For several years I've researched various TV shows and movies to see if they're worth watching and for the most part I agree with the IMDb rating. Anything over a 9 is usually binge-worthy. Shows like The Sopranos, Breaking Bad, Dexter, Six Feet Under, etc live up to their ratings here but Stranger Things in the same category? I found it entertaining but the production, cinematography and sound track are just okay.

I agree with those who have pointed out the similarities with ET, Poltergeist, Carrie. I watched the whole first season of Stranger Things and while it's better than most everything regular TV networks release these days I gotta say the rating is "just a bit outside."