The final trailer for ‘Stranger Things 5’ takes an unexpected turn and confirms who the true protagonist of the series is

In the final hours before the long‑awaited premiere of the Stranger Things series finale, anticipation is off the charts. Fans are flooding social media with theories, especially about who the real central character of the story is.

Over the years, many viewers shifted their focus away from Eleven and toward Will Byers and the sinister Vecna. But the new trailer for Episode 8 of Stranger Things 5 wipes away any doubt: Eleven — played by Millie Bobby Brown — is the true heart of the show.

‘Stranger Things 5’ trailer

The quick scenes in the trailer make that crystal clear. We see Jim Hopper urging Eleven to fight “one last time,” fully aware that her powers will be the deciding factor in the final showdown with Vecna. He also reminds her of everything she’s endured to get here — the “horrible people” who stole her childhood, manipulated her, and hurt her.

It’s a powerful, emotional pep talk that ends with a striking message: “Fight for the days waiting for you on the other side.”

Stranger Things 5 release schedule: all episodes

Netflix has split the final season into three release windows. Here is the full breakdown.

First part | Episodes 1, 2, 3 and 4 - Already streaming

Second part | Episodes 5, 6 and 7 - Streaming Thursday, Dec. 26 in the United States

Third part | Episode 8, the series finale - Streaming Tuesday, Dec. 31 in the United States.

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