Gen Z are blown away by cult classic 90s show Twin Peaks after discovering it for the first time following David Lynch's death
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Gen Z have gone wild for hit 90s TV show Twin Peaks, following the death of one of its creators, David Lynch. The American TV show, created by Lynch and Mark Frost, first hit screens in 1990 and soon became known for its unconventional storytelling, peculiar characters and bewildering tone.
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And viewers who decided to give the show a chance have quickly became captivated by the show's eccentricity, leading it to gather a devoted cult following, widespread critical acclaim, and numerous awards. Following the death of its legendary director, the classic has once again surged in popularity, with young people around the world now hailing it as 'the best of all time' online.
Last week, fans were left heartbroken after the creator and director behind the hit TV series passed away. David, who was also known for Eraserhead and Blue Velvet, had cemented his legacy as a cool film aficionado with subversive productions that inspired a potent mix of both terror and curiosity.
Now, as fans and many in Hollywood mourn his death, swathes of curious twenty-somethings experiencing Twin Peaks for the first time have hailed their viewing experience and described it to be 'like crack'. Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one wrote: 'I just started watching Twin Peaks for the first time Jesus f*****g christ. What is this show.'.
Gen Z have gone wild after discovering the 90s TV show Twin Peaks, following the death of one of its creators, David Lynch (pictured in 2017). The American TV show, created by David Lynch (pictured) and Mark Frost in 1990, first hit screens in 1990 and soon became known for it's unconventional story, eccentric characters and bewildering tone.
