Celebrating 40 Years of “Eddie Munson’s Year” With The “Eddie’s Year” Blogathon

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Fans of Eddie Munson from Stranger Things would know 1986 is considered “Eddie’s year”. This is because 1986 is when Eddie had planned on graduating from Hawkins High School. As 2026 marks the 40th anniversary of “Eddie’s year”, I decided to commemorate the occasion by hosting The “Eddie’s Year” Blogathon! When I published my editorial last Halloween about Eddie Munson and Harris Trinsky (from Freaks and Geeks) being two sides of the same coin, I called both of them “two sparkling, shooting stars”. This is the reason why I’m announcing my new blogathon today, with February 8th, 2026 being the 40th anniversary of the last sighting of Halley’s Comet. While we’re on the subject of Halley’s Comet, you can write about this astronomical event if you’re interested in participating in The “Eddie’s Year” Blogathon. Or you can select any ideas from the following list:

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  • Eddie Munson and/or subjects related to him (music, Dungeons & Dragons, characters who didn’t get the opportunity to reach their full potential, etc.)
  • Events that took place in 1986 (such as the sighting of Halley’s Comet)
  • Projects from Joseph Quinn’s (the actor who portrayed Eddie Munson) filmography
  • Movies, tv show episodes, books, etc. that were released between 1966 and 1986 (those years represent Eddie’s lifespan that was featured on his headstone from Stranger Things’ fifth and final season)
  • Movies, tv show episodes, books, etc. from any year that debuted in March (bonus if the premiere date falls between March 21st to 27th, when the fourth season of Stranger Things takes place)
  • Books, movies, tv show episodes, etc. that either take place in Indiana or were filmed in Indiana (Eddie Munson is from Hawkins, Indiana)
  • How stories would be impacted if Eddie were included in the story (for example, would everyone know Eddie’s name if he showed up on an episode of Cheers?)
  • Eddie related merchandise, such as books
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If you’re joining The “Eddie’s Year” Blogathon and found an idea you’re interested in writing about, please read the event’s official rules.

  1. Please be respectful to the other participants and your chosen topic
  2. Only new entries will be accepted
  3. Because Eddie made his official debut in Stranger Things’ fourth season, participants can publish a maximum of four entries
  4. No more than two participants can write about the same topic
  5. Creativity and fun are encouraged
  6. Entries must be submitted between June 6th-9th
  7. If you plan on publishing your entry before or after the blogathon, please let me know as soon as possible
  8. Share your entry idea in the comment section below!
  9. Feature one of the four blogathon banners anywhere in your entry
The “Eddie’s Year” Blogathon banner created by me, Sally Silverscreen. Original image created by 21 Laps Entertainment, Monkey Massacre, Netflix, and Upside Down Pictures.

Participants of The “Eddie’s Year” Blogathon

— Sally from 18 Cinema Lane – 1986 “Best” and “Worst” reviews for my Comparing with the Critics series, book review of Stranger Things: Flight of Icarus by Caitlin Schneiderhan

— Ruth from Silver Screenings – Review of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off (1986)

— Gill from Realweegiemidget Reviews – Review of The Wraith (1986)

— Kristen from Hoofers and Honeys – Review of Love Before Breakfast (March 9, 1936)

— Chloe the MovieCritic from Movies Meet Their Match – Review of Labyrinth (1986)

— Virginie from The Wonderful World of Cinema – Review of True Stories (1986)

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14 thoughts on “Celebrating 40 Years of “Eddie Munson’s Year” With The “Eddie’s Year” Blogathon”

    1. Thanks, Kristen, for joining my blogathon! While I’m familiar with Carole Lombard as an actress, I have never heard of Love Before Breakfast. Looking forward to learning more about the film through your review! By the way, I added your name and selected title to the participant list.

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    1. Thank you, Virginie, for joining my blogathon! I’ve never heard of True Stories before, so I’m looking forward to learning more about the movie from your review! By the way, I added your name and selected title to the participant list.

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      1. I REALLY hesitated between this one and Something Wild which, weirdly enough, are both films featuring David Byrne’s music XD. Thanks for the add! 🙂 Btw, it’s weird but I didn’t receive any notification telling me you had answer my comment here and on the Kenneth Williams article as well. :O

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  5. Chloe the MovieCritic's avatar Chloe the MovieCritic

    I just watched the 1986 movie Labyrinth and it was a TRIP, so I’d like to write about it for this blogathon, please! I don’t know anything about Stranger Things, but I think this is a fun way to celebrate. ^_^

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    1. Thank you, Chloe, for joining my blogathon! I haven’t seen Labyrinth, but I have definitely heard of it. Looking forward to reading your thoughts on the film! By the way, I added your name and chosen title to the participant list.

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