# Sci-Fi Homage Posters New Promo Material for 'Stranger Things' Spoofs Classic 1980s Sci-Fi By Joey Haar | Published 2017-09-15 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1980s-scifi References: [dezeen](https://www.dezeen.com/2017/09/14/netflix-stranger-things-poster-designs-pay-tribute-1980s-supernatural-classic-films/) Stranger Things was a hit when its first season was released last year, and [Netflix](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-backpack-collection) is solidifying the show's niche as a love-letter to all things 80s with a series of posters that reference classic 1980s sci-fi films. The new set of posters insert some of [Stranger Things' main characters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-x-stranger-things) into the poster images from films like Alien, The Evil Dead, The Running Man , A Nightmare on Elm Street, Firestarter, and Stand By Me. [Stranger Things' first season](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/byers-house) had ample references to the sci-fi literature of the 1980s. Much was made of the title sequence, which clearly referenced the lurid graphic design of paperback horror from the time, and the plot revolving around a group of misfit kids is one of Stephen King's most common modus operandi. Expanding the referential material to include more of the 1980s sci-fi and horror content is only natural, then. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 84% | Activity: 85% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **80s Sci-fi Nostalgia:** Opportunity for brands to tap into the nostalgia of 80s sci-fi films and create innovative products or marketing campaigns. - **Retro Pop Culture References:** Potential for businesses to incorporate retro pop culture references into their products or advertising to appeal to a nostalgic consumer base. - **Cross-genre Homage:** Possibility for brands to combine different genres, such as sci-fi and horror, to create unique and engaging content. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for entertainment companies to create content that pays homage to classic 1980s sci-fi films, attracting fans of both the old and new. - **Fashion:** Opportunity for fashion brands to design clothing lines inspired by iconic 1980s sci-fi films, appealing to consumers seeking nostalgic fashion trends. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Possibility for marketing and advertising agencies to incorporate 80s sci-fi references into campaigns for brands, leveraging nostalgia to captivate audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Sci-Fi Backpack Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-backpack-collection.md) - [80s-Style Sci-Fi Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surfer-boy-pizzas.md) - [Retro Sci-Fi Cereal Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-cereals.md) - [Revived Retro Animations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-animated-series.md) - [Sci-Fi Fast Food Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-x-stranger-things.md) - [Throwback Walkie-Talkie Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-upside-down-capsules-series-3.md) - [Sci-Fi Show QSR Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcdonalds-x-stranger-things.md) - [Themed Sci-Fi Frozen Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/palermo-villa-stranger-things-pizza.md) - [Sci-Fi Show Pop-Up Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stranger-things-the-ultimate-popup-book.md)