Stranger Things Season 5: First Five Minutes Released
The opening five minutes of Stranger Things Season 5 have been released, delivering a chilling and intense start to the new season. The segment brings viewers back to the eerie atmosphere of Hawkins, blending darkness and suspense seamlessly.
Return to Hawkins and Key Moments
The episode begins on November 12, 1983, the exact date when Will Byers disappeared in Season 1. A digitally de-aged Noah Schnapp portrays 12-year-old Will, who is seen alone inside Castle Byers, quietly singing The Clash’s “Should I Stay or Should I Go.” This nostalgic moment quickly unravels as terror strikes.
The Upside Down and Vecna’s Promise
Will is soon caught in a horrifying series of events: a sudden screech and explosion propel him into a frantic flight through the forest. His flickering flashlight and pounding heart amplify the tension. Attempting to hide, he climbs a tree but falls, leading to a darker fate than expected.
The Demogorgon captures Will and drags him into the Upside Down, bringing him to an ominous version of the Hawkins Library where Vecna awaits.
“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 makes a horrifying promise that sets the stage for the last and final fight.”
Premiere Episode: “The Crawl”
The premiere, titled “The Crawl,” wastes no time in setting the tone. From the first scene, the tension is palpable, plunging viewers immediately into the mystery and danger familiar to fans from Season 1.
Netflix’s choice to start the season with such a powerful and atmospheric sequence promises an emotionally gripping and terrifying journey ahead.
Summary: The chilling first five minutes of Stranger Things Season 5 instantly reconnect fans with Hawkins' dark past and set a tense stage for the season's final climactic battle.