Stranger Things has been brimming with mysteries, monsters, and unexpected twists for years, keeping viewers glued to their screens. From the close friendships of its characters to their scary adventures in the Upside Down, every season of the show has brought bigger surprises and higher stakes. Now that the IP that became a worldwide phenomenon is coming to an end, people cannot wait to see how it all wraps up.

So, for anyone wondering when and where to watch the final chapter of Stranger Things, here is everything you need to know about the release date, time, and more.

Stranger Things 5, volume one, comprising episodes one to four, came out on November 26, with volume two, with episodes five to seven, dropping on Christmas Day, December 25. Volume three, with just the finale episode of the saga, notably, is set to arrive on New Year’s Eve, December 31, at 8 pm ET and 5 pm PT.

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With the release date and time now clear, focus naturally shifts to where to watch the finale. Stranger Things admirers, in a thrilling turn of events, have a dual viewing option for the last hurrah.

Stranger Things viewers have long deemed the series worthy of a theatrical run, but that wish never came to fruition. Seasons came and went, but audiences only had the option of streaming the episodes on Netflix. However, this time around, with season 5 set to conclude the franchise’s nearly decade-long journey, the makers have decided to drop the final episode in limited theaters alongside making it available on Netflix, of course.

Stranger Things 5, volume 3, therefore, will be available for both streaming from the comfort of one’s home and as a grand cinematic spectacle.

According to the show’s creators, the Duffer Brothers, the finale runs about 2 hours and 8 minutes, making it the longest episode of the entire season. To put it in context, the other final season episodes ran between 54 minutes and 1 hour 23 minutes, so this finale is set to deliver a full feature-length experience.

While specific plot details have been kept tightly under wraps, the finale is expected to resolve the biggest mysteries of Hawkins and the Upside Down, including the fate of Eleven, Mike, and the rest of the gang. Viewers can anticipate intense action, emotional reunions, and a conclusion that ties together the sprawling narrative arc of the series.

The Stranger Things finale clearly promises a blend of excitement and emotion, whether watched at home or in theaters. After years of twists, scares, and unforgettable moments, the conclusion looks poised to bring the Upside Down’s story to a satisfying close, delivering a memorable send-off for a series that has captivated millions worldwide.

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