This animated spin-off, set in the winter of 1985 between seasons two and three of the original live-action series, features the familiar Hawkins kids—Eleven, Mike, Will, Lucas, Dustin, and Max—as they confront new monsters from the Upside Down and unravel a paranormal mystery. What is this "Stranger Things" animated film?

The animated spin-off that delves deeper into the mysteries of Hawkins, Indiana, between the second and third seasons of the beloved live-action series is titled Stranger Things (Review): Tales from '85. This upcoming animated show takes viewers back to the winter of 1985, offering a unique perspective on the adventures of the familiar group of friends.

In this animated iteration, the core group of Hawkins kids—Eleven, Mike, Will, Lucas, Dustin, and Max—are once again at the forefront of the action, facing new threats from the Upside Down. The series aims to unravel a fresh paranormal mystery that terrorizes their town, expanding on the established lore and giving fans more insight into the period between major events of the main series.

Executive produced by Stranger Things creators Matt and Ross Duffer, alongside showrunner Eric Robles, Stranger Things: Tales from '85 is designed to capture the nostalgic feel of 1980s Saturday-morning cartoons. This 10-episode series provides a new lens through which to experience the world of Stranger Things, delivering new monsters and plotlines while maintaining the essence of the original show's youthful adventures and underlying dangers. It's a chance to revisit the characters in their younger days, before some of the later significant events of the live-action story unfolded.