The highly anticipated fifth season of the hit Netflix series 'Stranger Things' is set to premiere with a unique release strategy. The Duffer Brothers, the show's creators, have revealed the runtime for the first four episodes, dispelling rumors and speculation. The premiere episode, 'The Crawl,' will captivate viewers for 68 minutes, followed by Episode 2, whose title remains undisclosed, at 54 minutes. Episode 3, 'The Turnbow Trap,' will keep audiences engaged for 66 minutes, and the mid-season finale, 'Sorcerer,' promises an extended runtime of 83 minutes. These revelations contradict earlier claims that each episode would exceed 90 minutes, and a Puck News report suggesting episodes would last from 90 minutes to two hours. This season marks a significant shift from the show's previous episodes, which averaged under an hour, with Season 4 episodes averaging over 70 minutes. The final three episodes of Season 5 will be released in a staggered manner: the first four on November 26th, the next three on Christmas Day, and the season finale, 'The Rightside Up,' on New Year's Eve. Directed by Shawn Levy and Frank Darabont, the show's full cast, including Winona Ryder, David Harbour, and Millie Bobby Brown, will return for this final chapter.
