Netflix's Stranger Things fans 'figure out' season 5 ending after spotting major clue

*Warning, below are fan theories for Stranger Things season 5 which could be potential spoilers*.

Netflix superfans reckon they've cracked the code on what's coming up in season 5 of Stranger Things as the anticipation builds.

The next instalment will be the final adventure with the beloved crew Eleven, Max, Mike, Steve and Hopper - but some think they've already figured out what happens.

While the streaming platform is yet to give an official date, they have unveiled the episode titles, leading eagle-eyed diehards to decipher potential bombshells, reports .

Season 5 will leap forward in time a year from where we left off and promises eight episodes packed with all sorts of intrigue.

However, one of the episode titles has been tantalisingly obscured.

The second ep is ominously named The Vanishing of..., with the last words missing.

Given that the show kicked off with The Vanishing of Will Byers, it's no surprise fans are buzzing about who's set to disappear this time.

Some bets are on Will being dragged back to the other dimension but the stronger theory surrounds someone who hasn't really been in the spotlight yet.

One idea gaining traction is: "Episode two has to be The Vanishing of Holly Wheeler..."

Holly Wheeler, the younger sister of Nancy and Mike, has been more of a background character in previous seasons. However, a recent recasting of her role ahead of season 5 lends credibility to this theory.

Fans have also been drawing parallels between other episode titles and potential scenarios for the series.

Fans have noted that the final episode, titled Rightside Up, echoes the last part of the first series, Upside Down.

This observation, coupled with the preceding episode titled The Bridge, has sparked speculation among viewers.

One fan posted on social media: "I would not be surprised if Eleven sacrifices herself to seal the Upside Down for good at the end."

Another Reddit user shared their thoughts, writing: "The Bridge is likely what the Upside Down actually is. It's the Bridge between Dimension X and Hawkins."

They added: "I like the final episode title. Let's hope they right the and get it right side up again."

Another viewer concurred: "The Bridge and The Rightside Up, damn, that is interesting. And what an awesome choice for the last chapter's title."

They further speculated: "It seems the inter-dimensional bridge analogy for the idea of the Upside Down possibly replacing the Hellscape and existing between the Right Side Up and Dimension X will be used in the show after all."

Stranger Things season 5 is streaming on Netflix in 2025.