Stranger Things Mastermind Ross Duffer Shoots Down Fake Season 5 Episode Runtime Leak: ‘Not Even…’
Stranger Things co-creator Ross Duffer has officially debunked a viral screenshot claiming to reveal the episode runtimes for Stranger Things Season 5.
Viral Rumor: Season 5 Episode Lengths
This week, Netflix released a teaser for Stranger Things Season 5, causing fans to go into a frenzy. As the final season of the popular American fictional drama, excitement is running high.
However, alongside the official teaser, additional leaks of the show’s contents began circulating online. One particular screenshot claimed to show the running times for all eight episodes of Season 5—each allegedly as long as a feature film.
Ross Duffer Responds
Co-creator Ross Duffer addressed the rumors directly on his Instagram Story. He reposted the viral image and added the caption:
“Lol not even close to accurate.”
Previously, director Shawn Levy had hinted that later episodes of the season might be feature-length, but Duffer reassured fans that the leaked information was false. He also clarified that the latest teaser is not spoiling the season, adding that fans shouldn’t worry about plot reveals.
When Was the Teaser Released?
Netflix shared the Stranger Things Season 5 teaser on July 16, stating:
“Don’t worry about spoilers – this is a teaser for everything but episode 7, primarily Volume One and oh so barely Surface Scratched…”
Stranger Things Season 5 Release Details
Stranger Things Season 5 will be divided into three volumes:
- Volume One:
- First four episodes available November 26
- Volume Two:
- Episode 5 releases on Thanksgiving
- Episodes 6, 7, and 8 release on Christmas
- Final Episode:
- New Year’s Eve, December 31
The season’s structure aligns with major holidays, ensuring fans have something to look forward to throughout the festive period. Stranger Things will officially end with the close of 2025.
A Look Back at Stranger Things
- Season 1: Released July 15, 2016
- Season 2: Premiered October 2017
- The series has since become a Netflix phenomenon, drawing global attention with each new season.
Key Points Highlighted:
- Rumor Debunked: Ross Duffer confirmed the episode length leak is fake.
- Release Plan: Season 5 will be released in three volumes with holiday-themed drops.
- Fan Assurance: The teaser is not a spoiler, and official details are forthcoming.
