The end of an era is finally upon us. After a decade-long run, the stars of Stranger Things are opening up about their final season, which promises to be an epic conclusion to the beloved sci-fi series.
The Duffer brothers, who created the show, have been feeling the pressure to deliver a satisfying finale. "It makes me sad," admits Ross Duffer, one half of the twin brother duo behind the series. "Because it's easier not to think about the show actually ending." Matt Duffer echoes his sentiments, saying that he would rather have the demands of launching a new series than trying to stick the landing with an already established hit.
Despite their reservations, the brothers are determined to give their fans the best possible conclusion to the series. "I would rather have the pressure of trying to stick the landing," says Matt, after some consideration. The stakes are high, but the Duffers are confident in their ability to deliver a satisfying finale.
The show's success has been meteoric, with Stranger Things becoming one of the most popular TV series of the last decade. The Duffers' decision to base the show on John Carpenter-esque sci-fi films and pay tribute to Stephen King was a bold move, but it paid off in spades. Winona Ryder and Matthew Modine were already on board when the brothers began production, which added an air of authenticity to the project.
The show's impact extends beyond its own fanbase. Kate Bush, one of the most iconic musicians of all time, saw her music experience a resurgence in popularity after the release of season four's soundtrack, "Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)". The song became a massive hit, reaching number one on the UK charts for the first time since 1978.
This level of cultural impact is a testament to the show's enduring appeal. As Ross Duffer notes, "We had no idea it would go viral in the way that it did. We were surprised, and Kate was surprised, by how much it connected with younger people."
The final season promises to be just as epic, with Linda Hamilton joining the cast as Dr Kay, a steely military scientist with a penchant for getting into fights. The show's iconic hairdos are also back in style, with Dr Kay sporting a memorable 80s-inspired look.
For the young actors who have grown up playing these characters – Noah Schnapp, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, and Caleb McLaughlin – it marks an emotional conclusion to their own journey. "Playing these characters has been amazing," says McLaughlin, "and I think their storylines have come full circle, and it's time for that to end." Wolfhard adds a more introspective tone to the conversation, saying that the experience of filming Stranger Things was both exhilarating and emotionally draining.
As for the final episode itself? The Duffer brothers have already designed the ending they want, which promises to be a satisfying conclusion to the series. "Hopefully, it works," says Matt Duffer, echoing the hopes of millions of fans around the world.
The Duffer brothers, who created the show, have been feeling the pressure to deliver a satisfying finale. "It makes me sad," admits Ross Duffer, one half of the twin brother duo behind the series. "Because it's easier not to think about the show actually ending." Matt Duffer echoes his sentiments, saying that he would rather have the demands of launching a new series than trying to stick the landing with an already established hit.
Despite their reservations, the brothers are determined to give their fans the best possible conclusion to the series. "I would rather have the pressure of trying to stick the landing," says Matt, after some consideration. The stakes are high, but the Duffers are confident in their ability to deliver a satisfying finale.
The show's success has been meteoric, with Stranger Things becoming one of the most popular TV series of the last decade. The Duffers' decision to base the show on John Carpenter-esque sci-fi films and pay tribute to Stephen King was a bold move, but it paid off in spades. Winona Ryder and Matthew Modine were already on board when the brothers began production, which added an air of authenticity to the project.
The show's impact extends beyond its own fanbase. Kate Bush, one of the most iconic musicians of all time, saw her music experience a resurgence in popularity after the release of season four's soundtrack, "Running Up That Hill (A Deal With God)". The song became a massive hit, reaching number one on the UK charts for the first time since 1978.
This level of cultural impact is a testament to the show's enduring appeal. As Ross Duffer notes, "We had no idea it would go viral in the way that it did. We were surprised, and Kate was surprised, by how much it connected with younger people."
The final season promises to be just as epic, with Linda Hamilton joining the cast as Dr Kay, a steely military scientist with a penchant for getting into fights. The show's iconic hairdos are also back in style, with Dr Kay sporting a memorable 80s-inspired look.
For the young actors who have grown up playing these characters – Noah Schnapp, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, and Caleb McLaughlin – it marks an emotional conclusion to their own journey. "Playing these characters has been amazing," says McLaughlin, "and I think their storylines have come full circle, and it's time for that to end." Wolfhard adds a more introspective tone to the conversation, saying that the experience of filming Stranger Things was both exhilarating and emotionally draining.
As for the final episode itself? The Duffer brothers have already designed the ending they want, which promises to be a satisfying conclusion to the series. "Hopefully, it works," says Matt Duffer, echoing the hopes of millions of fans around the world.
. The show's ability to tap into nostalgia and create a sense of community among its fans is no joke. It's amazing how something like an 80s sci-fi show can resonate with people in the modern era 
. And honestly, I'm both excited and sad at the same time - it feels like the end of an era 
. The casting announcements for the final season are giving me major throwback vibes 
, but at the same time, I'm curious to see how they're going to wrap up the storylines in a satisfying way. Fingers crossed that the Duffer brothers deliver 
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i've been hooked from the pilot ep and it's crazy how much it has grown in popularity 
gotta say tho duffer brothers are super nervous about ending the show, kinda feel for them tbh... 
what if they cant live up to the hype? anyway, excited to see linda hamilton join the cast and i love that the final ep is designed by the bros themselves 
fave character storyline: will jackson go rogue or stay loyal?? 
& can we pls talk about linda hamilton joining the cast?! 
she's gonna be DR KAY OMG I'M SO HYPED!!! 
. But on the other hand, is it time to say goodbye to these characters after all they've been through? I don't know, man... my mind is all over the place 
, always so choppy and hard to follow 
? And what's up with the awkward phrasing? "We had no idea it would go viral" is basically saying "we were surprised by how much it connected with people" 
And another thing, where are the teasers for the final season?! We need more info about what's going down! 
lol & whats with all the pressure on the duffer brothers to deliver? cant they just relax and have fun making it? its all so dramatic 
I'm really gonna miss this show when it's over... like, what am I gonna do without Eleven and the gang fighting supernatural creatures? 
The cast has grown up so much since the first season, and it's been amazing to see them all evolve into their characters. Noah, Finn, Gaten, Caleb - they're not kids anymore! 
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. I mean, can you even believe it? The final season is coming and I'm a total mess 
. It's bittersweet for me because I've grown so attached to these characters over the years... it feels like I'm saying goodbye to a part of my life 
and now we get to say goodbye to these iconic characters who've been such a huge part of our childhoods. it's emotional 
. It's wild to think that we're finally going to get a conclusion to their stories 
. But, at the same time, they've managed to create something truly unique and special that's resonated with audiences worldwide 
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. The final season also promises to be visually stunning, with nods to classic 80s hairdos 
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. Fingers crossed that the final episode lives up to our expectations! 
the duffer brothers are killing it with this finale and i just know it's gonna be EPIC 
and can you believe kate bush saw her music go viral after season 4?! 
... I mean, I've grown up with these characters and seen them go through so much together. It's crazy to think that this is the final season, I keep thinking it's just a new chapter for the gang 
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i've been invested in this show since season 1 and i'm so ready for an epic conclusion. the idea of linda hamilton joining the cast as dr kay is giving me LIFE 
we're going to get the best finale ever, mark my words 
The Duffer brothers have been working their magic for so long, and it's amazing to see how they've managed to create such a massive impact on pop culture 
It's crazy how much the show has impacted pop culture 
The 80s vibes are already giving me chills