As the clock ticks down to the premiere of Stranger Things Season 5, the epic, heart-wrenching finale to one of Netflix’s most beloved sci-fi sagas, fans are buzzing about more than just Vecna’s fate or whether Eleven will finally get that quiet life she deserves. No, the latest chatter revolves around episode runtimes. Rumors have swirled like Upside Down fog, promising marathon sessions that could rival a cinema double feature. But with co-creator Matt Duffer stepping in to set the record straight, it’s clear that Season 5 isn’t just wrapping up loose ends—it’s delivering installments so substantial, some are straight-up “like movies.”.
The rumors about the final season of Stranger Things have been nonstop. There was also a rumor that each episode cost an estimated $40 to $50 million to make. There was also a rumor that the finale will have a runtime of 3 hours. As we edge closer to November 26, one thing’s crystal clear: Stranger Things Season 5 isn’t rushing to the exit. These longer episodes are a love letter to the fans who’ve stuck around through bikes, balls, and bat-wielding badasses.
