When the series finale of Stranger Things premiered on Netflix at 5 p.m. PT on New Year’s Eve, it appears the streaming platform crashed briefly. This was likely caused by the influx of fans logging on to watch the highly anticipated final episode of the Duffer Brothers-created show, titled “Chapter Eight: The Rightside Up.”

The final episode of Netflix's iconic series Stranger Things is set to debut on the streaming giant in just under 12 hours. Here’s the full synopsis of the final season for those who haven't taken the dive in just yet: “The fall of 1987.

Though the second part of the show's fifth season is being released Christmas night, the series finale won't be available to fans until New Year's Eve.

In 2025, Netflix introduced new series that took viewers by storm. The streaming service also brought back well-loved shows, and continued the stories of characters that are beloved by fans around the world.

Does Netflix ever take a break? The popular streamer just capped 2025 with its big Stranger Things send-off, but it's already lining up some of its biggest shows and movies of 2026 in January. At the top of the list is Bridgerton,