#stranger-things

#stranger-things

The hotly-awaited final season of Netflix's smash-hit horror, sci-fi and '80s coming-of-age drama show gets underway on Thursday, and anyone passing through one of London's busiest train stations will know about. An 'Upside Down' Christmas tree has been unveiled at Waterloo Station - as well as Manchester Piccadilly - with Hawkins-themed baubles and ornaments for commuters to enjoy. (To stress, the tree itself isn't upside down, unless you're standing on your head.)

Do you remember the deadbeat Byers father from the first season of Stranger Things? Of course you don't. Played by the veteran actor Ross Partridge, his name was Lonniewhich, again, no reason why you'd remember that either. The character was a cliche bad-dad: sleazy white tank top, messy hair, soulless loser, and the ex-husband to Winona Ryder's Joyce Byers. She kicks him out of the house after just four episodes.

"Seeing how the world receives Will, and embraces him, has taught me through the years to feel OK in who I am and how I express myself," he said about art imitating life. Both the character and the star are gay. Fans have pretty much always believed Will was gay, and that was confirmed in season four when he indicated his secret love for Mike. Schnapp came out as gay a little later, on TikTok in 2023.

It's been almost a decade since the first season premiered in 2016, yet only a few years have passed within the story, resulting in quite a few jokes about its 20-something stars riding their bikes around like little kids. But ahead of the final season of Stranger Things premiering later this month, the streamer has found a way to keep the Hawkins gang eternally young: Stranger Things: Tales from '85, an animated series set between Seasons 2 and 3.

If you're a Stranger Things fan--or you're looking to do some easy shopping for the Stranger Things fan in your life--then you'll want to check out this new Stranger Things VHS Diorama recreating the pivotal moment in the first season when Eleven faces down the Demogorgon creature. The collectible releases on November 30--just a few days after the first batch of the final episodes hit Netflix--and preorders are available for $30 at Amazon.

Titled "Upside Down Invasion: Stranger Things," the float injects a dose of eerie dimension-hopping drama into the lineup of Broadway casts, giant balloons and high-kicking marching bands. Netflix says the installation will "thrill audiences on the streets of New York and across America as a demogorgon creates chaos along the parade route." Consider it a festive reminder that sometimes you need more than stuffing and a stretchy waistband. You might also need telekinesis.

I love that Joe Quinn is toying with people! But no, he's dead,

Wrapping up nearly 10 years of production, Stranger Things has been ramping up its marketing this past month, relying heavily on nostalgia. With many sayings such as "the end of an era" and "one last adventure" on Instagram, it seems like the directors, the Duffer Brothers, are really drumming up anticipation as Netflix's "best TV show" comes to an end.

Since this Netflix hit relies heavily on nostalgia and all things '80s and retro, the collection of cookies, candies, and kitchen tools also follows that theme. So if you were born that time or if you just enjoy all things from that decade, this collection would be right up your alley. The main draw is the Stranger Things Advent Calendar, which helps you count down to the Christmas season and is packed with '80s‑themed sweets and treats that would feel at home in Hawkins, Indiana.

The venues will offer a permanent year-round home for fans to engage with Netflix content, including a mix of complimentary and paid experiences. They are somewhat of a movie theater on steroids, offering theaters to catch screenings of-you guessed it-Netflix movies and shows, as well as some games and other experiences inspired by the streaming giant's library of content. Both sites will also feature casual, full-service restaurants serving food and cocktails.

Aaron Sims was challenged to design the Demogorgon for Stranger Things after the creators admitted they had no specific vision for the monster.

It was a crazy situation this song that I wrote was being linked to the head of the Catholic church! Joe Keery sounds incredulous.