During the Annecy Film Festival, Netflix revealed key insights into the new animated Stranger Things spinoff, Tales from ’85
Hawkins gets a cartoon makeover! During the Annecy Film Festival, Netflix officially announced Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, an animated series set in the winter of 1985, promising a nostalgic return to the world of Upside Down with a new visual spin.
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Flashing Back to Hawkins in the ’85 Era
As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Tales From ’85 is set in the timeline between Seasons 2 and 3 of Stranger Things.
The animated series features returning fan favorites and introduces Nikki, a strong-willed new character known for her mohawk and no-nonsense vibe.
She joins the gang in battling creepy creatures and uncovering a fresh paranormal mystery in Hawkins.
A Throwback to Saturday Mornings with a Bold New Animated Style
Inspired by iconic Saturday morning cartoons like Scooby-Doo, Masters of the Universe, and The Real Ghostbusters, showrunner Eric Robles crafted Tales From ’85 with nostalgic energy.
Still, the show’s visuals are anything but dated, featuring a bold, cinematic animation style akin to Arcane and Across the Spider-Verse, infused with spooky Goosebumps-style vibes.
Meybis Ruiz Cruz is behind the show’s character designs, and Carlos Huante unleashes the horror with creatures like a ferocious snow shark and creepy zombie pumpkins.
The Creative Minds You Already Know and Love
Behind the animated spinoff are familiar faces: the Duffer Brothers executive produce through Upside Down Pictures, joined by Shawn Levy and Dan Cohen from 21 Laps, along with Hilary Leavitt and Eric Robles of Flying Bark Productions.
Release window
Netflix has locked in a 2026 window for Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, though the precise release date is still unknown.
As Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 brews, fans can prepare for the epic conclusion of the original series. The final season will roll out in three parts, starting November 26, continuing on Christmas, and wrapping up with the series finale on New Year’s Eve.
FAQs
Q1. What is Stranger Things: Tales From ’85?
Ans: Set between the second and third seasons of Stranger Things, the new animated spinoff offers a fresh perspective on the Hawkins saga.
Q2. Will any characters from the main Stranger Things cast show up in Tales From ’85?
Ans: Yes, Tales From ’85 brings back familiar faces and introduces Nikki, a rebellious new character with a mohawk who joins the original crew on their next paranormal mission.
Q3. When will Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 release?
Ans: Netflix is keeping the exact release date quiet for now, but the show is on track for a 2026 premiere
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