Followers of traditional comedy-horror movies have loads to sit up for in 2026, as a contemporary tackle the beloved 1989 movie The ‘Burbs is about to hit streaming screens. A newly launched trailer presents a glimpse into the upcoming collection, promising to mix fashionable suburban suspense with the humor that made the unique a cult favourite. Directed by Joe Dante, The ‘Burbs stars Tom Hanks as Ray Peterson, a suburbanite who turns into more and more suspicious of his odd new neighbors. The movie additionally options Bruce Dern as Mark Rumsfeld, Carrie Fisher as Carol Peterson, and Corey Feldman as Ricky Butler. The story unfolds as Ray, satisfied that one thing sinister is occurring behind the quiet suburban façade, begins to research, resulting in humorous and suspenseful conditions. The movie’s mix of comedy, thriller, and suburban satire has stored it a cult favourite for many years. Accessible for lease or buy on streaming platforms like Prime Video and Apple TV, The ‘Burbs stays a nostalgic favourite amongst followers of 80s cinema.
In September 2024, it was introduced that The ‘Burbs is being revived as a tv collection for Peacock, bringing the story into the trendy period. The present is created by Celeste Hughey and is about to premiere subsequent month, on Sunday, February 8, 2026. This new adaptation guarantees to discover up to date suburban life with a contemporary perspective, whereas sustaining the thriller and humor that outlined the unique.
The official synopsis states that the collection “follows a younger couple who’ve reluctantly relocated to the husband’s childhood dwelling. Their world is upended when a brand new neighbor strikes in throughout the road, bringing previous secrets and techniques of the cul-de-sac to mild, and new lethal threats shatter the phantasm of their quiet little neighborhood.” Set in at present’s suburbia, the collection goals to mix suspense, comedy, and thriller components right into a compelling new narrative.
The collection boasts a powerful forged and inventive staff, together with Keke Palmer, who additionally serves as an government producer. Palmer’s involvement provides star energy and a up to date edge to the challenge. The forged additionally options Jack Whitehall, Julia Duffy, Paula Pell, Mark Proksch, and Kapil Talwalkar.
Rachel Shukert writes and serves as an government producer, with different notable government producers together with Seth MacFarlane, Erica Huggins, and Aimee Carlson for Fuzzy Door; Brian Grazer, Kristen Zolner, and Natalie Berkus for Think about Leisure; and Nzingha Stewart, who additionally directs the collection. Dana Olse is credited as a co-executive producer.
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