Stranger Things 5 Episode 1’s First Five Minutes Goes Viral
On Stranger Things Day, November 6, the creators released the first five minutes of the season 5 premiere, surprising and exciting fans worldwide. This clip quickly went viral across social media and was warmly welcomed by the audience.
The teaser was posted on Netflix's official Instagram with the caption:
“November 12, 1983. Watch the first 5 minutes of Stranger Things 5 now.”
Scene Overview
The scene takes us back to 1983, portraying a 12-year-old Will hiding in Castle Byers. Cold, pale, and trembling, Will sings The Clash’s song Should I Stay Or Should I Go. Suddenly, a demogorgon discovers him and attacks.
- Will fires his rifle at the creature and flees.
- He runs until he finds a tree in the Upside Down and climbs to the top.
- The demogorgon climbs after him, but Will bravely attempts to leap to another tree.
- Unfortunately, he fails to grab hold and falls hard to the ground.
Fact Reminder
It is confirmed that Vecna existed in season 1, and Will was aware of it.
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Author’s summary: The viral first five minutes of Stranger Things 5 unlock intense early moments that deepen Will's story and reconnect fans to the series’ dark mysteries.