Animated Spinoff Features Fresh Voices for Familiar Faces
Netflix's Stranger Things: Tales From '85 has launched, presenting the world of Hawkins with a brand-new vocal ensemble for its core characters. This animated spinoff, released on April 23, 2026, immerses viewers in 1985, featuring the original cast of youngsters and Sheriff Hopper grappling with emergent supernatural threats and an unfolding mystery.
The central group's vocal performances are handled by a slate of new talent. Brooklyn Davey Norstedt takes on the critically watched role of Eleven, while Braxton Quinney voices Dustin Henderson, and Luca Diaz embodies Mike Wheeler. Elisha 'EJ' Williams steps in as Lucas Sinclair, and Benjamin Plessala portrays Will Byers. Brett Gipson provides the voice for Jim Hopper, the town's sheriff and Eleven's adoptive father.
A new character, Nikki Baxter, introduced for this series, is voiced by Odessa A'zion. Her narrative arc reportedly involves forming a significant bond and friendship with a main character, described as a storyline that restores faith and necessitates growth and difficult choices. Other additions to the cast include Janeane Garofalo in an undisclosed role.
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The series is described as being produced in the style of classic Saturday morning cartoons and is set between the second and third seasons of the live-action Stranger Things. It aims to expand upon the established supernatural lore of the franchise. This animated venture marks Alessandra Antonelli's largest role to date. It is produced by Flying Bark Productions and is available on Netflix.
The decision to employ a completely new cast for Tales From '85 distinguishes it from the original live-action series, where the established actors are not reprising their roles. This animated spinoff arrives as the parent series nears its conclusion, offering a continuation of sorts for fans.
