Netflix has unveiled the first look at a chilling new horror series titled Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen, which comes from the executive producers of the massively popular Stranger Things and the director of the acclaimed series Baby Reindeer. This marks a significant new venture for the streaming giant, blending proven creative talent with fresh storytelling.
A Sinister Premise for a Wedding Week
The series follows a bride and groom during the tense week leading up to their wedding, which is ominously described as ill-fated. All eight episodes of this suspenseful narrative will be available for streaming on Netflix starting 26 March, offering a complete binge-worthy experience for horror enthusiasts.
Creative Minds Behind the Scenes
The show was created by screenwriter Haley Z. Boston, who pitched her compelling idea to Stranger Things creators Matt and Ross Duffer. The Duffer Brothers, known for their groundbreaking work, expressed immense enthusiasm for Boston's vision.
In a statement to The Independent, they said, "We were knocked flat when we first read Haley's script. She is a major new talent with a singular voice — her writing is twisted, terrifying, funny, and just … very Haley. We feel so lucky to be producing her first show, and we can't wait to share her vision with the rest of the world."
Directorial Talent and Star-Studded Cast
The series boasts an impressive directorial team, including Weronika Tofilska (director of Baby Reindeer), Axelle Carolyn (known for The Midnight Club), and Lisa Brühlmann (director of Killing Eve). This diverse group of filmmakers promises a unique and gripping visual style.
Leading the cast are Camila Morrone (from Daisy Jones & The Six and The Night Manager) and Adam DiMarco (of The White Lotus and Overcompensating), who portray the central bride and groom. They are supported by a talented ensemble including Jennifer Jason Leigh, Ted Levine, and Gus Birney, adding depth and intensity to the narrative.
A New Chapter for Upside Down Pictures
This series represents the first non-Stranger Things production to be released by the Duffer Brothers' company, Upside Down Pictures. It signals a strategic expansion for the production house, which is also preparing another science-fiction show titled The Boroughs, starring Geena Davis and Bill Pullman, scheduled for release later this year.
Legacy of Stranger Things
The Duffer Brothers previously achieved monumental success with Stranger Things, one of Netflix's most-watched series, which concluded on New Year's Day. The finale saw the heroes from Hawkins, Indiana, defeat the villain Vecna with the help of Eleven and Will Byers, culminating in a dramatic and ambiguous ending that left fans speculating about Eleven's fate.
Ross Duffer commented on the finale's open-ended nature, stating, "Our goal, our hope is to leave it up to the fans, ultimately, and the audience in terms of what they believe, just as we leave it up to our characters in that basement to decide what they believe or not."
Critical Reception and Future Prospects
In a review, The Independent's Nick Hilton awarded the series three stars, praising it as "Netflix's most important original IP" while noting its evolution from a brilliant coming-of-age saga to a more action-oriented adventure. This new horror series aims to build on that legacy while carving out its own identity in the streaming landscape.
With its blend of established horror tropes, innovative storytelling, and top-tier talent, Something Very Bad Is Going To Happen is poised to become a must-watch addition to Netflix's roster, offering thrills and chills just in time for a spring premiere.
