News Stranger Things - Season 5

[The Nth Doctor]

Still no season 5 trailer or even release date(s) but Netflix announced today that they'll be releasing a documentary on the production of The First Shadow on April 15:

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As excited as I am for this release, as I always am for behind-the-scenes documentaries, I'm still hoping we'll get a full recording of The First Shadow itself at some point. As a theater person I would love to see it in person, but that's not feasible for time and financial reasons. I really hope Netflix gives all of us, who are fans of the show and who aren't able to see this stage production on the West End or on Broadway, the opportunity to enjoy it. And not just so we know the full story of Henry Creel (which I imagine will be covered in parts in season 5).

 

[JD]

Yeah, this does look pretty interesting. I'm thinking this has to be one of the most technically complicated plays ever.

 

[The Nth Doctor]

Finn Wolfhard was on Colbert last night to talk about his directorial debut with Hell of a Summer:

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The bulk of the episode was about the film but they did talk about Stranger Things for a couple of minutes, including about how the show filmed for a year in Atlanta for the final season. I don't think we knew this before but Colbert casually mentioned the final season will be out this autumn. I was hoping for late summer but I'll take autumn.

 

[Commander Troi]

Still no season 5 trailer or even release date(s) but Netflix announced today that they'll be releasing a documentary on the production of The First Shadow on April 15:

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As excited as I am for this release, as I always am for behind-the-scenes documentaries, I'm still hoping we'll get a full recording of The First Shadow itself at some point. As a theater person I would love to see it in person, but that's not feasible for time and financial reasons. I really hope Netflix gives all of us, who are fans of the show and who aren't able to see this stage production on the West End or on Broadway, the opportunity to enjoy it. And not just so we know the full story of Henry Creel (which I imagine will be covered in parts in season 5).

We watched this last night and it was very interesting. They had a long process of workshopping and rewrites and technical rehearsals. An insane amount of work was put into it. I hope we get to see it someday too.

 

[JD]

Have they announced yet when it's coming to Broadway? Or when they're going to do a touring version?

 

[FPAlpha]

Finn Wolfhard was on Colbert last night to talk about his directorial debut with Hell of a Summer:

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The bulk of the episode was about the film but they did talk about Stranger Things for a couple of minutes, including about how the show filmed for a year in Atlanta for the final season. I don't think we knew this before but Colbert casually mentioned the final season will be out this autumn. I was hoping for late summer but I'll take autumn.

Would be great if they release it on Halloween.

 

[Commander Troi]

Have they announced yet when it's coming to Broadway? Or when they're going to do a touring version?

Per Wikipedia:
In August 2024, it was announced that the show would transfer to Broadway in Spring 2025. Previews are expected to begin at the Marquis Theatre on March 28, 2025. The play's official opening date is scheduled for April 22, 2025.

 

[JD]

OK, thanks.

 

[Starscream2112]

I have my tickets for July. Never been to New York so I am looking forward to it.

 

[The Nth Doctor]

I'm supppper jealous of you. Let us know how it goes!

 

[Nerys Myk]

I have my tickets for July. Never been to New York so I am looking forward to it.

It is my understanding that the Bronx is up and the Battery is down. Also, the people ride in a hole in the ground.

 

[Kraig]

It is my understanding that the Bronx is up and the Battery is down. Also, the people ride in a hole in the ground.

If the Battery is down, you better recharge it.

 

[FredH]

If the Battery is down, you better recharge it.

Fortunately, it’s a wonderful town.

 

[oktay]

https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/stranger-things-animated-series-news

Stranger Things Animated Series Unveils Official Title
Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 is set in the Stranger Things universe.

Your Saturday morning cartoons are getting turned upside down.

The Stranger Things animated series, currently in the works at Netflix, now has a title: Stranger Things: Tales From ’85.

“We’ve always dreamed of an animated Stranger Things in the vein of the Saturday morning cartoons that we grew up loving, and to see this dream realized has been absolutely thrilling,” Stranger Things creators Matt and Ross Duffer tell Tudum
The Duffers are executive producing the new project via their Upside Down Pictures production banner, along with Shawn Levy and Dan Cohen via 21 Laps and Eric Robles via Flying Bark Productions. “We couldn’t be more blown away by what Eric Robles and his team have come up with –– the scripts and artwork are incredible, and we can’t wait to share more with you! The adventure continues …”

 

[The Nth Doctor]

Shamefully, I had forgotten about the animated series but I'm still super excited for it. I'm glad we finally have a title for it but still very little else.

 

[JD]

Yeah, same here. I love the idea of it, and I'm looking forward to getting a look at it.

 

[The Nth Doctor]

Ross Duffer talked about the play on the podcast Happy Sad Confused and how it relates to the final season (quote courtesy of io9):

“It is in communication a lot with season four and it’s setting up five in a way, but it is gonna be interesting. I think it informs five if you’ve seen the play and then watch season five, but then at the same time if you’re seeing the play after you seen season five it’ll probably play a little bit differently,” he said.​

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“You see that briefly in the documentary [Behind the Curtain: Stranger Things The First Shadow, now streaming on Netflix]. We’re trying to figure out how much information to put in this play because we don’t want to ruin the season five experience for anyone and we don’t want people to feel left out that are unable to get to New York or to London,” he said. “But at the same time we want the play to be meaningful and to play a role so I think finding that balance took a while to find exactly what that balance is but we’re pretty we’re happy with where it is now”​

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I'm grateful that they kept in mind that not everyone will be able to watch the play but also strived to make it an unique experience for those who have or will watch it.

Duffer's comment about seeing the play differently if you watch it for the first time after seeing season five gives me hope for a Hamilton-esque recording released some time down the road.

 

[JD]

Yeah, that's a relief. I was pretty sure they were smart enough not to make it absolute required viewing to follow Season 5, but it's nice to hear exactly what their approach was.