'Stranger Things' Season 5 "Canceled," Fate Confirmed

The Netflix hit television series Stranger Things has become an iconic flagship for the streaming service, but it still has faced its fair share of challenges.

If you haven’t taken time to watch Netflix’s hit television series Stranger Things, now is the time. Created by the Duffer Brothers, this sci-fi horror show has captured the hearts of millions with its nostalgic homage to 1980s pop culture and its thrilling supernatural storyline. As the show progressed through its first four seasons, fans became deeply invested in the characters of Hawkins, Indiana, and the mysterious occurrences surrounding the parallel dimension known as the Upside Down. With each passing season, the anticipation for what comes next has reached a fever pitch.

One of the key elements that keep fans hooked is the exceptional ensemble cast, featuring talented young actors like Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, and others. The chemistry among the cast members has been a driving force behind the show’s success, making viewers emotionally invested in the characters’ fates. The announcement of Stranger Things Season 5 has only intensified the excitement, with fans speculating about the new challenges and mysteries the characters will face.

The show’s ability to seamlessly blend supernatural elements with the everyday struggles of adolescence is another reason for its widespread appeal. It taps into universal themes of friendship, loyalty, and the fight against evil forces, creating a narrative that resonates across generations. As fans eagerly hope for the release of Stranger Things Season 5, which would be the last season, the speculation and excitement on social media platforms only continue to grow. The Duffer Brothers have set a high bar with the previous seasons, and fans are counting down the days until they can once again delve into the mysteries of Hawkins and the Upside Down.

However, the final season is facing its fair share of problems.

Over the last few months, we’ve reported on numerous stories coming from the Duffer Brothers and the cast of Stranger Things as they prepare for the fifth and final season. Millie Bobby Brown (Eleven) came out with comments that went viral just a month ago when she said that she was ready to tell the Netflix hit television series “thank you and goodbye.” She said: “When you’re ready, you’re like, ‘All right, let’s do this. Let’s tackle this last senior year. Let’s get out of here… ‘Stranger Things’ takes up a lot of time to film and it’s preventing me from creating stories that I’m passionate about. So I’m ready to say, ‘Thank you, and goodbye.’”

Other stars in the show, including David Harbour, have expressed sadness that the show is coming to an end but also shared that they understood why Stranger Things Season 5 would be the last season. Gaten Matarazzo shared in comments that he was fearful for what was next after the show came to an end, noting that he would go back to being a “freelancer” without any guarantees on what his next project might be.

While there is uncertainty surrounding many cast members, none is more prominent than Noah Schnapp, who plays Will Byers on the hit television show. Schnapp recently went viral after he was seen in a video with messages that shared “Zionism is sexy” and “Hamas is ISIS.” Schnapp was bashed on social media by many as a result. As a matter of fact, the backlash was so intense that a multitude of users threatened to cancel their Netflix accounts if he was not removed from Stranger Things.

In the midst of hundreds threatening to cancel Stranger Things by boycotting Season 5,a report from insiders with Netflix shared that the company is “keeping an eye on Noah Schnapp,” but there is no plan to remove him from the show, the report shares.

“It’s unlikely that he’ll be fired from, recast, or killed off in the final season of Stranger Things,” the report from The Streamr says.

It’s important to note that Netflix and the Duffer Brothers have not offered official comments on the matter. Stranger Things is not set to begin filming until some point in 2024, and the fifth season will likely not be ready to be released until late 2025.

Inside the Magic will keep you updated on the latest developments with Stranger Things.