Ahead of Stranger Things 5, Duffer Brothers' new show Something Very Bad is Going to Happen gets exciting updates

"Stranger Things: The First Shadow" - Press Night - After Party - Source: Getty
"Stranger Things: The First Shadow" - Press Night - After Party - Source: Getty

The Duffer Brothers, the guys behind the popular Stranger Things series, are set to further their creative endeavors with the new Netflix horror series Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen. This will come when the fans are eagerly waiting for Stranger Things's highly anticipated fifth season, which will reportedly be released in 2025.

In this new take, the show was described as an atmospheric, psychological horror set about a bride and groom in the week leading to their wedding date, giving the foreboding dark and twisted take. According to reports, the Duffer Brothers were impressed by the script from showrunner Haley Z. Boston, an exciting new chapter for the duo after nearly a decade of storytelling in Hawkins.


Stranger Things Season 5 overview

Stranger Things has captivated audiences since its debut in 2016, blending elements of horror, science fiction, and nostalgia. The final season is expected to be climactic and conclude the series, as well as drastically change the storylines related to Vecna, who became the main antagonist in season 4.

It has been reported that the final season will be set strictly in Hawkins and comprise eight episodes exceeding ten hours altogether. The Duffer Brothers have confirmed that Max, a key character played by Sadie Sink, remains alive but is in a coma following her injuries from Vecna's attacks.

Production for season 5 wrapped up in December 2024, but fans may have to wait until late summer or fall of 2025 for its release due to extensive post-production needs. Netflix has released episode titles like The Crawl and The Rightside Up, which seem to have thematic connections to previous seasons and hint at the resolution of ongoing story arcs.

As the anticipation builds, fans are eager to see how the Duffer Brothers will tie up loose ends and deliver a satisfying conclusion.


Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen

In tandem with the conclusion of Stranger Things, the Duffer Brothers will be exploring new territory in Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen. The series will be produced through their company, Upside Down Pictures, and is an original concept by Haley Z. Boston.

The plot revolves around a couple during the week leading up to their wedding, thus creating a backdrop for psychological horror elements that promise suspense and intrigue. The mood of Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen is expected to be atmospheric and psychological.

The Duffer Brothers were thrilled by Boston's script for Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen and appreciated her "voice", as well as the ability to infuse humor into horror. This will be the first project for the team that will look for other options and yet at the same time remain within Netflix.


Future projects and implications

As Stranger Things reaches its endgame, news regarding upcoming projects by the Duffer Brothers is making the rounds. Besides Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen, they are also working on other projects, including a sci-fi series titled The Boroughs and a new adaptation of Death Note.

There are rumors surrounding the possible spin-offs from Stranger Things, though little information has been available so far. The transition from Stranger Things to new projects raises questions about how the Duffer Brothers' signature style will evolve.

Fans have expressed interest in seeing familiar cast members from Stranger Things in future endeavors, potentially linking their previous work with new narratives. The Duffer Brothers have established themselves as key figures in contemporary horror and fantasy storytelling, making their upcoming projects highly anticipated within the entertainment community.


In summary, as we await the end of Stranger Things, anticipation is building over the Duffer Brothers' new series Something Very Bad Is Going to Happen. With great stories on both sides- one ending an iconic saga and the other beginning a new horror the Duffer Brothers are not losing their audience's interest.

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