How many episodes will there be in Stranger Things 5 Volume 2? Episode count, runtimes, release time, and more

Stranger Things 5 Volume 2 is just around the corner, ready to jump into the mysteries and twists behind all the chaos that Vecna is unleashing. The upcoming episodes are set to raise the stakes higher as the team comes together to end the evil once and for all.

Vecna remained absent from the scene after the events of season 4. As Eleven and her friends were prepared to take action, the twisting turn of events in the first four episodes pushed them to do it all to put an end to his evil plans.

For the viewers waiting to watch what's next in the final season, Stranger Things 5 Volume 2 will drop a total of three episodes on December 25, 2025, on Netflix.

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All episodes of Stranger Things 5 Volume 2, and when they arrive

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The final season of Stranger Things brings the fan-favorite characters together for one last time, promising an epic battle that could change the fates of all.

Several pressing questions will be answered in the upcoming Volume 2 of Stranger Things 5. The second volume comprises episodes 5, 6, and 7, all of which drop at once this Christmas. The eighth episode, which is the finale of this season, will be released on New Year's Eve.

Here's the complete list of episodes from Volume 2 and when they arrive:

The release timings for Volume 2 are as follows:

Also read: "the next step would be death" - The Duffer brothers weigh in on Steve Harrington's fate ahead in Stranger Things 5

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Where to watch all episodes of Volume 2?

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Stranger Things 5 Volume 2 can be streamed exclusively on Netflix. Viewers can watch not only the upcoming episodes of Volume 2 and the finale but also catch up on what has happened so far across seasons on the streaming platform.

For viewers who don't have access to Netflix yet, the platform offers three plans for different price ranges that can be opted for as per requirements and services offered under each of them.

A standard (with ads) plan lets the viewers watch select titles in HD quality at $7.99/month. For ad-free streaming and unlimited content access, viewers can opt for a standard (ad-free) plan for the monthly price of $17.99. Netflix also offers a premium plan, which gives all content access, 4 device streaming support, and 4K Ultra HD streaming quality at $24.99/month.

Interested viewers can check each of these plans in detail on Netflix's official website or app.

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What are the runtimes of each episode in Stranger Things 5 Volume 2?

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Volume 2 will continue the story from where it left off, delving deeper into all that was revealed so far. As the upcoming drop holds key developments and surprising twists, many may be eager to know how long each episode will be in Volume 2.

Here are the runtimes of the episodes in Volume 2:

The final episode, 'Chapter Eight: The Rightside Up', will be two hours and eight minutes long. It will drop on the streaming platform on December 31, 2025. Viewers can expect a journey full of twists and turns to unfold in Volume 2.

Also read: Duffer brothers reveal an exclusive look from Stranger Things 5 episode 5 at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

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Watch Stranger Things 5 Volume 2 on Netflix.

Edited by Eeshna Dashottar