Netflix just unveiled an exciting teaser trailer for Stranger Things Season 5 - the show's climactic final season - along with a unique three-part release schedule. Volume 1 drops November 26 at 5 PM PT, Volume 2 arrives Christmas Day (December 25) at 5 PM PT, and The Finale premieres New Year's Eve (December 31) at 5 PM PT.
The farewell season delivers its story in three waves: Volume 1 features four episodes, Volume 2 contains three, and the series concludes with an extended standalone finale. All episodes will launch globally simultaneously - check your local timezone for exact viewing times.
The ultimate battle begins! Prepare for Stranger Things' epic conclusion.
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Volume 1: November 26, 5pm PT*
Volume 2: December 25, 5pm PT*
The Finale: December 31, 5pm PT*
*Global simultaneous release; date may adjust based on timezone #TUDUM pic.twitter.com/HladehlYiE
Netflix's official season synopsis sets the stage:
"Fall 1987 finds Hawkins forever changed by the Rifts. Our heroes unite with one mission: locate and eliminate Vecna. Yet their foe has disappeared without trace, his sinister schemes unknown. Their quest grows harder as the military locks down Hawkins, forcing Eleven back into hiding amid intensified government pursuit.
"As Will's disappearance anniversary looms, an ominous familiar dread returns. The ultimate confrontation approaches - bringing a terrifying darkness surpassing all previous threats. To survive this final nightmare, every member of 'the party' must stand together... one last time."
The highly anticipated Season 5 marks Stranger Things' conclusion, arriving over three years after Season 4's finale. Netflix recently shared the final season's episode titles.
For deeper insights, explore our unanswered questions from Stranger Things Season 4 and all major announcements from Netflix's Tudum 2025 event.
