Stranger Things is an American streaming television series created for Netflix by the Duffer Brothers, which features an ensemble cast.

The Hawkins National Laboratory ostensibly performs scientific research for the United States Department of Energy, but secretly conducts experiments on the paranormal and supernatural, frequently employing human subjects.

[6] The series has received critical acclaim[7] and numerous accolades for its writing, acting, directing, production values, visual effects, and soundtrack.

It was also selected by the American Film Institute as one of its top 10 television programs of the year for the series' first two seasons.

Brown, David Harbour, and Winona Ryder have received individual Screen Actors Guild Award nominations for their performances in the series.