Stranger Things is officially returning, sparking great excitement among fans. On Thursday, November 6, Netflix surprised viewers by releasing the first five minutes of Season 5 unexpectedly, offering a haunting preview of the final chapter of the popular sci-fi series.
Netflix shared the clip with the message, “Watch the first 5 minutes of Stranger Things 5 now,” promising a season that will surpass expectations and take viewers back to the beginning.
The teaser revisits the pivotal night in 1983 that started the series, shedding light on Will Byers’ mysterious disappearance. Young Will, played by Noah Schnapp, is seen half-conscious in the eerie Upside Down forests, quietly singing “Should I Stay or Should I Go” as he drifts between sleep and fear.
“Watch the first 5 minutes of Stranger Things 5 now,” Netflix wrote alongside the clip.
Suddenly, Will wakes in panic as the Demogorgon’s terrifying roar approaches. In a desperate bid to survive, he fires a gun at the creature and tries to escape, but his attempts fail, leaving the audience on edge and wanting more.
This preview not only revisits the show’s beginnings but also suggests stronger links to later storylines, including the sinister Vecna and other menacing forces within the Upside Down. The clip sparked a wave of reactions across social media from eager fans.
Author’s summary: The first glimpse of Stranger Things Season 5 revisits Will Byers' 1983 disappearance, promising new revelations and deeper connections within the Upside Down universe.