A significant update regarding the highly anticipated fifth and final season of Stranger Things is on the horizon. The series, which has captivated audiences worldwide, faced delays last year due to the WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes. However, production commenced at the beginning of this year and is expected to continue through December.
Fans eagerly awaiting the conclusion of one of Netflix’s biggest hits will need to hold out until 2025 for the new episodes to premiere.
While promoting Deadpool & Wolverine, director Shawn Levy hinted at an impending announcement for Stranger Things Season 5 during an interview with Deadline. When asked about the release timeline, Levy suggested that news could be coming very soon:
Interviewer: “When are we going to see Season 5 [of Stranger Things]?”
Levy: “I think that by the time people watch this [interview], a little bit of an answer will be out there. So I’m going to let people higher up than me blow it. I’ve spoiled enough things.”
Being that this interview with Deadline was done in May, Levy’s remarks imply that fans can expect a release window announcement soon, providing a clearer idea of when to expect the final season.
Although the season’s production is only just past the halfway mark, Netflix seems confident in its schedule. While a specific release date is unlikely to be revealed at this stage, a general release window announcement will help build excitement.
In addition to the release window, fans can look forward to more updates in the coming weeks. Netflix has yet to officially announce the recasting of a key character, Holly Wheeler, now played by Nell Fisher. This news emerged from set photos that surfaced online.
To further build anticipation, Netflix might release a teaser video featuring new footage from the upcoming season. A brief, ominous clip hinting at Vecna’s return could effectively set the stage for the series’ thrilling conclusion.
