Nobody puts nanna in the corner in this retirement home adventure from the Stranger Things creators
The Boroughs is a supernatural adventure series featuring retirees who band together to confront various threats. Created by the minds behind Stranger Things, the show explores themes of aging and resilience. With a mix of humor and horror, it highlights the characters' emotional complexities and their fight against societal neglect.
- ▪The show features a group of retirees in an American retirement village facing supernatural threats.
- ▪Sam, a recently widowed character, navigates his new life while encountering strange occurrences.
- ▪The series emphasizes the emotional lives of its aging characters, avoiding clichés.
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