The mysterious town of Hawkins, Indiana, has been the epicenter of supernatural occurrences, childhood friendships, and gripping secrets in Netflix’s hit series, Stranger Things. As the anticipation for its fifth season reaches a fever pitch, especially in the wake of a cliffhanger Season 4 finale, fans have been treated to a glimpse of what’s to come.
Recent photos have emerged, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the construction of the Stranger Things Season 5 set. These images, courtesy of professional drone pilot and videographer @itsjaredfilm, showcase a set still very much in its developmental phase.
What’s evident from these snapshots is the painstaking effort invested to make this season memorable. Locations like Downtown Hawkins and Hawkins Middle School are being carefully recreated, and speculation is that parts of these sets might represent the sinister world of the Upside Down.
Jared also shared a comparison image that contrasts the backlot version of Hawkins with its on-location counterpart. This side-by-side view displays the immense attention to detail that the production team is pouring into breathing life into the fictional town.
While crew piece together the set, the writers are working diligently to put the finishing touches on the script. On September 27, writing for Season 5 resumed after a five-month hiatus due to a tentative agreement reached between writers and studios.
However, the ongoing actors’ strike poses a significant threat to the filming schedule, potentially causing further delays. Amidst these developments, Linda Hamilton, celebrated for her role in The Terminator films, has been announced to join the Stranger Things cast in a yet undisclosed role.
Though the exact premiere date remains shrouded in mystery, if filming kicks off in 2024, a 2025 release is plausible. David Harbour, portraying the beloved Chief Hopper, has alluded to the final season being a monumental undertaking, with filming spanning nearly a year.
One of the most anticipated elements of the upcoming season is the reunion of the core characters in Hawkins. After a season that saw them dispersed and struggling with individual challenges, their return promises a poignant reunion.
Unfortunately, Eleven, Mike, Dustin, Lucas, and Max might have too much on their hands as the menacing shadow of Vecna and the ever-mysterious Upside Down loom large over Hawkins. With Vecna’s resurgence and the Upside Down’s ominous presence, there’s a palpable sense that a pivotal character might face a tragic end.
Who this might be is anyone’s guess, but we sure hope our young stars will live to see a new dawn without the threat of the Upside Down. We will keep you updated as further information about Stranger Things Season 5 becomes available.
