Stranger Things Season 5: The first five minutes of Episode 1 are out, and here

Stranger Things Season 5: First Five Minutes Released

The opening five minutes of Stranger Things Season 5 have been released, delivering an intense and chilling introduction that captures the essence of Hawkins. Right away, the scene takes us back to the eerie and unsettling atmosphere fans remember.

Opening Scene Highlights

The premiere episode, titled "The Crawl", begins directly on November 12, 1983 — the very day Will Byers disappeared in Season 1.

Netflix couldn’t have picked a better way to kick off Stranger Things Season 5.

A digitally de-aged Noah Schnapp portrays a 12-year-old Will, quietly singing The Clash’s "Should I Stay or Should I Go" inside Castle Byers, evoking strong nostalgia for the early season.

Suddenly, the tension spikes with a terrifying screech and an explosive sound. Will races through the forest, a flickering flashlight in hand, his frantic heartbeat audible as he climbs a tree for safety. Tragically, the branches give way, and he falls.

A Dark Turn

The situation grows darker than expected. The Demogorgon captures Will and drags him to the Upside Down version of Hawkins Library, where Vecna awaits with a terrifying promise.

Vecna makes a horrifying promise that sets the stage for the last and final fight.

Summary

These first minutes masterfully blend nostalgia and horror, setting a gripping tone for Season 5's ultimate showdown.

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Soap Central Soap Central — 2025-11-07

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