The end of an era is almost here for Stranger Things . After nearly a decade of monsters, mysteries and unforgettable moments in Hawkins, the hit Netflix show is gearing up to deliver its final episode. As fans prepare to say goodbye, many are wondering exactly when the Season 5 finale will arrive — and what time they can start streaming it.
Below, find out the Stranger Things Season 5 finale release date, streaming time and how to watch the last chapter unfold.
The Stranger Things Season 5 finale premieres on December 31, 2025, marking the official end of the hit Netflix series after nearly a decade on the air.
The finale drops at 12 a.m. PT / 3 a.m. ET on December 31, following Netflix’s standard global release schedule.
Fans can stream the Stranger Things Season 5 finale exclusively on Netflix. In addition to streaming, the final episode will also screen in select theaters across the U.S. and Canada on premiere night.
The final season brings back the show’s core cast, including Millie Bobby Brown (Eleven), Finn Wolfhard (Mike), Noah Schnapp (Will), Gaten Matarazzo (Dustin), Caleb McLaughlin (Lucas), Sadie Sink (Max), Natalie Dyer (Nancy), Charlie Heaton (Jonathan), Joe Keery (Steve), and series veterans Winona Ryder (Joyce) and David Harbour (Hopper).
Netflix has confirmed that the Season 5 finale is feature-length, with a runtime of just over two hours, making it the longest episode in the series’ history.
