Peacock has set a February 8, 2026, premiere date for all eight episodes of 'The 'Burbs,' the mystery comedy series starring Keke Palmer. The show, an adaptation of the 1989 cult classic film, follows a young couple whose suburban life is disrupted by a mysterious new neighbor. A first teaser trailer was released alongside the announcement.
Release Details
The streamer revealed on December 4, 2025, that the full first season of 'The 'Burbs' will drop simultaneously on Peacock on Sunday, February 8, 2026. This straight-to-series order came in September 2024, marking a modern take on the Joe Dante-directed 1989 film produced by Universal Pictures.
Plot and Cast
The series centers on a young couple, played by Keke Palmer and Jack Whitehall, who move into the husband's childhood home in a seemingly idyllic suburb. Their peace is shattered when a new neighbor arrives, uncovering dark secrets and deadly threats in the cul-de-sac. Supporting the leads are Julia Duffy, Paula Pell, Mark Proksch, and Kapil Talwalkar.
Production Team
Celeste Hughey created, wrote, and executive produces the show, with Rachel Shukert also writing and executive producing. Palmer serves as an executive producer in addition to starring. Other executive producers include Seth MacFarlane, Erica Huggins, and Aimee Carlson via Fuzzy Door; Brian Grazer, Kristen Zolner, and Natalie Berkus for Imagine Entertainment; and director Nzingha Stewart. Dana Olsen, who wrote the original film, co-executive produces. The series is produced by UCP.
Background on the Original Film
The 1989 movie starred Tom Hanks, Carrie Fisher, Bruce Dern, Rick Ducommun, and Corey Feldman, following suburban residents suspecting their new neighbors of dark rituals. It grossed over $49 million against an $18 million budget and has since become a cult favorite.