At Netflix TUDUM on November 6, 2025, fans got an exclusive preview of the opening scene of Stranger Things Season 5. The event took place at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, with interviews and a livestream that began at 5:00 PM PT.
The chilling opening focuses on Will Byers, showing what happened to him right after his 1983 Demogorgon kidnapping.
The 12-year-old is seen lying in the Upside Down forest, singing “Should I Stay Or Should I Go” while asleep. Suddenly, he wakes terrified at the approaching sound of the Demogorgon.
The Demogorgon drags Will to a dark place where Vecna appears, looking as terrifying as ever. Tentacles seize Will and slam him against a wall, tightening their grip.
“The spine-chilling video made it clear that it will surpass everyone’s expectations in terms of brutality.”
This glimpse sets a grim and intense tone for the final season, promising a deep dive into the horrors Will endured.
This opening scene of Stranger Things Season 5 reveals the terrifying fate of Will Byers, showcasing intense suspense and brutal encounters with Vecna and the Demogorgon.