 2017
    0
    It really sucks that so many TV shows with a strong idea for a single season (see also: Mr Robot, Bloodline, Westworld) have to keep getting milked and milked for more episodes even though it's obvious the story has nowhere else to go. Season 1 was a fun supernatural thriller with a great throwback 80's setting, but it was also a complete self-contained story that really, really, REALLYIt really sucks that so many TV shows with a strong idea for a single season (see also: Mr Robot, Bloodline, Westworld) have to keep getting milked and milked for more episodes even though it's obvious the story has nowhere else to go. Season 1 was a fun supernatural thriller with a great throwback 80's setting, but it was also a complete self-contained story that really, really, REALLY did not need a sequel. Yet here we are.

    As usual with these unnecessary followup seasons, the characters either 1) spin their wheels going nowhere, 2) rehash the same character arcs they already had, or 3) get tangled up in pointless melodrama that has nothing to do with the main plot threads. You can set your watch by this pattern these days. Boy I sure can't wait for Season 7 when Joyce once again turns her house upside down to map out the latest supernatural horror attacking her son, and Nancy is still dithering around in her love triangle, and the geeky kids are still having petty arguments over their raging hormones, and Hopper foolishly charges into supernatural danger with no plan and no backup.

    I have to give special mention to the grotesquely awful episode with the vomit-worth Indian chick and her oh-so-cliche crew of Hollywood-diverse henchmen, where they try to turn this show into another Heroes ripoff. That was one of the worst TV episodes I've ever seen, and strongly hints and just how much worse this series is gonna get going forward. I was honestly rooting for the cops to air them all out at the end, but no, naturally they all escape with yet another implausible deus ex machina.

    Meanwhile the red-headed girl only exists to cause melodrama (watch the interview where the actress talks about how they forced her to do an interracial kiss on camera even though she really didn't want to, it'll make you want to strangle Shawn Levy. He seems like another Weinstein in the making with his love of humiliating actresses over this stuff), and her brother is the most one-dimensional cardboard villain I've seen this year.

