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Long intervals between seasons have adverse effects on both fans and actors. When years pass between installments, audiences often forget plot details, and actors who were once children have grown significantly, sometimes making it difficult to continue narratively. For Stranger Things, the gap has meant that actors appear quite different from their younger selves, sometimes undermining suspension of disbelief.
The participants share a nostalgia for the older, more straightforward TV models, reminiscing about shows like Firefly and Serenity that relied on self-contained episodes, compelling cliffhangers, and regular community engagement. These formats fostered a sense of anticipation and shared experience that many feel has been lost in today's binge-friendly landscape.