Stranger Things Creators Defend Extended Gaps Between Seasons: Annual TV Has “Diminishing Return”

In an interview with *Variety*, the Duffer brothers explained their preference for releasing seasons less frequently. Matt Duffer noted that yearly releases can lead to diminishing returns and that he prefers to create anticipation. As they begin a new collaboration with Paramount, they plan to produce limited-run series – often eight to ten episodes – with longer gaps between seasons, creating more of an ‘event’ feel.




