Peacock has released the official trailer for its new mystery comedy series “The Burbs,” starring Keke Palmer and Jack Whitehall. All eight episodes of this modern reboot of the 1989 cult film will be available to stream on Sunday, February 8, 2026.
Official Release Schedule and Trailer Debut
The streaming platform debuted the first full trailer for the series on January 9, 2026, confirming its complete season drop on February 8. Unlike the original film, this version is structured as a binge-ready streaming series. The release will not be weekly; all episodes will launch simultaneously on Peacock.
Cast and Character Details
The series features Keke Palmer as Samira and Jack Whitehall as Rob, a couple who relocate to Rob’s childhood home. They are not playing the same characters portrayed by Tom Hanks and Carrie Fisher in the 1989 film, but are instead new characters in a modern interpretation of the story.
They are joined by a supporting cast of veteran comedic actors who portray their eccentric new neighbors:
- Julia Duffy (Lynn)
- Paula Pell (Dana)
- Mark Proksch (Tod).
- Justin Kirk plays Gary, the mysterious new tenant who moves into the supposedly haunted house across the street.
- The cast also includes Kapil Talwalkar (Naveen) and Kyrie McAlpin (Rory).
Plot Synopsis and Series Inspiration
The official synopsis describes the show’s premise:
A young couple who have reluctantly relocated to the husband’s childhood home. Their world is upended when a new neighbor moves in across the street, bringing old secrets of the cul-de-sac to light, and new deadly threats shatter the illusion of their quiet little neighborhood.
The series is set in present-day suburbia and is inspired by the 1989 Joe Dante film, which starred Tom Hanks and Carrie Fisher. It takes the core idea of suburban paranoia and darkness hidden beneath a manicured surface but builds a new story around it. In the trailer, Samira becomes intrigued by the house across the street, while Rob appears to know more about its history than he initially reveals.
Production Background and Creative Team
The series was created, written, and executive-produced by Celeste Hughey, whose previous work includes “Palm Royale” and “Dead to Me”. The show features a stacked list of executive producers, including Seth MacFarlane, Brian Grazer, and director Nzingha Stewart. Notably, Keke Palmer also serves as an executive producer on the project. Dana Olsen, who wrote the original 1989 film, is a co-executive producer for the series.
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Early Fan and Critical Reaction to the Trailer
The trailer’s release prompted immediate discussion among fans of the original film and general audiences. On entertainment forums, reactions were mixed. Some viewers expressed skepticism about revisiting a beloved classic. One commenter on a forum thread stated, “The original The Burbs was and still is awesome and funny. Meanwhile this here looks like a huge pile of garbage”. Another questioned the format change, writing, “Not only did it look unfunny but it’s a series instead of a movie”.
Others were more positive or curious, citing the strength of the cast. A different forum user noted, “Seems like the kind of thing my wife would go nuts for. She really loved Santa Clarita Diet on Netflix and this kind of has a similar vibe”. An entertainment critic from IndieWire highlighted the appeal of the lead, writing, “That, or Keke Palmer. She’s great! She deserves her own show!”. The casting of specific comedic actors like Mark Proksch and Paula Pell was also highlighted as a major draw for the series.
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