The Cul-de-Sac Grows: Four Join Keke Palmer in Peacock’s The ‘Burbs

By DaMarko Webster

Keke Palmer is stepping into the producer’s chair once again—this time bringing suburban paranoia back to the small screen. The ‘Burbs, a fresh and feverish reimagining of the 1989 cult horror-comedy starring Tom Hanks, Carrie Fisher, and Bruce Dern, is set to debut on Peacock. With Palmer serving as executive producer, the upcoming series is positioning itself at the stylish intersection of nostalgia, satire, and social thriller.

Filming in Los Angeles on the original Universal Studios Hollywood backlot, The ‘Burbs taps into a familiar Americana backdrop—only this time, the picket fences hide darker shadows. Created by Celeste Hughey, the mystery comedy follows a young couple who reluctantly move into the husband’s childhood home in a seemingly serene cul-de-sac. But the illusion of tranquility quickly unravels when a mysterious new neighbor arrives, unearthing long-buried secrets and triggering a wave of unsettling events.

The cast brings an eclectic mix of rising talent and layered screen presence. Max Carver (Fade to Black, The Batman), Erica Dasher (Leopoldstadt, Jane By Design), Georgia Leva (Orphan Black: Echoes, You), and Kathleen Kenny (NCIS: Origins, The Sex Lives of College Girls) have all been announced in recurring roles, setting the tone for a series that blends character-driven tension with sly humor and eerie suspense.

As Palmer continues to redefine her career beyond the screen, The ‘Burbs emerges not just as another reboot—but a culturally aware remix that reimagines suburbia through a sharp, contemporary lens. With dark secrets hiding behind manicured lawns and modern fears woven into every hedge, this isn’t just a neighborhood watch—it’s a full-blown reckoning.