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Stranger Things Nears Dec. 31 Finale After Volume 2 Release, Sets Netflix Viewing Records

Netflix is releasing the last season in three parts to build momentum toward one closing episode.

Overview

  • Volume 2 of Season 5 is now streaming, serving as the bridge to the single final episode premiering on December 31 at 22:00 Brasília time.
  • The three-part rollout comprises four episodes in Volume 1, three in Volume 2, and one final installment in Volume 3.
  • Early critical write-ups praise the tense atmosphere and emotional resolution of arcs, while flagging pacing issues and episode lengths.
  • Netflix and third-party metrics report 8.46 billion minutes viewed in a week and place the series as the platform’s No. 2 most-watched with over 1.2 billion total views across seasons.
  • The franchise continues to expand, with Netflix announcing an animated series for 2026 alongside other character-focused projects.