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The Upside Down Awaits: 'Stranger Things' Final Season Premiere Dates Revealed!
Get ready, Hawkins fans! After what feels like an eternity, Netflix has finally unleashed the premiere dates for the highly anticipated fifth and final season of "Stranger Things." And in a move that's sure to divide the fandom, the season will be released in not one, not two, but three separate installments.
The announcement, made during Netflix's "Tudum 2025: The Live Event" on Saturday, sent waves of excitement (and perhaps a little bit of impatience) through the global "Stranger Things" community. Here’s the breakdown of when you can expect to return to Hawkins:
- Volume 1: November 26th
- Volume 2: Christmas Day
- Grand Finale: New Year's Eve
That's right! We'll be spending the holiday season binge-watching the epic conclusion to the saga of Eleven and her friends. The Tudum event was quite a spectacle, featuring a performance by Lady Gaga (who will also appear in Season 2 of "Wednesday") and appearances from the "Stranger Things" cast.
A Trip Down Memory Lane
Noah Schnapp, Caleb McLaughlin, and Finn Wolfhard graced the stage, sharing fond memories from their decade-long journey with the show. Millie Bobby Brown and Gaten Matarazzo joined the festivities via video, adding to the nostalgic atmosphere. It's hard to believe that it's been almost ten years since we were first introduced to the Upside Down back in 2016!
Why the Wait?
The long gap between Season 4 (which introduced the terrifying Vecna, played by Jamie Campbell Bower) and Season 5 was primarily due to the actors' and writers' strikes of 2023, which significantly impacted the show's production schedule. However, fear not, the end is in sight!
What to Expect
For those somehow unfamiliar, "Stranger Things" follows a group of teenagers as they battle supernatural forces emanating from the "Upside Down," a dark parallel dimension lurking beneath their seemingly normal Indiana town. The series, known for its retro vibe and suspenseful storytelling, has become a cultural phenomenon and one of Netflix's most-watched shows, boasting an impressive 12 Primetime Emmy Awards.
The stellar cast, including Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Joe Keery, Natalia Dyer, Matthew Modine, and Charlie Heaton, will be returning alongside breakout stars like Sadie Sink, Priah Ferguson, Joseph Quinn, and Maya Hawke. Plus, as announced in 2023, "Terminator" icon Linda Hamilton will be joining the cast as a guest star in Season 5!
Behind the Scenes
Filming for the final season began in 2024 and wrapped up in December. Creators Ross and Matt Duffer revealed that the final season was a massive undertaking, with over 650 hours of footage captured. As Ross Duffer stated, "It’s like eight blockbuster movies. It’s pretty insane."
Matt Duffer added, "It was super intense and emotional to film – for us and for our actors. We’ve been making this show together for almost ten years. There was a lot of crying. There was SO much crying.”
A Fond Farewell
While the news of a final season is bittersweet, knowing that we'll soon have closure to this captivating story is a comfort. Get ready to clear your schedules, stock up on Eggo waffles, and prepare for an emotional rollercoaster as we bid farewell to the beloved characters of "Stranger Things." The final chapter promises to be an unforgettable experience, and we can't wait to see how it all unfolds. The countdown begins now!
Tags: Stranger Things, Netflix, Season 5, Release Date, Tudum 2025, Lady Gaga, Wednesday, Noah Schnapp, Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard
Source: https://edition.cnn.com/2025/06/01/entertainment/stranger-things-5-release-date
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