The wait is almost over — Stranger Things Season 5 is on its final stretch, and the excitement (and anxiety) among fans is through the roof. As Netflix gears up for the show’s epic finale, the cast is opening up about what to expect — and Finn Wolfhard’s latest comments have fans drawing some interesting parallels to Game of Thrones. Here is why fans are going crazy about stranger things.
The Duffer Brothers’ Big Game of Thrones Inspiration
In a recent interview with Empire Magazine, the Duffer Brothers revealed that the final season of Stranger Things will take inspiration from the legendary “Battle of the Bastards” episode from Game of Thrones. If that clue tells us anything, it’s that we can expect a finale packed with massive battles, emotional moments, and possibly, heartbreak.
Finn Wolfhard Opens Up About Stranger Things 5 Finale
Speaking to Time Magazine, actor Finn Wolfhard — who plays Mike Wheeler — compared the tension around the upcoming Stranger Things ending to the backlash Game of Thrones received after its divisive finale.
“I think everyone was pretty worried, honestly,” Wolfhard admitted. “The way that Game of Thrones got torn to shreds in that final season, we’re all walking into this going, ‘We hope to not have that kind of thing happen.’ But then we read the scripts. We knew that it was something special.”
Fans of Game of Thrones will remember how the eighth season polarized audiences, leaving many disappointed by its rushed storylines and character arcs. Wolfhard’s comments suggest the Stranger Things cast is aware of that pressure — and determined to deliver a finale that lives up to the hype.
The Stakes Are Higher Than Ever in Hawkins
Over the course of four thrilling seasons, Stranger Things has built a deeply emotional bond with its audience. Now, with Season 5 just weeks away, the show is preparing for its grand conclusion — one that promises to tie up every thread from Hawkins to the Upside Down.
Volume 1 of Stranger Things 5 is set to premiere on November 26, followed by Volume 2 on Christmas and Volume 3 on New Year’s Eve. With the fate of Hawkins hanging by a thread, Eleven, Mike, Will, Lucas, and Dustin must once again face their most terrifying enemy yet — Vecna. Meanwhile, Max remains in a coma, and the chaos of the Upside Down continues to spread.
Returning Cast Members
Fans can expect the full Stranger Things family to return for the show’s final fight, including:
Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Noah Schnapp, Sadie Sink, Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton, Joe Keery, Maya Hawke, Priah Ferguson, Brett Gelman, Cara Buono, and Jamie Campbell Bower.
Can Stranger Things Avoid a Game of Thrones-Style Backlash?
As the countdown to the finale begins, fans are cautiously optimistic. The Game of Thrones comparison looms large, but according to the cast, the Stranger Things finale is shaping up to be something truly unforgettable — emotional, explosive, and satisfying.
Whether the series ends with tears, triumph, or both, one thing’s for sure: Stranger Things is set to go out with a bang — not a whimper.
📅 Stranger Things Season 5 Release Schedule:
- Volume 1: November 26, 2025
- Volume 2: December 25, 2025 (Christmas)
- Volume 3: December 31, 2025 (New Year’s Eve)
ALSO READ: [Finn Wolfhard Teases Stranger Things Conclusion Ahead of Season 5 Release — Says It “Couldn’t Have Ended Better”]
Credits: Netflix | Time Magazine | Empire
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