What Theaters Will the Stranger Things Finale Be in?
The Stranger Things finale, titled "The Rightside Up," is headed for the big screen, yep, real theaters, full sound, lights dimming, maybe a line of excited fans in Hawkins garb trying not to freak out if the extra butter on their popcorn runs out first. But not every cinema is in on the secret handshake: the event is exclusive to 350 select theaters across the U.S. and Canada.
The run is limited to a one-night (well, day and a half) event from December 31, 2025, through January 1, 2026, making tickets feel slightly more valuable than Steve Harrington’s hair mousse stash. You won’t find this in every small-town multiplex, but big chains like Regal, Megaplex, Cineplex, and probably a handful of indies are on the list.
How to Book Tickets for the Stranger Things Season 5 Finale in the U.S.?
Snag seats early, because this is a one-shot deal. Advance sales opened December 2, with tickets moving through:
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Regal Cinemas & Megaplex (direct websites or in-person)
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Fandango, Atom Tickets, Ticketmaster
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For Canada, Cineplex is the way to go
Will the Finale Stream on Netflix at the Same Time?
Yes, the Stranger Things season 5 finale will stream on Netflix at the exact same time it premieres in theaters, with the global release set for December 31 at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET. There’s no exclusive theatrical window here; Netflix is treating the big-screen version as a parallel fan event, not a replacement for home streaming, so you can stay on the couch and still watch it the moment it drops. Film Updates (@FilmUpdates) shared on X that the series finale of STRANGER THINGS will be released in over 350 theaters across the U.S. and Canada from December 31 at 5 PM PT, coinciding with its global Netflix release through January 1, 2026.
That’s great news if your local theater isn’t participating, tickets sell out, or you just prefer to watch emotional finales in sweatpants with the option to pause and pace around the room when things get intense.
Disclaimer:
This article is for general information and entertainment only. Release plans, theater counts, dates, and platforms for the Stranger Things finale can change, so always confirm details on official Netflix and theater websites before making plans. No guarantees are made regarding accuracy, availability, or timing.
