On Stranger Things Day, November 6, fans were thrilled as the makers released the first five minutes of the highly anticipated season 5 premiere. The clip quickly went viral across social media, receiving widespread excitement and praise.
The teaser was shared on Netflix's official Instagram with the caption: “November 12, 1983. Watch the first 5 minutes of Stranger Things 5 now.”
The scene takes viewers back to 1983, showing a 12-year-old Will who goes missing after hiding in Castle Byers. Cold, pale, and shivering, Will sings The Clash’s "Should I Stay Or Should I Go" as he hides.
Suddenly, a demogorgon discovers him and attacks. Will shoots at the creature and flees in a desperate attempt to save his life.
Will runs until he reaches a tree in the Upside Down realm and climbs to its top. The demogorgon follows him but then Will bravely attempts a risky jump to another tree. Unfortunately, he can't grab hold and falls hard to the ground.
“Yes, Vecna existed in season 1 & yes, Will knew about it.”
This early footage reveals tense moments full of suspense and danger, hinting at deep connections to earlier seasons.
Author’s summary: The viral Stranger Things 5 teaser reignites fans’ excitement by revealing Will’s desperate struggle against a demogorgon, deepening the show's dark lore.