‘Dead Boy Detectives’ review: Hardy Boys for the supernatural realm
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Reading Eagle— A pair of teenage ghosts solve mysteries for their supernatural clientele in “Dead Boy Detectives.”
The A.V. Club—Dead Boy Detectives review: A sweet and silly supernatural drama. In case the title wasn’t enough of a hint, Dead Boy Detectives wastes no time establishing its paranormal setting. There are demons, possessions, World War II and Victorian-era spirits, an evil witch, a larger-than-life snake, a glowing squid, and magical mirrors galore in the first episode alone. Netflix’s drama, which premieres April 25, also makes its connection to The Sandman clear as day. Kirby Howell-Baptiste reprises her role as Death in a far-too-brief cameo to remind audiences of the...
Ars Technica—Dead Boy Detectives turns Neil Gaiman’s ghostly duo into “Hardy Boys on acid”. Supernatural horror detective series has witches, demons, and a charming Cat King.
Popternative—10 Supernatural Shows Like 'Dead Boy Detectives' to Watch Next. 10 Supernatural Shows Like Dead Boy Detectives to Watch NextThe supernatural horror-comedy series Dead Boy Detectives premiered today and is part of The Sandman universe for Netflix and based on the beloved comic series from Neil Gaiman. The series follows teen ghosts Edwin (George Rexstrew) and Charles (Jayden Revri) who were born decades apart but […]