Honestly, I've never been a fan of science fiction, so I didn't think I was going to like it as much as everyone else does. But I'm pleasantly surprised. I mean, it's not the greatest show I've ever seen, but I watched the first season over two days and I can't wait for more. One of the best things about Stranger Things is the acting. I'm always impressed when kids can act because I know when I was a kid I would've been so over the top and dramatic, but for the most part these kids are total naturals, specifically Millie Brown and Gaten Matarazzo. They were better than some of the adults. The kids reminded me of a blend of The Goonies, Stand By Me, and Freaks & Geeks, which I really loved because it was great to see characters like that again and it just felt right for the story. My one complaint however was the swearing, especially in front of parents. I'm not sure why the media always has young kids swearing but that is so unrealistic to me. I never knew any kids that swore when I was that age. I'm not offended by swearing, it's just that it was a bit distracting because it felt like they were trying too hard. The relationship between the actors felt so real; you really believed they had grown up together and were the best of friends. There were only a couple actors that I felt shouldn't have been cast, but for the most part the cast was perfect. I couldn't believe how few roles so many of them have had, and yet they were so believable. From the very first episode you are completely hooked. The intro is so short and simple yet it's perfect. The music and graphics go so well together. It's not an opening credits that you feel like skipping. There was one scene when my jaw dropped and I knew instantly there was going to be so much to uncover. I loved the story lines and the nostalgic feeling I had when watching Stranger Things. A time before Internet and cell phones, when kids used their imagination and went on adventures. I grew up in the nineties and it's rare to find a show these days that doesn't rely heavily on being current. I was glad that there was hardly any sex in this show (I'm sounding like a complete prude, I know) because I think that will give it a chance for teens to watch it with their parents without it being awkward or too mature for younger viewers. This is the type of show we need right now. Just a good, suspenseful, mysterious drama to indulge in. It's the perfect blend of scifi and drama and I can't wait to find out what happens next season.