'Stranger Things' S05: New cast members join for the final season
Stranger Things is back for its fifth and last season, with Volume 1 dropping on November 26, 2025.
This time, Hawkins gets some fresh faces and new storylines as the show heads toward its big finale.
The season is split into three volumes, with Volume 2 releasing on December 25 and Volume 3 on December 31.
Meet the new characters shaking up Hawkins
Joining the cast are Linda Hamilton as Dr. Kay, a military scientist after Eleven;
Nell Fisher as Holly Wheeler, Mike and Nancy's little sister;
Jake Connolly as Derek Turnbow, whom Will helps identify as Vecna's next target;
and Alex Breaux as Lt. Robert Akers, Dr. Kay's henchman who ends up captured by Eleven and Hopper.
What's next for fans?
Production wrapped earlier this year, and you won't have to wait long—Volumes 2 and 3 drop on December 25 and December 31.
After nearly a decade since it began in 2016, this is your last chance to see how Stranger Things wraps up!