The Boroughs on Netflix: supernatural drama set in New Mexico retirement community

Netflix will premiere The Boroughs, an eight-episode supernatural drama series, on May 21, 2026. Set in a seemingly perfect retirement community in New Mexico, the story follows a grieving newcomer who joins a group of unlikely heroes uncovering dark secrets beneath the surface.

The Boroughs plot: uncovering danger in a retirement community

The series centers on Sam, played by Alfred Molina, who after a monstrous encounter in the retirement community, aligns with a misfit group including characters portrayed by Geena Davis, Alfre Woodard, Denis O’Hare, and others. Together, they reveal that their golden years are more dangerous than expected and that they are more formidable than anyone assumes.

Cast highlights and character roles in The Boroughs

The cast features Alfred Molina as Sam, Geena Davis as Renee, Alfre Woodard as Judy, Denis O’Hare as Wally, Clarke Peters as Art, Bill Pullman as Jack, and Jena Malone as Claire, among others. The ensemble brings together actors with extensive experience in both film and television, contributing to the series’ layered storytelling.

Production background and filming locations in New Mexico

Created by Jeffrey Addiss and Will Matthews, with executive producers including The Duffer Brothers and Ben Taylor, The Boroughs began filming in September 2024. Production took place in Albuquerque and Santa Fe, New Mexico, utilizing the region’s distinctive landscapes to enhance the series’ atmosphere.

Recent projects of The Boroughs cast members

Alfred Molina recently appeared in the movie Spider-Man: No Way Home and the series Three Pines. Geena Davis is known for her roles in Thelma and Louise and A League of Their Own. Alfre Woodard has been featured in Clemency and Salem’s Lot. Denis O’Hare’s recent work includes American Horror Story and This Is Us. Bill Pullman starred in The Sinner and Independence Day, while Jena Malone appeared in Love Lies Bleeding and The Hunger Games.