The suburban mystery is returning, this time for a longer stay. Peacock’s new series The ‘Burbs, a fresh adaptation of the 1989 cult film, will premiere all eight episodes on Sunday, February 8, 2026. The show, starring and executive produced by Keke Palmer, updates the story of neighborhood paranoia for a modern audience, blending comedy with dark secrets.
What Is The New ‘Burbs Series About?
Inspired by the original Tom Hanks film, the series moves the action to present-day suburbia. The story follows a young couple, Samira (Keke Palmer) and Rob (Jack Whitehall), who have reluctantly moved into Rob’s childhood home. They expect a quiet life, but their world is shaken when a mysterious new neighbor moves in across the street.
This event acts as a catalyst, bringing long-hidden secrets of the cul-de-sac to the surface and introducing new dangers that break the illusion of their peaceful neighborhood. The official description calls the series a “comedic mystery/thriller” that unfolds across the lawns of seemingly perfect suburbia.
Who Stars in the Series?
The series features a mix of established stars and celebrated comedic actors.
- Keke Palmer leads the cast as Samira. In addition to starring, Palmer also serves as an executive producer on the series.
- Jack Whitehall plays her husband, Rob, who brings the couple back to his old neighborhood.
They are joined by their quirky neighbors in the fictional Hinkley Hills, including:
- Julia Duffy (Newhart) as Lynn
- Paula Pell (Girls5eva) as Dana
- Mark Proksch (What We Do in the Shadows) as Tod
- Kapil Talwalkar (Night Court) as Naveen
The cast also expands with several actors in recurring roles, including Haley Joel Osment, RJ Cyler, Justin Kirk, Max Carver, and Erica Dasher.
Who Is Making the Series?
The project brings together a powerful team from both the original film and new creative voices.
- Celeste Hughey (Palm Royale) is the creator, writer, and an executive producer.
- Keke Palmer, Seth MacFarlane, and Brian Grazer are among the key executive producers. Grazer’s company, Imagine Entertainment, also produced the 1989 film.
- Dana Olsen, who wrote the original movie’s screenplay, is involved as a co-executive producer.
- Nzingha Stewart (Daisy Jones and the Six) is the executive producer and director for the series.
The series is a production of Universal Content Productions (UCP), with Fuzzy Door and Imagine Entertainment. Notably, the show films at the Universal Studios backlot in Los Angeles—the same location used for the original movie.
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When and Where to Watch
The ‘Burbs will be available exclusively on the Peacock streaming service. All eight episodes of the first season will be released at once for binge-watching starting on Sunday, February 8, 2026. A teaser trailer has already been released, giving fans a first look at the show’s mix of humor and creeping suspense.
The original 1989 film, directed by Joe Dante and starring Tom Hanks, Carrie Fisher, and Bruce Dern, was a modest box-office success that later gained a strong cult following. This new series aims to tap into that legacy while telling a new, extended story for today’s viewers.
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