Stranger Things

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Season 3
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Jul 15, 2016
Season #: 5, 4.5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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7.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 448 Ratings

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  1. MrFlankster
    Jul 19, 2019
    10
    Season 1 and 2 are good. Season 3 is GREAT. The writing is definitely better this season.
  2. maxleresistant
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    Best season yet.
    Epic, fun and the VFX are amazing. The characters keeps getting better and more interesting. Loved every minute.
    This could be an amazing finale, but thank god it's not over yet. A big thank you to the amazing cast, crew and Netflix for this show.
  3. electricshaman
    Jul 7, 2019
    10
    It's good, not as good as the first but much better than the second. I say go for it.
  4. pablo_delRey
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    I looooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooved it it was super good thanks netflix
  5. Theghostgamebr
    Jul 4, 2019
    10
    Netflix now scoped for the fun, I wont say anything more. You just Must Watch it, it's whorth it believe me.
  6. MasterRiley
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    Stranger Things: Season 3 is a fantastic continuation of the beloved series. This season feels tonally different from the first two, due to it taking place in the summer rather than the fall. This is great though, as it allows the show to have a lot more fun with the characters and presents some of the best comedy in the entire series. Its also very dark at times as well and presents someStranger Things: Season 3 is a fantastic continuation of the beloved series. This season feels tonally different from the first two, due to it taking place in the summer rather than the fall. This is great though, as it allows the show to have a lot more fun with the characters and presents some of the best comedy in the entire series. Its also very dark at times as well and presents some of the scariest scenes in the show so far. For most of the season, the characters are separated into different groups as they go on different journeys. The pairings of characters really allow for great comedy and drama as they interact with each other. There are a lot of standout characters this season that get really satisfying character development. If you enjoyed either of the previous seasons I can’t see why you wouldn’t like this one.… Expand
  7. Reed618
    Jul 8, 2019
    10
    I'm surprised this season hasn't got a higher score. I thought they handled the characters aging in a really fun way.
    The 80's vibe is still super fun and the whole group of plucky kids taking on dangers far beyond them thing works as well as ever.
    There are some new elements which may seem kind of cliched I guess but as long as the characters remain so lovable and tensions stay high    I'm surprised this season hasn't got a higher score. I thought they handled the characters aging in a really fun way.
    The 80's vibe is still super fun and the whole group of plucky kids taking on dangers far beyond them thing works as well as ever.
    There are some new elements which may seem kind of cliched I guess but as long as the characters remain so lovable and tensions stay high i'll keep looking forward to every episode the creators make :).
    I particularly enjoyed the addition of Robin. I'm also still a huge fan of Steve. The man was born to carry a scooper.    … Expand
  8. manningn15
    Jun 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Even though this season wasn't as good as season two I did like it better than season one and is another A+ season and is still my 2nd favorite Netflix original show and one of my favorite shows of all time. The acting was phenomenal again this season especially from Millie Bobby Brown, David Harbour, Winona Ryder, Dacre Montgomery, Joe Keery, Maya Hawke, Priah Ferguson, Natalia Dyer, Sadie Sink, Brett Gelman, Gaten Matarazzo, Finn Wolfhard, Alec Utgoff, Caleb McLaughlin, Charlie Heaton, Cara Buono, Jake Busey, Peggy Miley, Cary Elwes, Noah Schnapp, Michael Park and Francesca Reale. The visual effects were exceptional, creepy, scary, disgusting, disturbing, and awesome especially the Mind Flayer, the White Demogorgan, and the Hospital Monster. The writing and story were outstanding, throughout this season I laughed or I cried and it was either heartwarming or heartbreaking. The humor this season was really funny especially when Steve and Robin were loopy from the drugs. I still love the homage to 80's and 80's pop culture. The makeup and hairstyling was remarkable especially on Natalia Dyer, Cara Buono, Priah Ferguson, Dacre Montgomery, Joe Keery, Millie Bobby Brown, Winona Ryder, Gaten Matarazzo, Francesca Reale, Maya Hawke, Charlie Heaton, Finn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp, Sadie Sink, and David Harbour. The costumes were stupendous especially the ones wore by Millie Bobby Brown, Dacre Montgomery, David Harbour, Priah Ferguson, Natalia Dyer, Joe Keery, Maya Hawke, Brett Gelman, Sadie Sink, Caleb McLaughlin, Finn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp, Gaten Matarazzo, Charlie Heaton, Cara Buono, Winona Ryder, and Peggy Miley. The sets were excellent especially the Starcourt Mall and the Secret Russian Base. The characterization was superb especially with Bill, Robin, Joyce, Steve, Karen, Erica, Eleven/Jane, Mike, Jim, and Nancy. Also the soundtrack and music was terrific especially the song that Dustin and Suzie sang together.… Expand
  9. Underseamouse
    Jul 6, 2019
    10
    The overall season is great. The season 3 is not better than previous seasons, the story is more primitive and simple. Some heroes are not necessary for the story (Will, Lucas) and overall there is nothing new for the world. But for now it's one of the best shows.Yep, season 3 didn't jump over his head, but overall it's great.
