Stranger Things is a love letter to 1980s nerd and pop culture. The Duffer Brothers cite many films, shows, and video games that influenced them as writers. The series is a dark fantasy sci-fi about a ragtag group of heroes, which was a popular concept in the '80s.
10 Best '80s References in Stranger Things
Stranger Things has featured a huge amount of nods to the 80s. But Freddy Krueger and Kate Bush serve as only a taste of its many references.