    I really, really wish they would've quit while they were ahead. It looks like this is going set a new speed record for a series going from fresh and fun and new to being just another cynical Hollywood cash-in that overstays its welcome.    … Expand
  79. furkan36411
    Nov 13, 2017
    10
    The best series until they do better. Players are great. I liked new charecters. 11's story could have been better maybe. She joined the main story very late.
  80. bfoore90
    Nov 12, 2017
    9
    Its about as good if not a tad bit better than season one which says alot because I loved season one. Its well-paced, action packed and full of nostalgic 80s references and Easter eggs. The chemistry between the kids and the adults is astounding and it ended with me wanting more out of season 3.
  81. MacheteDontText
    Nov 12, 2017
    6
    Sadly season 2 has almost none of the first one's charm and mistery. The cast is still great but everything else is just mediocre, with a few unneccesary characters and a couple of cringeworthy moments. Overall its disappointing, but watchable, season 1 was great, should ve leaved it the **** alone.
  82. mohitmacho15
    Nov 12, 2017
    10
    better than season 1 in some areas but lacking in others, overall pros are far outweighs the cons. Nice character development with expansion of the story. Next season will decide that whether this show will remain in category of good shows or make a leap towards legendary territory.
  83. Mrduff01
    Nov 12, 2017
    10
    For me the best show on Netflix. Millie Bobby Brown(Eleven) and Noah Schnapp(Will Byers) are the Stars of this Show, so young and so talented! it will give you all the 80s Nostalgia that you need.
  84. thedaywalker
    Nov 11, 2017
    9
    I have to say, after the almost perfection of season 1, i didn't expect season 2 to be either better or even just as good.
    But i think they stepped up their game, giving characters more to do and the children remain as naive as before. The story is better told and the acting is a step up as well.
    I don't understand the Dacre Montgomery character's inclusion, because right now he was    I have to say, after the almost perfection of season 1, i didn't expect season 2 to be either better or even just as good.
    But i think they stepped up their game, giving characters more to do and the children remain as naive as before. The story is better told and the acting is a step up as well.
    I don't understand the Dacre Montgomery character's inclusion, because right now he was there to make Steve look like a good guy and to be a douche to MadMax.    … Expand
  85. ronaldohero
    Nov 11, 2017
    10
    This is the SHOW of the years!! Amazing!
    The casting is extremely talented and just pure magic. The story is Perfect and the music fits perfectly to the setting. I recommend watching this tv show
  86. AgathaAlexandra
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    A segunda temporada é incrivel, não perdeu a magia eu amei. Os personagens continuam os mesmo, cativantes e muito bem desenvolvidos. Os novos personagens também são incriveis.
  87. sVc
    Nov 9, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was worried that this show was going to be a Second Season disaster, quite honestly. Netflix has given the green light to a couple other shows that had an astonishing Season One simply because of their huge success/word of mouth. Some of those shows should have stayed as stand alone seasons and not pushed the envelope. I was afraid this might be one of them. I was wrong. Very wrong. The only reason I don't give this a perfect 10 is because you can't possibly duplicate the rush of nostalgia and freshness (at the same time) that Season One had. It brought back a certain type of storytelling that had been missing for a while and at the same time kept great focus and still felt entirely new. And fun, and scary and heartfelt. There are very few shows that I've actually bing-watched on Netlix or Hulu. Instead, I like to take my time and feel that anticipation build over a few days before coming back to the next episode. And for episode 1 and 2 of this season, I was able to do that. But by episode 3, I could resist no more and watched the remaining 7 episodes in one night (6 & 8 being the best, BTW). What surprised me the most was how much care they put into it. They crafted another season that was an extension of the first, but with such detail to the plot . Season Two could have very easily been a rush job to simply bank on the success of the first. But the Duffer Bros. obviously enjoy what they're doing and want to leave behind a very entertaining, thought out show that will stand the test of time. So many homages to other movies it's like name- that-movie, which I think is fun. Bringing in Sean Astin was a great idea/edition for a character: (spoiler alert: they even fooled me. I thought he was an agent for the government to watch over the family). And I have to give props to Noah Schnapp (who plays Will Byers). To be so young and pull off that acting ability, (especially in episode 8 when he - another spoiler alert- has to pull off being possessed) amazes me. But all the actors are great and I didn't write about Season One when it came out so I'll say it now: I'm glad to see Winona Ryder back and getting some of the spotlight. Anyway, I really didn't go through what this show is about, but I'm pretty sure anyone reading these reviews already knows what it's about, right? I'll sum up by saying I am looking forward to the next installment. I have a feeling that the Duffer Bros. aren't going to disappoint.… Expand
  88. Quinby_Satchel
    Nov 8, 2017
    9
    This was overall way better then the first season. Delivers on giving favorite characters more depth and more to do. I also thought the finale felt like more a finale then season 1. It was much grander and more epic. I finished Season 1 liking this show. I finished Season 2 loving it.
  89. daniprick
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    best show ive ever watched! never been so hyped and thrilled for a tv show (exept for spongebob when i was 5 XD) please see this show for your selves...
  90. PrettyGood
    Nov 7, 2017
    7
    A recycled version of the first season, but still very enjoyable. Entertaining plot, though it feels like something is missing. Improved character development on certain characters. Decent new additions, but they feel unnecessary. The standout of the second season is Noah Schnapp, joined by a group of actors who work well together.
  91. gromenawer
    Nov 6, 2017
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This season felt retarded.

    El11 should have die half season for severe blood lost. We get it; she bleed when using the powers, gee. Like, she is risking brain aneurysm every time she change channels on the TV, is like Homer with a gun.

    OST is good but stop switching songs so often. Is like "Look, 80s music is cool!, ehh?, ehhhhh? Here is another one! do you member 80s music? I member!!" Jesus every single song feel force down the throat of the audience. is no longer serving and complementing the series, is completely fighting the series for the foreground.

    Literally the whole El11 plot is worthless. You could had cast the actress for the 30 minutes of the last episode and would have been so much impressive. Mother plot is lame, the SJ-punk-W is stupid. A complete derail of minutes and resources. You could have given all of that time to Max and Max's brother. Show the father of Max is better parent but got screw in the divorce, show some dichotomy on the **** brother because is abuse by the father. Something.

