Stranger Things season 5 looks set to be one of the most anticipated television arrivals following the epic season 4 conclusion. 

When is Stranger Things season 5 coming out? Possible release date plus season 4 ending explained
When is Stranger Things season 5 coming out? Possible release date plus season 4 ending explained


When Netflix dropped the final episodes of Stranger Things season 4 Volume 2(opens in new tab), the fantasy horror series broke streaming records. Viewers' hearts were also broken with the emotional scenes delivered by the exceptional cast. So it's no surprise that fans are eager to know when season 5 is set to be released - to find out what the ending of season 4 means for the future of the Hawkins gang.

Not only are viewers keen to find out when season 5 could land, but the introduction of a new enemy from the Upside Down raised the question can Demobats kill(opens in new tab). The pesky minions of season 5 monster Vecna(opens in new tab) - we saw the two creatures cause havoc and end lives in the gripping grand finale.

When is Stranger Things season 5 coming out? 

There is currently no confirmed season 5 release dateHowever actor David Harbour - who plays Jim Hopper - suggested that "it’d probably come out mid-2024, based on our track record.” In the interview with GQ(opens in new tab), he said that filming will likely begin in 2023, and that “they’re finishing writing it this year, and they need to prep and stuff, so hopefully it’ll be this year”.

From previous experience, the time frame given by Harbour sounds correct. There were similar gaps between the release of season 1 - 3, of approximately 18 months. However, Season 4 was delayed due to pandemic restrictions.