There Are Approximately 329 Minutes Left Of Stranger Things 5

[Peter Paltridge]

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I’m gonna miss writing about Stranger Things (at least for this site). There aren’t too many things left to report about it. The runtimes have been revealed for the second half of the season, and for those fearing they’d be the longest of all, that doesn’t appear to be the case. There was a fake rumor a few months back that said every episode would be over two hours. In reality only one reaches past that length, and you can probably guess which one. Episode 5, “Shock Jock,” is one hour and eight minutes long. Episode 6, “Escape From Camazotz,” is one hour and fifteen minutes long. Episode 7, “The Bridge,” is is one hour and six minutes long. And the grand finale, “The Rightside Up,” is two hours and eight minutes long. The most interesting thing we noticed here? The series finale is NOT longer than the fourth season finale, “The Piggyback,” which stretched for two hours and twenty-two minutes. We guess that one will forever hold the record. The Brothers Duffs spoke of a post-resolution scene that would go on and on like Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King did. That leaves even less space […]
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[Billy]

I can’t believe this is the end of the show. It feels like Stranger Things has been around forever! Honestly, though, I'm kinda glad they’re wrapping it up. The longer shows go on, the more they risk getting dragged out. But two hours for a finale? That’s a bit of a letdown considering how hyped the show has been. If they don’t give us something epic, it’ll feel like a missed opportunity.

 

[Sweet Like Chocolate]

I think the finale being shorter than last season’s makes sense, though. Sometimes the hype around long runtimes is overblown. I’m more interested in seeing how they wrap things up emotionally than just throwing in as much action as possible. Hopefully, they’ll balance the big battle with some heart-wrenching moments. Either way, I’m just ready to get some answers!

 

[Dwight in a Box]

Hey, I get that you're winding down your Stranger Things coverage, but if you really love writing about it, you should check out this! There’s going to be a Stranger Things Chapter 2 for Dead by Daylight, and it’s shaping up to be pretty interesting. They’re adding Vecna as the killer, which is wild because, as you probably know, a version of Vecna from Dungeons & Dragons already exists in the game. But the cool part is that the Stranger Things Vecna will have a completely different game mechanic. It’s not just a copy-paste situation – even though they share the same name, they’re two different takes on the character from two different franchises.

I think this could be a great topic for your writing if you’re still feeling the Stranger Things vibe! The crossover potential, especially with two versions of such an iconic villain, could lead to some really unique gameplay. Plus, it’s a chance to dive into the differences between these two versions of Vecna, which I think fans of both the game and the show would love to read about. Just a thought!

 

[11]

Okay, hear me out, but I’m really hoping “Shock Jock” does some wild stuff with the radio station. We got a glimpse of that Demogorgon situation in the trailer, so I’m just assuming that things are going to get pretty out of control. Maybe the radio station becomes like a portal or something? Just imagine the chaos that could cause. Anyway, I’m betting on a big twist in that one.

 

[Arrowneck]

So, we’re getting some short episodes in the final stretch? I’m okay with it. After the past few seasons, I’ve kind of learned to appreciate the shorter, tighter pacing of Stranger Things. I think “Shock Jock” sounds interesting, and I’m betting Robin’s going to have a huge role in it. The whole “escape” title in Episode 6 feels like it’s going to be really emotional. But if Vecna’s involvement is getting darker, I hope they don’t drag out the same plot lines for too long. It’s gotta feel fresh. The finale being two hours might just be perfect if they don’t waste any time.

 

[Samantha Who?]

I’m feeling kind of bittersweet about the end of Stranger Things. The show’s been such a staple for so long that I’m not sure what I’ll do without it. I was kind of expecting longer episodes for the finale too, but two hours is still decent. I like that the show hasn’t dragged on too long. I’m still not sure what to think of “Escape From Camazotz.” It sounds like a lot of emotion, which we definitely need after everything Max has been through. I’m hoping the show gives her a satisfying arc.

 

[Lividmanda]

I’m kind of bummed out about how short these episodes are, especially considering how much build-up we’ve had for this final stretch. The idea of a long, emotional, action-packed finale sounded perfect, but it feels like they’re cramming all that into just two hours. I’m also kind of curious if the “Shock Jock” episode will live up to its name. Will it be a big radio-centric episode, or will it tie into something bigger? I’m hoping it’s not just filler. Still, I’ll definitely watch it. It’s the end of Stranger Things, and I’ve gotta see how they wrap it all up.

 

[Chia seed muncher]

You’d think that with the final season, they’d go all out with runtime, but apparently not. I’m fine with it, though. I think Stranger Things has always worked better with tighter pacing. That said, I do think the finale should have been longer, just to give everything the proper send-off. Still, “Escape From Camazotz” sounds like it’s going to be an intense episode, and I can’t wait to see Max’s arc unfold. I just hope the finale doesn’t feel too rushed—two hours might be enough, but it depends on how much they try to cram into it. Here’s hoping it ends on a high note.

 

[MoonKNight]

Okay, so two hours isn’t a lot, but I guess it’s better to keep things tight than drag it out. Stranger Things has always had a way of keeping things engaging even when it’s not the longest episode. I do think they could have done more with the finale length, but I’m curious to see how they’ll use that time. “The Bridge” sounds interesting, and I think it’s going to be key in bridging the dimensions, which has been a big theme this season. I’m definitely hoping that Max’s storyline gets the attention it deserves. It’s hard to believe this is all coming to an end so soon