Stranger Things' Queer Themes: Chosen Family, Community and Shame

Stranger Things has been immensely popular ever since its debut in 2015, and its themes have especially resonated with queer audiences. Sci-fi and fantasy have long had a deep and meaningful impact on their viewers that identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community. As genres that involve imagined worlds, they give both creators and viewers the freedom to take a deeper look at the issues impacting our society. Stranger Things is no exception. And a big reason that the show has resonated so strongly with members of the LGBTQ+ community is because there are many underlying queer elements at play within the show.

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CHAPTERS
00:00 The surprising queer themes of Stranger Things
01:51 Found family in the show & queer community
04:59 Shame & identity
08:21 Creating systems of care

CREDITS
Executive Producers: Debra Minoff & Susannah McCullough
Chief Creative Director: Susannah McCullough
Associate Producer: Tyler Allen
Writer: Mariette Dorobis
Narrator: Charly Bivona
Video Editor: Carson Bradley

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