Frank Darabont Ends 11-Year Retirement to Direct 'Stranger Things' Final Season Episodes

The acclaimed director cites the show's heart and positivity as key reasons for his return to filmmaking.

Frank Darabont, known for 'The Shawshank Redemption,' will direct two episodes of 'Stranger Things' Season 5.
Darabont's return was motivated by his and his wife's love for the show and its positive themes.
Season 5 of 'Stranger Things' is currently in production and will be the series' final season, set to debut in 2025.
Darabont's last directorial work was on the TV series 'Mob City' in 2013, and he has not ruled out future projects.
The upcoming season promises to be expansive, with episodes described as 'basically eight movies' by star Maya Hawke.