The end of an era: Stars of Stranger Things grapple with the final season
As the fifth and final season of Stranger Things prepares to hit screens, its stars are struggling to come to terms with the impending conclusion of their decade-long journey. The Duffer brothers, who have been instrumental in shaping the show's narrative, admit that it's becoming increasingly difficult for them to talk about the finale without getting emotional.
"It makes me sad," says Ross Duffer, "because it's easier not to think about the show actually ending." Matt Duffer nods in agreement. "I would rather have the pressure of trying to stick the landing."
The brothers' decision to conclude the series after five seasons was not taken lightly. With a decade-long commitment from its young cast, many were worried that the show would become stale or that its storylines would start to feel repetitive.
"We almost prefer to be uncool," says Matt Duffer with a laugh. "I don't know how cool we are." His twin brother adds, "We're still not cool."
The fifth season sees the residents of Hawkins under military quarantine, jumping forward in time to November 1987. The show has always been faithful to its 80s roots, from the cars to the technology, right down to the food packaging.
"It's a time that I've lived through!" says Linda Hamilton, who plays Dr. Kay, a steely military scientist in charge of another mysterious laboratory. "My God, the 80s. My joke has always been that when a young actress comes up to me and says: 'Knowing everything you know, what's the most important thing for a young actress?' I say: 'Never go on film in the 80s.'"
Hamilton was initially hesitant to take on the role after suffering from a hip injury and feeling defeated. However, she was won over by her agent and, as she admits, is now a fangirl of the show.
The final season promises to be an emotional ride for fans, with many questions still unanswered until the very end. As Finn Wolfhard, who plays Mike, says: "So it feels weird to come up with surface answers, because the hard part, for me, is that it is a lot to process, and it is really emotional."
On the last day of filming, the entire cast was present, marking a rare occasion where actors stay on set until the very end. The brothers had long known what the final scene would be like, spending weeks working on those final 30 minutes.
The Duffer brothers have always been keen to keep their creative process private, but with Stranger Things coming to an end, they are now sharing their vision for the series' conclusion with fans.
As Matt Duffer says, "Hopefully, it works."
With just a few days left until its release, fans of Stranger Things are eagerly anticipating the final chapter in this decade-long journey. Will it be an emotional conclusion that lives up to the hype? Only time will tell.
As the fifth and final season of Stranger Things prepares to hit screens, its stars are struggling to come to terms with the impending conclusion of their decade-long journey. The Duffer brothers, who have been instrumental in shaping the show's narrative, admit that it's becoming increasingly difficult for them to talk about the finale without getting emotional.
"It makes me sad," says Ross Duffer, "because it's easier not to think about the show actually ending." Matt Duffer nods in agreement. "I would rather have the pressure of trying to stick the landing."
The brothers' decision to conclude the series after five seasons was not taken lightly. With a decade-long commitment from its young cast, many were worried that the show would become stale or that its storylines would start to feel repetitive.
"We almost prefer to be uncool," says Matt Duffer with a laugh. "I don't know how cool we are." His twin brother adds, "We're still not cool."
The fifth season sees the residents of Hawkins under military quarantine, jumping forward in time to November 1987. The show has always been faithful to its 80s roots, from the cars to the technology, right down to the food packaging.
"It's a time that I've lived through!" says Linda Hamilton, who plays Dr. Kay, a steely military scientist in charge of another mysterious laboratory. "My God, the 80s. My joke has always been that when a young actress comes up to me and says: 'Knowing everything you know, what's the most important thing for a young actress?' I say: 'Never go on film in the 80s.'"
Hamilton was initially hesitant to take on the role after suffering from a hip injury and feeling defeated. However, she was won over by her agent and, as she admits, is now a fangirl of the show.
The final season promises to be an emotional ride for fans, with many questions still unanswered until the very end. As Finn Wolfhard, who plays Mike, says: "So it feels weird to come up with surface answers, because the hard part, for me, is that it is a lot to process, and it is really emotional."
On the last day of filming, the entire cast was present, marking a rare occasion where actors stay on set until the very end. The brothers had long known what the final scene would be like, spending weeks working on those final 30 minutes.
The Duffer brothers have always been keen to keep their creative process private, but with Stranger Things coming to an end, they are now sharing their vision for the series' conclusion with fans.
As Matt Duffer says, "Hopefully, it works."
With just a few days left until its release, fans of Stranger Things are eagerly anticipating the final chapter in this decade-long journey. Will it be an emotional conclusion that lives up to the hype? Only time will tell.
. these kids who started as naive and innocent, now have to navigate the complexities of adulthood, just like we all do. the fifth season feels like a rite of passage, where they're finally facing the consequences of their actions. and in a way, that mirrors our own journey through life, trying to find our place and figure out who we are 
. it's bittersweet, isn't it? saying goodbye to these characters and the world they inhabit, but also acknowledging that sometimes, you have to let go of things that were once dear to you 
. I've invested so much of my time and emotions into the show, and I don't know how I'll cope when it's all over... 
. That must have been such a special moment for everyone involved 
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it's crazy how far along we've come since our first episode aired in 2016, now we're finally getting a sense of closure on the series but i'm also kinda nervous about how they'll wrap everything up - the duffer brothers seem to be aware that they're taking a risk by ending the show after five seasons 
I'm low-key sad that Stranger Things is ending 
Matt and Ross Duffer did a sick job of keeping us on our toes over the years, so fingers crossed it doesn't feel too rushed or unsatisfying 
). The cast is all grown up now and it'll be weird seeing them as their characters for the last time 
. I'm gonna miss Eleven's telekinetic tantrums 
and Hawkins' retro vibes 
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. We've invested so much of our hearts in this show over the years, it'd be a shame if they didn't give us some closure 
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The show has done such a great job of bringing us back to the 80s vibes, it's like you're right there with them, sipping on Eggos and watching Demogorgons roam free. 
It's gonna be so bittersweet when it all comes to an end... but I'm hyped for the conclusion! 
. And hey, at least we get to see the nostalgic 80s vibes one last time 
they've grown up so much over the past 5 seasons and it's crazy thinking about the final season being the last one... and the 80s setting is just going to be so nostalgic for me 
. The actors are all so talented and have grown into their roles, it's bittersweet seeing them say goodbye to this chapter of their lives 
It's crazy how fast a show can become such a huge part of your life, you know? 
. The 80s setting is always a winner in my book 
And can we talk about how dedicated the cast is? From Matt Duffer being self-deprecating to Finn Wolfhard's emotional take on the finale, I'm sold 
. Bring on that final season and give me all the feels! 