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‘Stranger Things’ Monster Netflix Ratings Might Be Revealed
Netflix may never fully quantify its viewership for different series, but it’s a fair bet that Stranger Things marks one of their biggest successes. So much so, in fact, that Nielsen ratings have produced data claiming that Season 2 earned upwards of fifteen million views for its premiere, and impressive numbers for all nine episodes.
‘Stranger Things 2’ Cut Epilogue Scenes That Set Up Season 3
We were perfectly content with Stranger Things 2 leaving Eleven and co. on a happy Snow Ball, save one looming shot of the threat to come. The second season finale almost went much further, however, before creators vetoed several epilogues for Season 3.
‘Stranger Things’ Bosses Admit THAT Eleven Episode Didn’t Really Work
Most would agree that Stranger Things managed to recapture old magic in Season 2, though at least one outlying episode divided fans. Now, even the Duffer brothers admit that Eleven’s excellent adventure was “kind of a crazy thing to do,” but one they needed to make the finale work.
‘Stranger Things’ Season 2 Will Launch Netflix’s First After-Show
After-show specials for today’s biggest TV are pretty old-hat by now, but it’s another matter when Netflix attempts one with its all-at-once binge model. As such, Stranger Things will go Beyond with Netflix’s first stab at a post-binge talk show, launching alongside the new season.
Robert Guillaume, Star of ‘Benson,’ Dies at 89
One of TV’s most beloved and versatile stars has sadly passed away. Emmy-winner and Tony-nominee Robert Guillaume, star of everything from Benson to The Lion King, has died of prostate cancer complications at the age of 89.
Nickelodeon ‘The Loud House’ Creator Fired Over Sexual Harassment
Another instance of sexual harassment in the entertainment industry is getting the attention it deserves. Nickelodeon has officially parted ways with The Loud House creator Chris Savino after multiple allegations of sexual harassment over the last decade.
The ‘Stranger Things’ Kids Begged Netflix to Let Them Curse in Season 2
The cast of Stranger Things dealt with plenty of adult situations in Season 1, but little that would earn an R-rating. Season 2 may be a different beast, as the Duffers reveal its pint-sized stars are “much more foulmouthed” this time around, and even petitioned Netflix to keep it that way.
Is ‘Star Trek: Discovery’ Hiding a Major Spoiler With a Fake Cast Member?
Star Trek: Discovery may have pulled a fast one, and we don’t mean using spore drive. A surprising theory now posits that a major spoiler is lurking among the series’ regular cast, for which CBS has gone to IMDb-forging lengths to conceal.
‘Gilmore Girls’ Was Netflix’s Fastest-Watched Original Series
The ever-evolving Netflix model makes it difficult to discern viewer data, let alone interpret what tidbits the company confirms. That said, Netflix has been studying “binge racers” who finish seasons within twenty-four hours of their debut, and you might be surprised by the highs and lows.
It’s Judgment Day in the Final ‘Stranger Things’ Season 2 Trailer
If you thought the Demogorgon was scary, just wait until the Shadow Monster invades Hawkins. Watch Will’s nightmares come to life and get turned to Eleven, as the final Stranger Things 2 trailer recruits a bit of help to fight off the end of the world.