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Retirees Battle Monsters in New Duffer Bros. Series
25 Feb
Summary
- A new horror series, "The Boroughs," features a retirement community.
- Elderly protagonists must confront supernatural dangers and dark secrets.
- The show aims for intergenerational viewing with its senior cast.
A new Duffer Brothers-produced horror series, "The Boroughs," is slated for release on May 21. Created by Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews, the show centers on a retirement community that is thrust into danger. The plot is set in motion when a new resident experiences a horrifying encounter, uncovering unsettling secrets within the community.
Addiss and Matthews, known for their work on "The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance," described the series as a blend of their childhood passions: monsters and retirement planning. The series features a prominent cast, including Alfred Molina and Geena Davis, and is envisioned as an adventure for "unlikely heroes."
The creators aimed to craft a show that teenagers could enjoy with their parents and grandparents. The Duffer Brothers praised the concept, noting that it treats its aging characters with respect, focusing on their real challenges alongside supernatural ones, fulfilling a long-held desire for a "Cocoon"-like film with modern sensibilities.
