'Other Worlds': What to expect from upcoming 'Stranger Things' prequel
What's the story
Netflix has ordered a new series titled Other Worlds: A Stranger Things Adventure. The announcement was made on Stranger Things Day, which commemorates the day Will Byers vanished in the original series. This marks the fourth project in the Stranger Things universe. It follows the immensely popular main series and other spin-offs, including Stranger Things: Tales from '85 and the stage show Stranger Things: First Shadow.
Plot details
What we know about the upcoming series
While specific plot details for Other Worlds are under wraps, it has been confirmed that the series will be a prequel set in the 1950s.
The Duffer brothers had previously hinted that this spin-off would explore events leading up to Henry Creel's exposure to an otherworldly substance that granted him powers.
A teaser video also revealed that the series will take place in 1955 in Marion, Nevada.
The project will release in 2028.
Production details
Meet the creative team behind 'Other Worlds'
The series will be shot in New Mexico, with Joe Wright directing the first three episodes.
The Duffer brothers and Kate Trefry, a writer on Stranger Things and The First Shadow, are co-creating Other Worlds. Trefry will also serve as the showrunner and executive producer.
Other executive producers include Shawn Levy of 21 Laps, Paul Dichter, Shelley Meals, Andrea Sperling, and Pavlina Hatoupis.
Statement
Here's what the creators said
The Duffer brothers expressed their excitement for Other Worlds, saying, "It's Stranger Things, but also thrillingly fresh, with a new setting, new heroes and villains."
Trefry added that it was her "insane honor and privilege" to bring this new chapter of Stranger Things to life.
Jinny Howe, Netflix's Head of Scripted Series for the US & Canada, said they were honored to partner with the Duffers and Trefry on this "new dimension of the universe."