Stranger Things 5 Kicks Off: The Final Showdown Begins

The much-hyped final act of Stranger Things has landed, with the first batch of episodes from season five now streaming. After a long wait, punters can finally dive back into Hawkins for one last round. The series, a favourite for many, is set to wrap up with a bang, promising plenty of drama and chills as the crew faces their biggest threat yet.

This time around, the stakes are higher than ever. The gang is up against Vecna, and the fate of their world hangs in the balance. There’s a new face in the mix too, with Linda Hamilton joining the cast, adding a fresh twist to the already stacked line-up. The official word on the season sets the scene:

‘Scarred by the opening of the Rifts, our heroes are united by a single goal: find and kill Vecna. But he has vanished – his whereabouts and plans unknown. Complicating their mission, the government has placed the town under military quarantine and intensified its hunt for Eleven, forcing her back into hiding. As the anniversary of Will's disappearance approaches, so does a heavy, familiar dread. The final battle is looming – and with it, a darkness more powerful and more deadly than anything they've faced before. To end this nightmare, they'll need everyone – the full party – standing together, one last time.’

New Dangers and Old Fears

With the town locked down by the military and Eleven forced to keep a low profile, the group is more isolated than ever. The government’s crackdown has made things tricky, and the locals are feeling the pressure. As the date marking Will’s original disappearance draws near, there’s a sense of unease hanging over everything. The threat this time isn’t just supernatural – it’s coming from all sides.

Despite the odds, the crew is determined to stick together. The looming confrontation with Vecna is set to test their limits, and the darkness they’re up against is unlike anything they’ve faced before. The show’s trademark blend of horror and heart is front and centre, with every character playing a crucial role in what’s shaping up to be a massive showdown.

What’s Next for Hawkins?

For those keen to binge, the first part of season five is available to stream from 26 November. The story doesn’t end there, though – part two drops on 25 December, and the final instalment lands on 31 December. It’s a packed schedule for fans, with each release promising more twists and turns as the series races towards its conclusion.

If you’re after more top picks, there are heaps of other shows worth checking out on the platform. But for now, all eyes are on Hawkins as the final chapter unfolds, and the gang faces their toughest challenge yet.