    And the whole story is full of scify troopes, you can see everything coming from miles away. No surprises whatsoever: "you see that glass, is everythingproof! CRACK- well, not so much", the zerg hivemind, the grumpy coop, the crazy conspiracy guy, Demidogs are bulletproof except in the last 5 minutes.

    I hope that there is a season 3 with one episode. The demigorgon-ubergod destroying the entire stupid town.    … Expand
  92. Thug-Negus
    Nov 6, 2017
    10
    I like this series for several reasons, but the one that moves me the most is the attention to detail. I was the same age as the teens who play in the film, and many good memories from 33 years ago have resurfaced. Starting with the credits, typical of the SF series of the 80s (the typography of the letters etc.... )We also find a mix of all that was made that time, for example E.T theI like this series for several reasons, but the one that moves me the most is the attention to detail. I was the same age as the teens who play in the film, and many good memories from 33 years ago have resurfaced. Starting with the credits, typical of the SF series of the 80s (the typography of the letters etc.... )We also find a mix of all that was made that time, for example E.T the extra terrestrial. I really love this t-v show.… Expand
  93. GamerJones
    Nov 5, 2017
    1
    This is one of the most overrated Shows in recent tv-history. I can accept it as an mediocre, entertaining homage to the oldschool "Scary Movies" and tv-shows of the 80-90's. Its a kind of hybrid between movies like Carpenters The Thing (the monsters and score ring clear here), Spielbergs E.T., and Stephen Kings IT (the kiddie-cast). Also with undertones of The X-Files, Twin Peaks,This is one of the most overrated Shows in recent tv-history. I can accept it as an mediocre, entertaining homage to the oldschool "Scary Movies" and tv-shows of the 80-90's. Its a kind of hybrid between movies like Carpenters The Thing (the monsters and score ring clear here), Spielbergs E.T., and Stephen Kings IT (the kiddie-cast). Also with undertones of The X-Files, Twin Peaks, Goosebumps etc. This is why i find the show so unoriginal - we've all seen these plots before, but better.

    Thats the next thing, the acting. The kids are so bad! At first this might be attributed to bad writing, but the kids jus seem like genuinly bad actors, all of them. This, combined witht the poor writing, makes the characters extreemely unlikeable. With the exception of the semi-retarded super-nerd, Justin perhaps, none of these characters came across as likeable, if anything they were just plain annoying. The kid that the shows storyline is centered around, Will, is especially loathable, my good god i hate that kid. After the introduction, everytime you see him on screen he acts like a whiny little ingrate. Sure he might have been infected by some interdimensional parasite, but does he have to be such an stupid **** I hate him. Also the "Elleven" character is ridiculous. Millie Brown might be one of the worst kid acters i have ever seen (i had to plain skip episode 7 of the 2. season), only topped by Danish Linnea Berthelsen from episode 7 - just skip it.

    I really hate this show and all the unworthy attention its getting, because this is a indicator of how many ****s exist out there, with no taste or critical sense whatsoever, some are even close friends of mine... Wake up, this show is terrible!    … Expand
  94. carloshenrik25
    Nov 5, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A série ótima, é um ótimo entretenimento para a família. contém história bem interessante, divertida um pouco engraçada e ao mesmo tempo sobrenatural, uma série que facilmente indicaria para os amigos.… Expand
  95. TheQuietGamer
    Nov 3, 2017
    10
    After becoming such a smash hit with it's first season, the second season of Stranger Things had big shoes to fill. Suffice to say it more than delivers and gives viewers plenty of reasons to return. Everything you loved about season 1 is still here. Only now the scale is much larger to the point where it's practically overflowing with riches.

    I love how it sort of follows the same    After becoming such a smash hit with it's first season, the second season of Stranger Things had big shoes to fill. Suffice to say it more than delivers and gives viewers plenty of reasons to return. Everything you loved about season 1 is still here. Only now the scale is much larger to the point where it's practically overflowing with riches.

    I love how it sort of follows the same beats as last season. I found myself noticing how a lot scenes were basically doing the same things we saw last time, only now just bigger and more complex. This sense of déjà vu is able to be appreciated as it feels like the people behind the show are saying "hey, remember this part you loved in the first season? Well here it is cranked up to eleven!" Pun intended. It's sort of the show's way of saying that it knows how to make old ideas fresh again and really expresses the Stranger Things creators inventiveness and skill. Of course there are also those moments foreshadowing and outright brilliant tiny scenes that sort of hint at the larger things at play. The near-constant stream of 80's references are still fun.

