Actor Finn Wolfhard recently divulged details about the final fifth season of Netflix’s iconic series, Stranger Things. During his guest appearances on The Kelly Clarkson Show and in an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Wolfhard disclosed how the upcoming season differs from the preceding episodes, and how it brings back the ensemble cast in one epic farewell.
Key Takeaways:
– Season 5 of Stranger Things reunites the split-up cast members for a unified storyline.
– Finn Wolfhard indicates a throwback to the dynamics of the show’s first season.
– Filming for this installment, planned initially for May 2023, has been rescheduled to start from January this year.
– Unresolved mysteries about the Upside Down and pivotal future plot elements will be unfurled in the upcoming season.
– No firm release date has been specified yet, but the final season is anticipated to air on Netflix in 2025.
A Nostalgic Treat for Fans
Wolfhard, who portrays the character of Mike Wheeler in the series, shares that the final season will deviate starkly from the previous one where most characters had isolated storylines. Instead, Season 5 hearkens back to the nostalgic feel of the inaugural season, reassembling all cast members for an intertwined narrative that concludes the series grandly.
“It’s the fifth and final season so it’s a special thing that we’re just trying to make it as best as we can, have the proper send-off,” Wolfhard said. “It’s kind of like an isolated story where all the cast is not split up, we’re all kind of together. It’s just been great.”
Reviving the Ensemble Chemistry
Cast members often found themselves separated during the filming of Season 4, eliciting disappointment in many, including Wolfhard. This pattern, however, shifts drastically in Season 5. The actor divulged his excitement about being able to share scenes and spend time with his fellow cast members regularly, both on-set and in real life.
“We’re all together all the time, and a bunch of us live around the corner from each other, so the cast is really seeing each other a lot, and we’re in a lot of the same scenes, which has been really great,” he said.
Back to Season One Roots
Wolfhard further enticed fans with hints about the final season emulating dynamics from Season 1. His character, Mike, will have some noteworthy ‘leader’ moments, and the season as a whole promises grandeur and a resonating finale to the popular series.
“This last season is sort of a crossroads, and so we’re getting back into a lot of the dynamics of season one, which is really fun. There are some ‘leader Mike’ moments, and it’s a very grand season,” concluded Wolfhard.
Expect Answers in Final Season
Unanswered queries about the Upside Down, a parallel universe featured in the series, popped up among fans during Season 4. Ross Duffer, the series’ creator, assured these lingering questions would be addressed in the final installment.
“We’ve punted a couple of those to have some big reveals in Season 5, and that’s going to greatly influence what Season 5 is about,” revealed Duffer through Netflix’s Tudum event. Thus, viewers can anticipate an exciting unraveling of underlying secrets about the show’s narrative.
Filming Rescheduled
The filming for Stranger Things’ final season was slated for May 2023. However, due to Hollywood strikes, the shooting has been rescheduled to commence earlier, this year itself. The yet-to-be-announced official release date is expected to fall sometime in 2025 on Netflix.
In conclusion, Stranger Things Season 5 is set to wrap up the series with thrilling narratives, cherished reunions, and fan-favorite elements from the early days of the show. Stay tuned for more updates on this anticipated season!
