Overview
- In a new Empire interview, the creators state definitively that Joseph Quinn will not appear in Season 5.
- Quinn’s coy red‑carpet comments and profile listings had fueled persistent fan speculation about a cameo.
- Promotional footage shows Dustin visiting Eddie’s gravesite, signaling the character’s lingering impact without an on‑screen return.
- Netflix will release the eight‑episode final season in three drops: Nov. 26 (episodes 1–4), Dec. 25 (5–7), and Dec. 31 (finale).
- Linda Hamilton joins the cast as Dr. Kay, described by the Duffers as a hyper‑intelligent government agent pursuing Eleven.