  10. jneeley
    Jul 4, 2019
    10
    What.A.Season.

    The writing is fantastic as are the characters we know and love. As of right now, this is the best Stranger Things season to date.
  11. ArturReview
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    The best season of the show, with outstanding effects, acting and emotional and powerful moments. The new characters are fun and a good addition to the show, the ones I loved the most were Alexei and Robin.
  12. Littlegizmo
    Jul 4, 2019
    10
    Its epic good scary fun crazy strange weird... wow .. i want more ... thank you
  13. afaman
    Jul 6, 2019
    10
    Amazing show! The season development is perfect and it's incredible what they have done to the show
  14. RogueExperience
    Jul 7, 2019
    10
    Best season of Stranger Things yet! New characters, new interests, more action, more drama!
    Great show that only gets bettter!
  15. darkside2922
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. spoiler: Aunque la temporada empieza como si fuese un drama adolescente pues no es así ya que al avanzar con los episodios nos damos cuenta que la historia no fresca pero da algo porque continuar episodio a episodio la historia es interesante ya que te da algo (no nuevo) pero interesante como que los villanos ahora son rusos y la nueva bestia (billy)apenas voy dos días y ya acabe la serie en fin yo le doy diez de diez ya que me apasiona la serie.… Expand
  16. Jdank
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    The Duffer Brothers hit another one out of the park and kept the Stranger Things train moving full steam ahead. The kids are older and the stakes are greater and we get some new great cast additions
  17. Scotta6
    Jul 12, 2019
    10
    Best season by far! So freaking good. It was amazing!!!!! You have to watch it. It was so hard not to binge watch this
  18. weverson
    Jul 4, 2019
    10
    Stranger Things new season is brilliant and AMAZING. The best season yet .
  19. juniorcc27
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    the best season of the show. Great performances, incredible production, great quality photography. deserves several indications to emmys
  20. Spidersam
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfect Best season Best acting Best goosebumps Best vfx best TV series But usual story… Expand
  21. rodrigodsf
    Jul 5, 2019
    10
    Breathtaking!
    This may just be the best show on Netflix. Everything is fantastic. The show is set in the 1980's, and that works well with the plot devices and really makes the show possible. The characters on this show are very well fleshed out, and they all feel like real people, even minor characters that are only present in 1 or 2 scenes. The pacing on the show is also fantastic. The    Breathtaking!
    This may just be the best show on Netflix. Everything is fantastic. The show is set in the 1980's, and that works well with the plot devices and really makes the show possible. The characters on this show are very well fleshed out, and they all feel like real people, even minor characters that are only present in 1 or 2 scenes. The pacing on the show is also fantastic. The show only tells the viewer little bits of information, enough that they know what is going on, but not too much that it just gives away the answers. This keeps the show interesting. The acting is great too... You have to watch it!    … Expand
  22. roarfente
    Jul 6, 2019
    10
    Amazing! Breathtaking! It's the best season yet. Everything is perfect and colorful. You must to watch it!
  23. popperfection1
    Jul 6, 2019
    10
    The best season yet. Epic, fun and the VFX are amazing. The characters keeps getting better and more interesting. Loved every minute. Thank you, Duffer Brothers... Everything was perfect.
