Stranger Things Season 5 First Five Minutes Reveal What Vecna Did to Will Byers in 1983

Netflix TUDUM offered an exclusive preview of the first five minutes of Stranger Things Season 5 during a livestream event at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood on November 6, 2025, starting at 5:00 PM PT. After two hours of anticipation, fans saw the chilling opening sequence that promises to exceed expectations in intensity and brutality.

The Opening Scene with Will Byers

The season begins by revealing what happened to Will Byers immediately after his 1983 kidnapping by the Demogorgon. The 12-year-old is shown lying in the Upside Down forest, asleep and softly singing “Should I Stay Or Should I Go.” Suddenly, he wakes up, visibly terrified by the approaching Demogorgon.

Will's Fight for Survival

Will grabs a gun and shoots at the creature, but it has no effect.
He quickly flees, climbing a tree with the Demogorgon in pursuit.
While leaping to another tree, Will falls to the ground and loses consciousness.
The creature drags him to a dark location where Vecna appears, looking as terrifying as ever.
Vecna's tentacles seize Will, pushing him against the wall and tightening their hold.

“The spine-chilling video made it clear that it will surpass everyone’s expectations in terms of brutality.”

This opening sequence sets a dark and intense tone for the season, showcasing the harrowing fate of Will Byers in the Upside Down and highlighting the menacing presence of Vecna.

Author’s summary: The first minutes of Stranger Things Season 5 reveal Will Byers' desperate struggle in 1983 against the Demogorgon, culminating in a terrifying encounter with Vecna.

Beebom — 2025-11-07