Here's the Duration of the 'Stranger Things' Series Finale

The official duration of the Stranger Things series finale has been confirmed. Netflix announced that the concluding episode, wrapping up the adventures of Eleven, Mike, Dustin, Lucas, Will, and the rest of Hawkins, will run for 2 hours and 5 minutes. This is notably shorter than some had anticipated, given the extended runtimes seen in Season 4.

For context, Episode 7 of Season 4, titled The Massacre at Hawkins Lab, lasted 1 hour and 40 minutes. The Season 4 finale exceeded that, setting a new record for the series at 2 hours and 19 minutes. Many fans expected the final episode to surpass all previous episodes, with some online guesses suggesting it could reach 3 hours. Even so, 2 hours remains a substantial length for a single TV episode, especially compared to other episodes in the same season, which hovered around 90 minutes.

The finale will have a unique release, being available both on Netflix and in select theaters on New Years Eve. This milestone has long been a goal for series creators Matt and Ross Duffer. The brothers shared their excitement at Tudum: Were thrilled that fans will get to watch the final episode of Stranger Things in theaters. Its something weve imagined for years, and were grateful to Ted, Bela, and everyone at Netflix for making it possible. Experiencing it on the big screen with amazing sound, visuals, and a room full of fans is the perfect way to celebrate the series conclusion.

The first four episodes of Season 5 are already streaming. The following three episodes will be released on Christmas Day, with the finale arriving on both streaming platforms and in theaters on New Years Eve.

Author: Sophia Brooks