Stranger Things Season 5 is released in three parts starting November 26, 2025, with the first four episodes dropping at 5 p.m. PT (8 p.m. ET) in the US. In the UK, the episodes will be available from 1 a.m. GMT on November 27. The second volume of three episodes will premiere on Christmas Day, December 25, and the feature-length finale will be released on New Year’s Eve, December 31, also at 5 p.m. PT (8 p.m. ET).
Release Schedule by Region
- US: Volume 1 at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET on November 26, 2025
- UK: Volume 1 at 1 a.m. GMT on November 27, 2025
- Central Europe: 2 a.m. CET on November 27, 2025
- India: 6:30 a.m. IST on November 27, 2025
- Japan: 10 a.m. JST on November 27, 2025
- Australia: 12 p.m. AEDT on November 27, 2025
The final season consists of eight episodes released in batches: four episodes in Volume 1, three episodes in Volume 2 on Christmas, and the finale as Volume 3 on New Year’s Eve.
Episode Release Times and Details
The release times for all volumes are synchronized globally and adjusted for local time zones. This is somewhat different from previous seasons, which typically released content at midnight Pacific Time. The staggered release times give fans worldwide the ability to experience the premiere almost simultaneously based on their local time.
Additional Viewing Details
- The premiere is highly anticipated, with trailers suggesting significant story developments and character arcs.
- Fans may need to plan watching accordingly, especially in time zones where the episodes release late at night or early in the morning.
This information can help fans prepare for the release and plan their viewing experience around these specific date and time windows.
