Stranger Things Season 5 Focuses on Will Byers
Stranger Things Season 5 returns to the story of Will Byers, sparking intense fan speculation about his fate. Actor Noah Schnapp’s comment to Millie Bobby Brown,
“But one of us will die,”fueled theories that Will might not survive the final season.
Fan Theories and Show's Narrative Cycle
Viewers believe Will's death could be the climax of the series, supported by fan polls and the show's cyclical storytelling. The series began with Will’s disappearance in Season 1, and Season 5 is expected to provide answers about his ultimate fate.
The Duffer Brothers’ Insight
The show's creators have not confirmed any deaths but emphasize that Season 5 returns to key mysteries introduced at the start. The premiere and trailers hint that Will’s story remains central to the season’s plot.
Season 5 Premiere and Storyline Details
The new season opens with a flashback to November 1983, featuring a younger Noah Schnapp singing “Should I Stay or Should I Go” in an Upside Down version of Castle Byers. A Demogorgon attacks and captures him.
Core Questions Explored
Matt Duffer revealed Season 5 answers two main questions from the beginning of the show:
- “What is the Upside Down, truly?”
- “Why was Will taken?”
He explained Will’s connection to the Upside Down is unique:
“Will’s connection to the Upside Down differs from that of other victims. While others were killed, Will was taken and remained linked to the dimension through his ability to sense Vecna’s presence.”
In Season 2, Will acted as a spy for Vecna after being trapped in the tunnels.
Author’s Summary
Season 5 of Stranger Things centers on Will Byers' mysterious link to the Upside Down, with his fate remaining a key question driving the story’s conclusion.