Netflix Announces Stranger Things Animated Series Set in 1985

Published on February 03, 2026 | Translated from Spanish
Promotional poster for the animated series Stranger Things: Tales From '85 showing the main characters with a visual style that blends 2D and 3D, evoking the aesthetic of 1980s cartoons.

Netflix Announces an Animated Stranger Things Series Set in 1985

The streaming platform Netflix is developing a new project within its successful franchise. It is Stranger Things: Tales From ’85, an animated production that will expand the Hawkins universe with a different format 🎬.

Plot and Setting of the New Adventure

The plot takes place during the winter of 1985, a period situated between the events of the second and third seasons of the original series. The group of friends, consisting of Eleven, Mike, Will, Lucas, Dustin, and Max, embarks on the investigation of an unknown supernatural phenomenon that once again threatens their town.

Key Production Details:
  • Official Title: Stranger Things: Tales From ’85.
  • Time Frame: Winter of 1985, between seasons.
  • Protagonists: The central group of young heroes.
  • Conflict: A paranormal mystery with never-before-seen creatures.
It seems that even in animated format, the residents of Hawkins won't be able to enjoy a peaceful Christmas without something strange happening.

Creative Team and Visual Style

To carry out this animated spin-off, Netflix collaborates with the studio Flying Bark Productions. Eric Robles takes on the role of showrunner, while the brothers Matt and Ross Duffer, creators of the saga, serve as executive producers. The visual aspect seeks to evoke nostalgia through a fusion of 2D and 3D animation, reminiscent of series from that decade.

Project Features:
  • Animation Studio: Flying Bark Productions.
  • Creative Leadership: Eric Robles as showrunner.
  • Supervision: The Duffer brothers as executive producers.
  • Aesthetic: Blend of 2D/3D techniques with a vintage 80s look.

Release Date and Final Aspects

The series premiere is planned for 2026 and will be Netflix exclusive. It will feature a different voice cast from the live-action series, whose names have not yet been made public. This format will allow exploring new stories in Hawkins without interfering with the main canon, adding layers of adventure to the already established universe 🎇.