Netflix will release the second part of Stranger Things Season 5 on December 25, 2025, bringing episodes 5 to 7 to viewers worldwide. The episodes, titled Shock Jock, Escape From Camazotz, and The Bridge, will be available at times adjusted to local time zones.
Release Times by Region:
| Region | Date | Local Time |
|---|---|---|
| USA East Coast (ET) | Dec 25, 2025 | 8 p.m. |
| USA West Coast (PT) | Dec 25, 2025 | 5 p.m. |
| Canada (Vancouver PST) | Dec 25, 2025 | 5 p.m. |
| UK (GMT) | Dec 26, 2025 | 1 a.m. |
| Bangladesh (BST) | Dec 26, 2025 | 7 a.m. |
| India (IST) | Dec 26, 2025 | 6:30 a.m. |
| Australia (AEDT) | Dec 26, 2025 | 12 p.m. |
| Middle East (GST/AST) | Dec 26, 2025 | 4–5 a.m. |
Netflix has synchronized the global release so fans around the world can watch the episodes at the same time according to their local zones. The streaming platform’s app will automatically adjust the schedule to ensure viewers don’t miss the launch.
The final episode of the season, Episode 8, is expected to release on December 31, 2025, completing the story arc of the season.
Stranger Things remains one of Netflix’s most-watched shows, blending 1980s nostalgia with supernatural suspense and strong character-driven storytelling.
