The wait is almost over for Stranger Things fans. The fifth and final season of the sci-fi horror series is wrapping up with a bang, and the last episode, "The Rightside Up," is set to drop on December 31 at 5:00 pm PT (8:00 pm ET) on Netflix. This epic finale will be available to stream worldwide and will also have a limited theatrical release in over 500 theaters across the US and Canada, starting at 5:00 pm PT on December 31.
The final season picks up in the fall of 1987, with Hawkins still reeling from the aftermath of the Rifts. The gang is teaming up to take down Vecna, while Eleven faces a government hunt. The stakes are high, and the action is intense, with fan favorites like Winona Ryder, Millie Bobby Brown, David Harbour, and Finn Wolfhard returning for one last ride. Newcomers Alex Breaux, Jake Connelly, Nell Fisher, and Linda Hamilton join the cast, shaking things up for the final chapter.
The response to the first four episodes of the season has been phenomenal, with over 59 million viewers worldwide tuning in during the first week of premiere. The finale promises to be an unforgettable experience, with a runtime of 2 hours and 5 minutes, making it one of the longest episodes of the series.
If you're planning to catch the finale, mark your calendars for December 31 and get ready for an epic conclusion to the Stranger Things saga. You can stream it on Netflix or watch it on the big screen in theaters. Don't miss out on the chance to experience the final battle against Vecna with fellow fans.