Web Series : Stranger Things 5
Streaming Platform : Netflix
Release Date : Dec 01, 2026
123telugu.com Rating : 3.5/5
Starring : Millie Bobby Brown, Noah Schnapp, Jamie Campbell Bower, Finn Wolfhard, David Harbour, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Joe Carey, and more
Director : The Duffer Brothers (Shawn Levy, Frank Darabont), Shawn Levy
Producer : Hilary Levitt
Music Director : Kyle Dixon, Michael Stine
Cinematographers : Caleb Heyman
Editor : Dean Zimmerman, Catherine Narenzo
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Stranger Things is one of the popular web shows that has received great appreciation from audiences across the globe. The series, which began way back in 2016, has now come to an end with a total of five seasons. On this New Year, the last episode of the final season has been released worldwide. Let’s see if the ending is satisfactory.
Story:
At the end of the seventh episode, the entire gang, Will (Noah Schnapp), Dustin (Gaten Matarazzo), Steve Harrington (Joe Keery), Max (Sadie Sink), Kali (Linnea Berthelsen), along with Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown), her father Jim Hopper (David Harbour), Joyce Byers (Winona Ryder), Jonathan Byers (Charlie Heaton), and Murray Bauman (Brett Gelman), successfully set out to eliminate Vecna/Henry (Jamie Campbell Bower). However, Dr. Kay (Linda Hamilton), the leader of the Hawkins military forces, also sends some of her troops after them.
How does Eleven’s team plan to reach Vecna in the Upside Down? How do they get there? What new truth do they discover about Henry in this process? Why did he turn out the way he did? Do the gang finally succeed in ending Vecna or not? Who makes sacrifices along the way? The finale has all the answers.
Plus Points:
There have been mammoth expectations surrounding this final season. Living up to them is no less feat, and the makers succeeded to a large extent. The last season was released in three phases. The first four episodes were a massive treat. However, among the next three episodes, the third one garnered an underperforming response. But the much-awaited final episode turned out to be an absolute banger.
For fans, this series is an emotion. If some of you had felt that the seven episodes didn’t fully deliver, the final episode will make you think otherwise and leave you more than satisfied. Despite its nearly two-hour runtime, the narrative flows wonderfully.
The first hour is packed with exhilarating high moments, grand visuals, spectacular action, and thrilling adventure, while the second hour is given an emotional touch by the Duffer Brothers. Characters like Will, Mike, Dustin, Lucas, and Eleven, along with their friendship element, will be relatable for many viewers. The beautifully crafted emotional scenes between them serve as eye-pleasing moments for fans.
The team did a commendable job by giving a proper closure to almost all characters and ending the series on a happy note. The major reveal regarding why Henry became what he is, and his backstory, is well-written and showcased. The conclusions given to characters like Steve, Dustin, Max, Hopper, and Joyce work well.
Additionally, the emotional moments in the climax, especially the scene where Will, Mike, Lucas, Dustin, and Max talk, are sure to leave fans teary-eyed. These moments bring back memories of all the previous seasons and provide a complete nostalgic feel. The twist given to Eleven’s character is guaranteed to offer goosebumps. The closure is well-designed and does not disappoint fans a bit.
Minus Points:
While the final episode and the series largely move in a fan-pleasing manner, there are some noticeable drawbacks. The subject revolving around an unseen dimension on Earth involving a group of friends embarking on adventurous journeys is undoubtedly interesting. However, a solid backstory for the villain is equally important, and after watching the final episode, it gives the feeling that this aspect is a bit weak.
If we look closely, it may remind some viewers of Spider-Man 3. Similar to the Venom concept, certain aspects here are somewhat simple and could have had more depth. Also, while the strong villain, Vecna, is immune to things like gunshots, the Mind Flayer that controls him is attacked rather easily by the kids and gets injured. This element could have been handled with more precision. Apart from this, the VFX in a few places feels slightly tacky.
Technical Aspects:
Compared to the previous episodes, the technical work in this episode is much better. Action and music come together superbly, leaving little room for complaint. The editing is also perfect. The efforts put in by Duffer Brothers (along with Shawn Levy and Frank Darabont) are impressive. It feels so great since the series ends in the same way that fans wanted.
Though there was scope to split the final episode into two, releasing it as a single combined episode helps maintain emotional balance. However, the writing for the villain needed more depth. Setting that aside, concluding a series that means special to so many people as a proper classic is truly appreciable.
Verdict:
On the whole, the nine-year journey of Stranger Things comes to an end on a highly satisfying note. Just as the kids in the series grew up over the years, the show’s followers also grew alongside them, giving the series a special place on their watchlists. For fans, the final episode stands as a grand tribute to this long journey.
Packed with ample action, adventure, thrills, and, most importantly, emotions, the series reaches a fitting conclusion. In many ways, it feels like a perfect farewell for Stranger Things followers. The final episode beautifully wraps up this epic saga, leaving the emotion lingering in the hearts of viewers. Don’t miss streaming the finale.
123telugu.com Rating: 3.5/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team
