There’s nothing strange about this move:Stranger Thingshas been renewed for season 4.
On Monday, Netflix announced in a press release that the hit sci-fi horror series — which has become one of the streaming service’s most-watched shows — is returning for another season.
“The Duffer Brothers have captivated viewers around the world withStranger Thingsand we’re thrilled to expand our relationship with them to bring their vivid imaginations to other film and series projects our members will love,” said Ted Sarandos, Netflix’s chief content officer. “We can’t wait to see what The Duffer Brothers have in store when they step outside the world of The Upside Down.”
“We are absolutely thrilled to continue our relationship with Netflix,” said creators Matt and Ross Duffer. “Ted Sarandos, Cindy Holland, Brian Wright, and Matt Thunell took a huge chance on us and our show — and forever changed our lives. From our first pitch meeting to the release ofStranger Things3, the entire team at Netflix has been nothing short of sensational, providing us with the kind of support, guidance, and creative freedom we always dreamed about. We can’t wait to tell many more stories together — beginning, of course, with a return trip to Hawkins!”
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The show’s official Twitter account also posted a new teaser featuring the traditionalStranger Thingsintro, now with the number 4 — which slowly transitions into the Upside Down. Ominous music plays as text appears, teasing “We’re not in Hawkins anymore.”
After the season 3 finale ended with Hopper’s apparent death, Harbour, 44, revealed whether fans canexpect his returnfor the next season.
“I’m very happy doing the show and I think there’s a rich tapestry to draw on from all the characters,” he told PEOPLE at theStranger Thingsjunket in Los Angeles in July.”“I wish the best for the show no matter what. And in terms of my involvement, I love the show, but we’ll have to see what happens moving forward. I don’t really know. The Duffers, I do believe, have a plan, but we’ll have to see what they have in mind.”
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Since season 1, fans and critics alike have praised the Duffer brothers’ series, with PEOPLE’sTom Gliattocalling the third season, “a very satisfying season — better thanStranger Things 2— with a long, roaring climax that’s both funny and moving.”
After season 3 began streaming in July, Netflix revealed that 40.7 million member accounts had tuned in over four days to watch a portion of the show since it was released. The show’s Fourth of July global debut now boasts thebiggest viewership numberfor a Netflix original series or film in its first days.
The streaming service also revealed that 18.2 million member households finished all eight episodes of the season within the first four days of streaming.
A premiere date for season 4 ofStranger Thingshas not yet been announced.
source: people.com