  24. aswal321
    Jul 6, 2019
    10
    Amazing series. Able to watch in one sitting. It bring emotions from every single character. It expresses and shows development between relationships between Hop and Joyce, Mike and Ele, Literally everyone. The plot and how the two group come together and everything is connected shows the how the two paths crossed. Utter perfection.
  25. ROAR11
    Jul 6, 2019
    10
    I thought this was better than all the previous seasons. No wasted episodes, great story, great characters. Just a fun summer horror. It's always borderline cheesy, but it's really not at all. Its ridiculous, but don't take it too seriously and you have a fun 10 episodes to watch. Every bit as good as the previous seasons if not better.
  26. A-La1
    Jul 6, 2019
    10
    Amazing! Loved the soundtrack! The growth and the development of the characters amid three converging storylines was outstanding! Funny, touching, and entertaining all at once!
  27. ParsiGame
    Jul 8, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. so very good. and Millie bobby brown is the best. and i love it. and season 3 better than season 2.… Expand
  28. Timetoreview
    Jul 10, 2019
    10
    Good job from the Duffer's brother and the cast! The visual, the acting and the plot was super entertaining! I want more from this franchise.
  29. Pedroiuy
    Jul 12, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A melhor série que a netflix produziu , essa temporada mostrou ser umas das mais emocionates das três temporadas , parabéns netflix pelo belo trabalho .… Expand
  30. Gabrielvieira
    Jul 15, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This season is a beautiful message about change. Interesting to bring this subject into a nostalgic series starring for several generations. I really enjoyed the maturing arc, especially Will (who was not prepared to grow up because he lost part of his childhood dealing with Inverted World things, about his sexuality, and implicitly) and Eleven (who knew more of his powers and learned to make his own decisions, becoming more independent of Hopper and Mike). This season we can understand the motivations of the Mind Eater as it adapts to our world. The monsters became very gore and the production was creative with them this year. They repeat the same way of building the story (three well-defined acts, different arcs investigating part of the mysteries and then everyone joining) and bet on what went right beforehand (Steve and Dustin, Erica, Billy and Mrs. Wheeler, etc.). But the totally new setting and the new themes with the maturing of the characters disguise it. And at least they did not repeat the end of Eleven solving everything and brought greater consequences. My favorite arches were the Scoops Troops, which have an incredible dynamics, and Nancy's, finally understood the character, and addressed a relevant issue until today only from the point of view of that time. The bow of Joyce and Hopper was the weakest for me, brought cool characters (Mr. Clarke, Murray, Alexey, The Terminator, etc.), but it had many holes and did not have a compelling motive. The production bought a mall closed in Atlanta and rebuilt in the 80's style, it was an incredible scenario, exaggerated in the merchandising, but they knew to explore the consequences in the life of the characters and in the environment, in the town of Hawkins, addressing an important question of that time. I had no problem with the plot of the Russians. If Americans were experimenting with trying to access another dimension, it makes sense for the USSR not to be far behind, it well represents that race between the two superpowers and brewing reference productions of the era when it was very common to vilify the Russians.… Expand
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Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 28 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 28
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 28
  3. Negative: 0 out of 28
  1. The Independent
    Reviewed by: Al Horner
    Jan 3, 2020
    80
    Stranger Things 3 practices what it preaches: instead of the pure nostalgia of previous seasons, the Duffer brothers break brilliant, terrifying new ground here.
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  2. The Telegraph
    Reviewed by: Ed Power
    Jan 3, 2020
    60
    Over-familiarity is the biggest issue in an eight-part series that refuses to stray from the Goonies-meets-Stephen King formula. ... Stranger Things is on more solid territory addressing the growing pains its teenage protagonists.
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  3. The Guardian
    Reviewed by: Lucy Mangan
    Dec 4, 2019
    80
    It’s a real and joyful return to form for the show that has been taken fiercely to the hearts of people who weren’t there the first time round and, perhaps even more fiercely, by those who were. The brothers continue to play with, reference and occasionally lift all the things that made the Johns, Carpenter and Hughes, and the Steph(/v)ens, King and Spielberg, enduringly great and mash them into something equally fun, racy and frightening as hell for us all on the small screen. It’s almost like being young again.
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