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Live-action 'Stranger Things' Spinoff Will Be Totally Different Than You Think
Finn Wolfhard reveals intriguing details about the upcoming spinoff series inspired by classic 90s cinema.
Netflix recently announced the premiere date for the fifth and final season of Stranger Things. This concluding series will be released in three parts, culminating in a grand and epic finale.
However, this does not spell the definitive end of the Stranger Things franchise. A few years ago, it was revealed that a live-action spinoff is in development. According to co-creator Matt Duffer, this series is "different from what anyone expects, even Netflix itself," as he indicated in 2022.
Now, Finn Wolfhard, known as Mike Wheeler in the original series, has shared new information about this yet-to-be-announced spinoff.
In an interview with Variety, Wolfhard states that it will be an anthology series. While Stranger Things seasons pay homage to iconic 80s films and series, the spinoff draws its inspiration from an influential work from the early 90s.
"It feels reminiscent of David Lynch's Twin Peaks," Wolfhard shares. "A kind of anthology with various styles and tones, but within the same universe. It will probably be set in different locations, all connected by the mythology of the Upside Down."
According to Wolfhard, it is unlikely that characters from the original series will return. The project is still in the early stages, and no official plans have been confirmed yet.
"There is no talk of Hawkins. No references to our characters," he explains. "They're toying with ideas in case Netflix is interested, which it likely is. But nothing is concrete yet. My favorite angle would be: if there was a lab in Hawkins, then there must also be one in Russia. Where else could there be?"
The fifth season of Stranger Things kicks off on November 26 on Netflix.
However, this does not spell the definitive end of the Stranger Things franchise. A few years ago, it was revealed that a live-action spinoff is in development. According to co-creator Matt Duffer, this series is "different from what anyone expects, even Netflix itself," as he indicated in 2022.
New Reveal By Finn Wolfhard
Now, Finn Wolfhard, known as Mike Wheeler in the original series, has shared new information about this yet-to-be-announced spinoff.
In an interview with Variety, Wolfhard states that it will be an anthology series. While Stranger Things seasons pay homage to iconic 80s films and series, the spinoff draws its inspiration from an influential work from the early 90s.
Inspiration From Twin Peaks
"It feels reminiscent of David Lynch's Twin Peaks," Wolfhard shares. "A kind of anthology with various styles and tones, but within the same universe. It will probably be set in different locations, all connected by the mythology of the Upside Down."
According to Wolfhard, it is unlikely that characters from the original series will return. The project is still in the early stages, and no official plans have been confirmed yet.
No Hawkins, But New Locations
"There is no talk of Hawkins. No references to our characters," he explains. "They're toying with ideas in case Netflix is interested, which it likely is. But nothing is concrete yet. My favorite angle would be: if there was a lab in Hawkins, then there must also be one in Russia. Where else could there be?"
The fifth season of Stranger Things kicks off on November 26 on Netflix.
