Netflix’s hit series Stranger Things has officially wrapped production on its fifth and final season after filming for nearly a year in Georgia. Netflix announced the milestone on Friday, sharing behind-the-scenes photos on social media with the caption, “That’s a wrap on Stranger Things. See you in 2025.”
A Georgia-Based Production
Since its debut in 2016, Stranger Things has been a significant part of Georgia’s thriving film and television industry. The show’s recognizable locations, including the fictional Hawkins, Indiana, were brought to life in various parts of the state. For the final season, production continued in Georgia, where the cast and crew worked to conclude the beloved series after nearly a decade of storytelling.
Returning Cast for Season 5
The entire main cast returns for Season 5, including Winona Ryder (Joyce Byers), David Harbour (Jim Hopper), Millie Bobby Brown (Eleven), Finn Wolfhard (Mike Wheeler), Gaten Matarazzo (Dustin Henderson), Caleb McLaughlin (Lucas Sinclair), Noah Schnapp (Will Byers), and Sadie Sink (Max Mayfield). Supporting cast members Joe Keery, Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton, Maya Hawke, Brett Gelman, and Priah Ferguson will also reprise their roles, along with Jamie Campbell Bower as the villainous Vecna.
Joining the cast is Linda Hamilton, best known for her role in Terminator. Her role in the final season remains under wraps, adding intrigue to the series’ conclusion.
A Legacy of Storytelling
Created by the Duffer Brothers, Stranger Things has become a cultural phenomenon, blending 1980s nostalgia with sci-fi and horror. The series follows a group of teenagers in Hawkins, Indiana, as they confront supernatural threats from the Upside Down, a dark parallel dimension. Over four seasons, the show has won 12 Primetime Emmy Awards and gained a dedicated global fanbase.
Looking Ahead to the Final Chapter
While Netflix has yet to announce an exact release date, Stranger Things Season 5 is expected to premiere in 2025. This final season will bring back the characters fans have grown to love while introducing new storylines and challenges.
As production in Georgia concludes, the cast and crew leave behind nearly a year of work to deliver what promises to be a memorable conclusion to the series. Fans around the world now await the final chapter of the Hawkins gang’s journey as they prepare to face the ultimate battle against Vecna and the Upside Down.
