Stranger Things 5 Episode 1’s First Five Minutes Goes Viral; Here’s What The Show Has In Store For Its Fans

Stranger Things 5 Episode 1’s Viral First Five Minutes

On November 6, Stranger Things Day, the creators unveiled the first five minutes of the highly anticipated Stranger Things season 5 premiere, surprising and exciting fans worldwide. The clip quickly went viral across social media platforms and received a very positive response from viewers.

Netflix shared the teaser on their official Instagram with the caption:

“November 12, 1983. Watch the first 5 minutes of Stranger Things 5 now.”

Opening Scene Summary

The teaser transports viewers back to 1983, depicting 12-year-old Will hiding in Castle Byers just before he goes missing. Cold and pale, he can be heard singing The Clash’s song Should I Stay Or Should I Go.

As Will hides, a demogorgon discovers him and attacks. Will fires his rifle at the creature and runs desperately to escape. He finds a tree in the Upside Down dimension and climbs it frantically.

The demogorgon follows him up the tree. In a courageous moment, Will attempts to jump to another tree but fails to grip it properly and falls heavily to the ground.

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Author's Summary

The viral Stranger Things 5 teaser revisits Will’s harrowing experience in 1983, setting a dramatic tone for the new season filled with suspense and familiarity for fans.

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Mashable India Mashable India — 2025-11-07

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