Keke Palmer is back in the spotlight with her latest project, a comic horror series titled The ‘Burbs, which is inspired by the 1989 cult classic film featuring Tom Hanks and Carrie Fisher. The series sees Palmer team up with Jack Whitehall, portraying a young couple, Samira and Rob, who make the move from city life to the suburbs with their baby. They settle into Rob’s parents’ old house in Hinckley Hills, a place boasting the dubious title of “the safest town in America.” However, things take a spooky turn as Samira begins to suspect that a seemingly abandoned house in the neighborhood may be hiding dark secrets. Episode one promises a nod to the original film with a brief Easter Egg tribute to Hanks, while Julia Duffy, Mark Proksch, and Paula Pell join the cast as intriguing neighbors. The highly anticipated series will premiere on February 8 on Peacock in the United States.
In another exciting release, Lisa McGee, the creator of the acclaimed series Derry Girls, unveils her new comic thriller, How to Get to Heaven from Belfast. This fresh narrative centers around three lifelong friends who receive the shocking news of an estranged friend’s death through an unexpected email. Upon attending her wake, they are startled to find that the body does not belong to her, igniting a wild investigation into what really happened. McGee describes the show as a blend of mystery and comedy, enriched by themes of female friendship, similar to her previous work. The series stars Sinéad Keenan, Roisin Gallagher, and Caoilfhonn Dunne, and while a mystery unfolds, McGee’s signature sharp comedic style shines through. How to Get to Heaven from Belfast premieres on February 12 on Netflix internationally.
Both series promise viewers a captivating mix of humor, suspense, and camaraderie, highlighting the versatility of their creators and actors in bringing unique stories to life.