    The emotion and characters are once again spot on. The cast is perfect and their characters are just as lovable as ever. the newcomers fit right in. Seeing them grow and face new issues is just as involving and engrossing as it was the first time around. The new menace is mysterious and adds new elements of horror to the mix. It's an incredibly tense season and will keep you guessing. The action is notably improved.

    If you loved season 1 then you'll love this as well. The creator's upped their game and delivered another stellar season. It won't win anyone over who is already on the fence or just flat out didn't like it, but it delivers everything fans could want and surprises us with a whole lot extra.    … Expand
  96. mrmonster
    Nov 3, 2017
    9
    Not as good as season 1...that being said, it is still fantastic. As always, the kids are great, and the show perfectly balances multiple story arcs. If you liked season 1, you will like season 2.
  97. strangel0ve
    Nov 3, 2017
    5
    It somehow lacks a character, focus, backbone, I don't know what it is, but season one had it and I can only rate it and like percieve it in relation to it. It feels like a kids show now whereas season one was a story, atmosphere, coherence. This seems to be a bit all over the place, not nearly as singular and interesting, still a lot of good things about it, I certainly appreciated nodsIt somehow lacks a character, focus, backbone, I don't know what it is, but season one had it and I can only rate it and like percieve it in relation to it. It feels like a kids show now whereas season one was a story, atmosphere, coherence. This seems to be a bit all over the place, not nearly as singular and interesting, still a lot of good things about it, I certainly appreciated nods to Aliens and Jurrasic Park (and a lot of other stuff i bet) but as far as its own thing this season didn't do it for me.… Expand
  98. Sitheguy78
    Nov 3, 2017
    10
    Really great series. Even better than Season 1.

    More 80's vibe Sci-fi. What else could you want?

    This tv show is (ET+IT)*(Goornies+Super8)^Fringe
  99. DavidWasHere
    Nov 2, 2017
    9
    This is what a great season does. Takes what works from the first season and builds off of it without being forced nor indulgent. The acting is still strong, the atmosphere is as euphoric as ever, the new characters are a great edition and do not feel out of place. It feels like an expansion! While some plot elements are basically similar to the first season, that is more of a nitpick andThis is what a great season does. Takes what works from the first season and builds off of it without being forced nor indulgent. The acting is still strong, the atmosphere is as euphoric as ever, the new characters are a great edition and do not feel out of place. It feels like an expansion! While some plot elements are basically similar to the first season, that is more of a nitpick and does not distract from the main story. My only complaint is that the CGI effects for the monsters are pretty bad! I don't care if it's a small budget for a TV show. Ex-Machina cost about $15 million and the effects in that movie is gorgeous! Good CGI is not reliant on the budget! But other than that great second season and I cannot wait for season 3!… Expand
  100. EmperorofDubbo
    Nov 2, 2017
    9
    Loved Season 2 as much as Season 1. Wondered where'd they go after Season 1 but I really enjoyed the story progression & the growth of all the cast. Well done...
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 33
  3. Negative: 0 out of 33
  1. The New Yorker
    Reviewed by: Troy Patterson
    Dec 15, 2017
    80
    As with last year’s introductory season, a Spielbergian sense of wonder and a John Hughes-like knack for underage anthropology invigorate the show’s approach to scary science-fiction.
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  2. Slant Magazine
    Reviewed by: Nathan Frontiero
    Nov 6, 2017
    75
    Stranger Things 2 ultimately feels less like a cash in on the success of the first season and more like its narrative complement, allowing the creators to fully explore the ramifications of the world they created.
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  3. We Got This Covered
    Reviewed by: Lauren Humphries-Brooks
    Oct 30, 2017
    80
    All in all, Stranger Things season 2 is ultimately more of the same, but still a very worthy sequel, which is good news for those of us (like me) who only hoped for the Duffer Brothers to manage to carry through the success of the original run with an affecting, and believable, continuation of the story.
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