As viewers count down the days to the explosive final chapters of Stranger Things, anticipation is not just limited to Hawkins’ eerie mysteries. Netflix has previewed a crossover that is bound to electrify both pop culture and sports entertainment enthusiasts. Merging the otherworldly thrills of the sci-fi show with the high-octane drama of WWE, the streaming giant promises a spectacle that blurs the line between fiction and real-life showmanship.

A date and time were attached to the announcement, providing a clear schedule for when audiences can catch whatever Netflix has in store for them.

Netflix dropped a surprise tease on December 24, confirming a crossover between its two very popular IPs, WWE Raw and Stranger Things, with January 5, 8 pm ET and 5 pm PT marked as the date and time to watch. The short video shared on X did not explain what the crossover actually involves, which has sparked ample buzz. With no clear details, followers of both franchises are left guessing whether this will be an interactive fan-focused event, a themed episode, or something completely unexpected.

The pairing itself feels unusual, bringing together two offerings that live in very different worlds. What has caught most attention, though, is the moment of occurrence. The crossover is set to happen days after Stranger Things wraps up its nearly decade-long run on Netflix. That has led to plenty of talk online about whether this could hint at something new tied to Hawkins, or simply be a one-off moment meant to surprise viewers.

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Best bets point in the direction of something new about the Duffer Brothers-led universe being announced, as there have been talks about a Stranger Things spinoff.

Although Stranger Things is nearing its finale, the franchise is far from over. Creators Matt and Ross Duffer have confirmed the IP will continue with a spin-off in multiple interviews over the year. The creators have said that the story of the spin-off will be very different from the original, with new characters, adventures, and sci-fi/fantasy elements, while keeping a subtle connection to Hawkins.

Original cast members may appear in cameos, but lead roles are unlikely. Netflix could very well announce official updates on this with the WWE Raw and Stranger Things crossover.

With an audience base still devouring Stranger Things content as if watching it for the very first time, it is no wonder Netflix is not ready to let the franchise go. Between the WWE crossover and hints of a spin-off, the Duffer Brothers’ universe is poised to expand in ways few have imagined. Hawkins’ mysteries and otherworldly thrills clearly are far from finished, and exciting updates may soon arrive.

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