Stranger Things (2016)

Synopsis

When a young boy vanishes, a small town uncovers a mystery involving secret experiments, terrifying supernatural forces, and one strange little girl.

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Where to watch

Stream

• Netflix
• Netflix Standard with Ads

Streaming availability via JustWatch

Cast

• Winona Ryder as Joyce Byers
• David Harbour as Jim Hopper
• Millie Bobby Brown as Eleven / Jane Hopper
• Finn Wolfhard as Mike Wheeler
• Gaten Matarazzo as Dustin Henderson
• Caleb McLaughlin as Lucas Sinclair
• Natalia Dyer as Nancy Wheeler
• Charlie Heaton as Jonathan Byers
• Joe Keery as Steve Harrington
• Noah Schnapp as Will Byers

If you liked Stranger Things, try

• The Walking Dead
• FROM
• Star Trek
• Buffy the Vampire Slayer
• Fringe
• Perfect World
• True Blood
• The Strain

BingeNext's take

If you’re into shows that mix mystery, supernatural thrills, and a bit of 80s nostalgia, Stranger Things is a great pick. It starts with a young boy disappearing in a small town, which quickly leads to uncovering secret experiments and eerie forces beyond the ordinary. The cast, including Winona Ryder and Millie Bobby Brown, really brings the story to life with characters you’ll care about. With five seasons and 42 episodes, it’s perfect for a long binge that keeps you guessing and on edge without feeling overwhelming. Fans of shows like Buffy the Vampire Slayer or Fringe might find a familiar vibe here, blending adventure and sci-fi in a way that’s exciting but also heartfelt. Watching Stranger Things feels like stepping into a suspenseful, nostalgic world where friendship and courage matter as much as the mysteries themselves.