🚨 WARNING: The END of Stranger Things is coming… and it’s about to flip your world UPSIDE DOWN forever! 😱

That leaked finale trailer for “The Rightside Up” just dropped hints that NO ONE saw coming… Eleven’s powers are exploding, Vecna’s whispering secrets that could destroy EVERYTHING, and one fan-favorite might NOT make it out alive on New Year’s Eve.

Is this the heartbreaking goodbye we’ve all feared? Or the epic victory Hawkins deserves?

You HAVE to see these insane clips before Netflix takes them down… Who do YOU think dies in the finale?  👇

Netflix is pulling out all the stops for the grand conclusion of its blockbuster series Stranger Things, with the final episode of Season 5 — titled “Chapter Eight: The Rightside Up” — slated to premiere on New Year’s Eve, December 31, 2025. The standalone finale, which serves as Volume 3 of the split season, will clock in at a whopping 2 hours and 8 minutes, making it one of the longest episodes in the show’s history and essentially a feature-length event.

The Duffer Brothers, creators of the sci-fi horror phenomenon, have confirmed the extended runtime, noting a slight bump from earlier estimates of 2 hours and 5 minutes. In a social media update, Ross Duffer shared the details alongside runtimes for the preceding Volume 2 episodes, building anticipation for what he described as a “large in scale” but deeply “character-focused” send-off.

This comes on the heels of Volume 2’s Christmas Day release, which dropped three episodes — “Shock Jock,” “Escape From Camazotz,” and “The Bridge” — on December 25. Those installments, totaling around three and a half hours, set the stage for the ultimate confrontation with Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower) and the forces of the Upside Down. Fans who binged Volume 2 reported intense cliffhangers, with the Hawkins gang facing escalating threats as the Upside Down bleeds further into the real world.

In a bold move, Netflix announced that “The Rightside Up” will not only stream globally at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT but also screen simultaneously in over 350 theaters across the United States and Canada. Limited theatrical runs will continue into January 1, 2026, allowing fans to experience the finale on the big screen with fellow enthusiasts. Tickets for these events went on sale earlier this month, with some locations already selling out amid high demand.

The episode title, “The Rightside Up,” has sparked widespread speculation among fans. It directly mirrors the Season 1 finale, “The Upside Down,” suggesting a thematic bookend where the heroes finally restore balance to their world. Sources close to production indicate the finale will resolve long-standing mysteries, including the true nature of the Upside Down’s origins and the full extent of Will Byers’ (Noah Schnapp) connection to it.

Cast members have been vocal about the emotional weight of wrapping the series after nearly a decade. Millie Bobby Brown, who plays Eleven, has spoken in interviews about the “bittersweet” final days on set, while Finn Wolfhard (Mike Wheeler) hinted at closure for ongoing character arcs, including romantic tensions. David Harbour (Jim Hopper) and Winona Ryder (Joyce Byers) are also expected to feature prominently in the resolution.

Season 5 kicked off with Volume 1 on November 26, releasing four episodes that shattered viewing records for Netflix. The staggered release strategy — Volume 1 in late November, Volume 2 on Christmas, and the finale on New Year’s Eve — has kept the show dominating conversations throughout the holiday season. Critics and fans alike have praised the approach for building suspense, though some expressed frustration over the week-long wait between Volume 2 and the conclusion.

Teasers and trailers released ahead of Volume 2 showed glimpses of chaos: Demogorgons invading the “rightside up” world, Eleven recruiting allies like her “sister” Kali, and Vecna plotting a “new world order.” The Duffer Brothers have promised payoffs to threads dating back to Season 1, including revelations about the Mind Flayer’s role and potential sacrifices among the core group.

As the clock ticks down to December 31, speculation is rife about character fates. Will fan favorites like Steve Harrington (Joe Keery) or Max Mayfield (Sadie Sink) survive? Early reactions to Volume 2 suggest major setups, with one source describing the penultimate episode as “the most emotional chapter” outside the finale.

Netflix’s decision to treat the finale like a cinematic event underscores Stranger Things’ cultural impact. The series, which premiered in 2016, has spawned merchandise empires, stage plays like The First Shadow, and even themed attractions. With an 84% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes for Season 5 so far, expectations are sky-high for a satisfying end.

Insiders report that post-credits teases could hint at future spin-offs, including the announced animated series Stranger Things: Tales from ’85. But for now, all eyes are on “The Rightside Up” — a title that promises hope amid the horror.

Whether streaming at home or catching it in theaters, fans are gearing up for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve. As one Duffer Brother put it: “We gotta go out in a big way.” And from the sounds of it, they certainly are.