'Stranger Things' trailer drops ahead of climactic series finale

The long-awaited final trailer for the last chapter of Stranger Things has arrived, offering fans a first look at the intense conclusion to the hit sci-fi saga ahead of its New Year’s Eve debut. 

The new trailer, released Dec. 30, previews dramatic moments and sets the stage for a high-stakes finale as Hawkins faces its most perilous threat yet.

Featuring familiar faces and ominous glimpses of supernatural confrontations, the footage underscores the looming battle against long-time antagonist Vecna, with the fate of multiple characters hanging in the balance. 

According to People, viewers can expect emotional farewells and explosive action as the story hurtles toward its end.

Moreover, the finale episode, titled The Rightside Up, is scheduled to premiere on Dec. 31, 2025, both on Netflix and in select theaters worldwide, marking a rare dual release for a television series conclusion. 

The two-hour and eight-minute special will wrap up the narrative arc that began when the show first debuted in 2016.

Since Volume 2 of Season 5 premiered on Christmas Day, anticipation has surged, with fans dissecting every trailer frame for clues about upcoming twists and the fate of beloved characters. 

Furthermore, the trailer’s emotional weight and epic visuals reflect a finale that creators promise will be both thrilling and deeply character-driven.