Mr. Kesslers claim is completely meritless.
He had no connection to the creation or development ofStranger Things.
The Duffer Brothers have neither seen Mr. Kesslers short film nor discussed any project with him.

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This is just an attempt to profit from other peoples creativity and hard work.
Then the Duffers soldStranger Thingsto Netflix in 2015under theMontauktitle.
Kessler is demanding both monetary damages and a jury trial.
Meanwhile, the Duffer Brothers are currently working onStranger Thingsseason three, which is likely to premiere in 2019.