What Year Does Season 1 Of Stranger Things

Hey there, fellow '80s nostalgia junkie! You know what's been on my mind lately? That totally rad show, Stranger Things, and when it all kicked off. So, let's dive into the wayback machine and talk about the year Season 1 of this epic series was set in. Grab your Eggo waffles, we're going on a trip!

Welcome to 1983, Dude!

Alright, so Season 1 of Stranger Things is set in the small, mysterious town of Hawkins, Indiana, in the year 1983. Now, I know what you're thinking, "1983? Wasn't that, like, a million years ago?" Well, not quite, but almost! 😂

So, what was happening in the world while our favorite gang of friends was dealing with that pesky Demogorgon? Well, let me tell you, it was a pretty rad time to be alive. We had the Berlin Wall still standing, Ronald Reagan was in the White House, and the Cold War was in full swing. But hey, who needs world peace when you've got the first-ever cell phones and the original Star Wars trilogy to keep you company?

Pop Culture Goldmine

Now, if you're a child of the '80s like me, you'll know that 1983 was a total pop culture goldmine. We had Return of the Jedi hitting the big screens, Michael Jackson's Thriller album was blowing everyone's minds, and even the first Super Mario Bros. game was released in Japan. Talk about a blast from the past, huh?

And let's not forget the fashion! Oh, the fashion! Shoulder pads, leg warmers, and Members Only jackets were all the rage. I mean, if you didn't have a side ponytail and a pair of high-top sneakers, were you even alive in the '80s?

But What About Hawkins?

While all that was happening in the real world, Hawkins was dealing with its own brand of weirdness. The town was dealing with some seriously strange stuff, from secret government experiments to mysterious monsters and missing kids. It's like they say, "When it rains, it pours," right? 🌧️💨

Clock Sounds In Stranger Things Season 1 at Joan Dudley blog

But hey, despite all the spooky stuff going on, Hawkins had its fair share of '80s charm. I mean, who wouldn't want to hang out at the Wheeler's house, playing Dungeons & Dragons and eating endless amounts of Eggo waffles? Sign me up!

So, Why 1983?

You might be wondering, "Why did the Duffer Brothers choose 1983 for Stranger Things?" Well, according to them, it was all about capturing that nostalgic feeling of growing up in the '80s. You know, that sense of wonder and adventure that we all had as kids, before the world got too big and too scary.

Plus, let's face it, the '80s were just plain awesome. I mean, who wouldn't want to live in a world where you could ride your bike all day, eat as much sugar as you wanted, and still have enough energy to fight off inter-dimensional monsters?

Stranger Things: Season 1 Review - IGN

So, Let's Wrap This Up

Alright, folks, that's the lowdown on the year Season 1 of Stranger Things was set in. 1983 was a wild ride, both in the real world and in the creepy, upside-down town of Hawkins. But hey, no matter what year it is, there's always room for a little nostalgia, a few friends by your side, and a whole lot of adventure.

So, the next time you're binge-watching Stranger Things, remember to tip your hat to the totally tubular year that started it all. And who knows? Maybe you'll even find yourself craving a plate of Eggo waffles. 😉

Until next time, stay weird, stay awesome, and remember: friends don't lie. 😎🤘