19 ’80s Movie references in Stranger Things you probably didn't notice

Movie references in Stranger Things
Movie references in Stranger Things

19. Day of the Dead (1985)

Starcourt Mall Theater in Stranger Things S03 E01 | Image via Netflix
Starcourt Mall Theater in Stranger Things S03 E01 | Image via Netflix

In Stranger Things Season 3, Episode 1, the characters go to the “Starcourt Mall Theater” to watch Day of the Dead. This 1985 horror movie is about zombies, and its themes connect to the season’s story. The show’s battle at the mall, where monsters attack, feels similar to the movie’s zombie outbreak. The scene helps viewers know the season is set in 1985. Instead of just a reference, it blends into the story naturally.

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Edited by Sangeeta Mathew