Stranger Things comes to an end with its fifth season, thus closing a cycle that has kept fans hooked for almost a decade. After being one of the most successful series on Netflix, we will say goodbye to the supernatural story of Eleven, who plays Millie Bobby Brown, Mikeperformed by Finn Wolfhard and the rest of the inhabitants of Hawkins, Indiana. Although an exact release date has not yet been confirmed, we do know that the last installment will arrive in 2025. To whet your appetite and make the wait more bearable, the streaming giant has released a first trailer, promising more chaos, terrifying creatures and a good dose of eighties nostalgia.
© NetflixTo commemorate November 6, 1983, known as the ‘Stranger Things’ Daybecause it is the date on which Will Byers (Noah Schnapp) was abducted to the Upside Down Worldkicking off the events that have driven the plot of the series, Netflix has shared a video revealing the titles of the last eight episodes with which this successful fiction will conclude. And although in many series the names of the episodes do not contribute much, in this case, as has happened in previous installments, they offer valuable clues about where events could go.
© NetflixThe final eight episodes of Stranger Things They are distributed in an order that begins with To the rescue. It follows The disappearance of…where the name of the protagonist remains hidden. Followers quickly realized that this title refers to the opening chapter of the series, The disappearance of Will Byers, and they have not taken long to speculate about the identity of the new victim. One of the most talked about theories points to the possibility that it is Holly Wheeler Mike’s younger sister, who this season could be played by Nell Fisher, the actress of Evil Dead Riser. However, Netflix has not yet confirmed this information.
© NetflixThe speculations continue with the following episodes. Turnbow’s Trap seems to refer to Turnbow Land Development & Realtya fictitious company that appears in the plot. Then they continue Sorcerer and Camazotz escape, while crash plan, probably alluding to Hawkins’ local radio station, WSQK.
© NetflixThe name of the sixth chapter, The bridge, could be the most intriguing, as many interpret it as a possible connection between the different worlds explored in the series. And finally, The world of law puts the finishing touch to the fiction with a contrast to the Upside Down World, the parallel universe that has been a constant threat to the inhabitants of Hawkins since the beginning. This title also seems to echo the last episode of the first season and, perhaps, would be the way to close the circle.
© NetflixIn the video shared by Netflix, barely a minute long and set to the music of the series, you can read “In the fall of 1987, the fine adventure beginsl“, which reveals an important fact: the new installment will have a time jump, since the events will take place four years after the events of the first season, released eight years ago, in 2016.
© NetflixThe final installment of the series has been kept under strict confidentiality control by Netflix, which has only revealed a few key details. The entire original cast will return with Millie Bobby Brown, David Harbour, Winona Ryder, Joe Keery, Sadie Sink, Finn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp, Maya Hawke and Jamie Campbell Boweramong others. In addition, some new additions have been confirmed, such as Jake Connelly and Alex Breaux.
It has also been revealed that Frank Darabont, the creator behind projects like The Shawshank Redemption and the first season of The Walking Dead, will direct two of the episodes of this new installment. This will be the first time in 11 years that Darabont has worked on a television series or film.
© NetflixWith all these details revealed and expectations through the roof, Stranger Things promises an epic outcome for his followers. The series has not only been a success for its supernatural creatures and plots, but also for its ability to pay homage to the 80’s while creating moments that keep us on the edge of our seats. Over the years, he has left an indelible mark on pop culture. In 2025, it comes to an end, are you ready for the last adventure?