Stranger Things 5 Episode 1 Preview Goes Viral
On November 6, Stranger Things Day, the creators released the first five minutes of season 5's premiere episode, sparking excitement among fans worldwide. The clip quickly went viral across social media platforms.
Release and Setting
The teaser was shared on Netflix's official Instagram with the caption,
“November 12, 1983. Watch the first 5 minutes of Stranger Things 5 now.”It takes viewers back to the day when 12-year-old Will Byers went missing after hiding in Castle Byers.
Key Scenes From the Teaser
- Will is shown cold, pale, and shivering, singing The Clash’s "Should I Stay Or Should I Go."
- He is discovered and attacked by a demogorgon while hiding.
- Will fires his rifle at the creature and runs for his life.
- He climbs a tree in the Upside Down, where the demogorgon pursues him.
- In an act of courage, Will tries to jump to another tree but fails and falls hard.
Additional Context
This teaser confirms that Vecna was present as early as season 1, and that Will had knowledge of it.
“Yes, Vecna existed in season 1 & yes, Will knew about it.”
Related News
Meanwhile, Stranger Things 5 has also been in the news following actress Millie Bobby Brown's accusations against co-star David Harbour regarding bullying and harassment, which Netflix is currently investigating.
Author’s Summary
The viral teaser reignites anticipation for Stranger Things 5 by revisiting a tense flashback that deepens the show's mysterious lore and promises gripping new developments.