Stranger Things Season 5: First Five Minutes Released
The opening five minutes of Stranger Things Season 5 are finally out, delivering a chilling and atmospheric start. The scene takes viewers back to the eerie and haunting town of Hawkins, setting the tone for the final chapter of the series.
Return to Hawkins, November 12, 1983
The premiere episode, titled "The Crawl", begins without delay, immediately transporting us to the exact day Will Byers disappeared — November 12, 1983. A digitally de-aged Noah Schnapp portrays 12-year-old Will in Castle Byers, softly singing The Clash’s "Should I Stay or Should I Go." This nostalgic moment recalls the early days of the show.
However, this peaceful moment quickly turns terrifying. The scene erupts with a horrific screech and sudden chaos as Will bolts through the forest, flashlight flickering and heart pounding. When he tries to hide in a tree, it breaks beneath him, leaving him vulnerable.
A Darker Threat Emerges
The Demogorgon captures Will and drags him into the Upside Down version of the Hawkins Library. There, the terrifying villain Vecna awaits, making a chilling promise that sets the stage for the final confrontation of the series.
"The first five minutes of Season 5 take us right back to what we first knew of Hawkins. It seems to be dark, scary, and haunting all at the same time."
"Vecna making a horrifying promise that, in turn, sets the stage for the last and final fight."
Summary
Netflix masterfully launches the new season with a mix of nostalgia and intense suspense, perfectly blending familiar elements with new horrors.
Author's Summary
The first five minutes of Stranger Things Season 5 expertly revive Hawkins' eerie atmosphere and foreshadow a terrifying final battle, promising a thrilling season ahead.