The highly anticipated final season of Stranger Things has given fans their first thrilling glimpse, with Netflix releasing the opening five minutes that take viewers back to where it all began. The chilling preview takes us straight to 1983 Hawkins, revisiting the moment that started the entire supernatural saga.
The Fateful Night in Hawkins Woods
Following the star-studded Los Angeles premiere where cast members celebrated the beginning of the end, Netflix dropped the crucial opening sequence from Episode 1 titled 'The Crawl.' The scene transports audiences back to Will Byers' terrifying disappearance in the Hawkins woods, masterfully portrayed by Noah Schnapp.
As young Will attempts to calm his nerves by humming The Clash's iconic track 'Should I Stay or Should I Go,' the peaceful moment shatters when the dreaded Demogorgon launches its attack. The heart-pounding chase sequence follows Will's desperate attempts to escape, leading him to a ominous leafless tree where his fate takes a dark turn.
Vecna's Chilling Introduction
The preview takes an even darker turn when Will encounters Vecna, played by Jamie Campbell Bower, in what appears to be the Upside Down. In a truly terrifying visual, we see deadly veins spreading across Will's body and face, including his mouth, as Vecna delivers his sinister promise.
"At long last, we can begin. You and I, we are going to do such beautiful things together," the malevolent entity whispers, establishing the dark connection that would shape the entire series.
Season 5 Plot and Release Schedule
The final chapter jumps forward to fall of 1987, with Hawkins' beloved heroes embarking on their most dangerous mission yet: to locate and eliminate Vecna once and for all. However, their task proves more complicated than expected.
According to the official synopsis, Vecna has vanished completely, with his whereabouts and sinister plans remaining unknown. Making matters worse, the government has placed Hawkins under strict military quarantine while intensifying their hunt for Eleven, forcing her back into hiding.
The show's creators issued a stark warning about the upcoming season, emphasizing that the darkness has grown more powerful and deadlier than ever before. They stressed that to end this nightmare, every member of the party must stand together one final time.
Mark your calendars for November 26, 2025, when the first four episodes of Stranger Things Season 5 will premiere. The next three episodes follow on Christmas Day, with the epic series finale dropping on New Year's Eve, bringing the beloved sci-fi saga to its dramatic conclusion.
