Stranger Things

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Season 4
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Jul 15, 2016
Season #: 5, 4.5, 4, 3, 2, 1
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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 175 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 133 out of 175
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  1. Littlegizmo
    May 27, 2022
    10
    part 1 is epic, amazing, scary, emotional... and tye best show on Netflix right now... can't wait for part 2... enjoy it you guys or get some waffles
  2. All_ButTrU4
    May 29, 2022
    7
    It's commendable and miles above the disappointing trudge of a 3rd season. It sometimes aims higher than it reaches but due to it's wholesome cast,very specific cinematography and mystery thriller aspirations it's enough to keep you watching. Part one is more rounded than the penultimate episodes but thats not a surprise given this shows track record. It's a respectful farewell to anIt's commendable and miles above the disappointing trudge of a 3rd season. It sometimes aims higher than it reaches but due to it's wholesome cast,very specific cinematography and mystery thriller aspirations it's enough to keep you watching. Part one is more rounded than the penultimate episodes but thats not a surprise given this shows track record. It's a respectful farewell to an already cult classic. The plot twist was exhilarating and the performances better than they've been before. The first few episodes are slow and stuffed with uninteresting plot points which seems expected when each episode is almost an hour long.… Expand
  3. ICRED
    May 27, 2022
    9
    Just Improves on everything season 3 didn’t do right which wasn’t much. It may be longer but the pacing dosent seem to falter that much. The new villain is great and I’m excited to see where it goes. I feel it brought back the mystery again in the earlier episodes with giving us a satisfying if not cliche twist. Overall one of the best seasons yet.
  4. Tesseract
    May 28, 2022
    10
    Still don’t understand why this awful site lets subhuman filth like OlivierPiel post stuff. Is this cretin from the 30s? “Useless generation”? When were you “born?THIS IS THE 80s. Good Lord.

    Anyway, much better than parts of 2 and 3, it’s finally headed into the direction at least some of us predicted and wanted after season 1. Much better than parts of 2 and 3, it’s finally headed into    Still don’t understand why this awful site lets subhuman filth like OlivierPiel post stuff. Is this cretin from the 30s? “Useless generation”? When were you “born?THIS IS THE 80s. Good Lord.

    Anyway, much better than parts of 2 and 3, it’s finally headed into the direction at least some of us predicted and wanted after season 1. Much better than parts of 2 and 3, it’s finally headed into the direction at least some of us predicted and wanted after season 1.    … Expand
  5. lasse_223
    May 27, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Absolutely thrilling. I love it! The wait was so worth it! The change of mood around Max after Billy's death is well chosen.… Expand
  6. Kritiqeu
    May 30, 2022
    10
    This show is just outstanding - and Season 4 Volume 1 is just a well balanced piece of work. Every question raised is answered leaving the viewer satisfied. The VFX are really pleasing to watch and art direction is still spot-on. Well done Duffer Brothers. Waiting anxiously on Volume 2.
  7. Badabadaboom
    May 28, 2022
    8
    Very powerful, impacting, deep aftertaste, vast, and a couple of easter eggs and fan services.
    But the sensibility, freshness, and the nostalgia that they gave us to fell love in this series is in not where.
  8. bertobellamy
    May 30, 2022
    8
    Really like the direction the show is taking. The horror aspect of it is truly terrifying, and the drama around trauma and not belonging is solid. All the new characters are great additions, and it's nice to see everyone get the spotlight. It would've been great if they have kept Hopper's fate a secret until release. That would've been a shocking way to start the season!
  9. BreakerPlatnum
    May 29, 2022
    8
    I don't know what to say about this abysmal excuse for a fourth season with episodes that last longer than an hour each that barely explore or develop any meaningful plot unless you single out one of the seven subplots going on all at once. In this season unfortunately continues where season 3 left off with the stereotypes and here is drawingly bad. From jocks to Bullies to traditionalI don't know what to say about this abysmal excuse for a fourth season with episodes that last longer than an hour each that barely explore or develop any meaningful plot unless you single out one of the seven subplots going on all at once. In this season unfortunately continues where season 3 left off with the stereotypes and here is drawingly bad. From jocks to Bullies to traditional Russian villain this season has no sense of identity instead of continuing the story in a way where season 2 elaborated on the world outside of Hawkins we are still worried about the experiments that happened way back and season 1 although that's storyline was concluded in season 2 The villain this season is supposed to be scary yet most of his murders come off as cheesy and corny maybe it was purposeful but for me personally I was falling asleep and almost every episode hopefully Volume 2 is a lot better because in general I think this show should have ended in season 2 there's no need for another three additional seasons with season 5 plans to be the final. This is an actively makes you hate a lot of classic characters Dustin especially even Lucas Mike has been a terrible character since season 1 but they were made sure to force that on you this season well let's still trying to portray him as the the level headed main character and on the note of 11 we are basically going through her development that she had in both season 2 and 3 again just because they had nothing better to do with her this season it's silly and stupid and honestly you'd have to expend your disbelief they've butchered characters such as Jonathan and to a certain extent Joyce to these comically horrendous excuses of characters that are supposed to be the follow-up to three seasons of actual development. If you are planning to watch this volume just wait until the entire season is released because the first seven episodes are some of the worst television I have ever watched it's honestly on par with killing Eve season 1 difference is this show no longer has any charisma like villanelle and the character that we did have like that Steve has been relegated to Dr Phil status of importance while Dustin and Max take on that primary role that Steven Robin had in season 3… Expand
  10. M4JD
    May 27, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Stranger Things 4 (Volume 1) proves that Stranger Things might be one of the best Netflix shows out there.

    Sadie Sink’s performance really wowed me, specifically in the fourth episode, ‘Dear Billy’. She is a young actress that really stands out to me, with a very bright future ahead of her. The way they handled the ending of this volume is jaw-dropping. Jamie Campbell Bower does a great job at playing his character in the finale, Bower is outstanding and had me tricked. The Duffer Brothers knew exactly what they were doing with the big reveal, or should I say big reveals? Personally, the reveal is truly surprising. Maybe you predicted that Peter Ballard was 001, but you didn’t predict him to be Henry Creel or Vecna. This reveal is made to leave you shocked no matter what you may have predicted. Let’s talk Vecna. Vecna’s VFX is insane. The way Vecna takes out it’s victims is interestingly creepy, from it’s first victim, Chrissy Cunningham, to the attempt to kill Max Mayfield, Vecna is a big threat. Perhaps, the biggest threat? The one that’s been behind everything? The first being to be banished to the Upside Down, could Vecna be the one behind everything in the past 3 seasons?    … Expand
  11. damocles1974
    May 31, 2022
    10
    I can't fathom how anybody could not acknowledge season 4 for what it is: the best piece of television written in recent history. The monologue in "dear Billy" will, in the coming years be quoted alongside with "The drumhead." Stellar performances by the whole cast and something to savour every moment. I fear it won't be possible to make a better season 5.
  12. Jose1996
    May 29, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best season by far ep 4 especially stands out with a great twist ending in ep 7… Expand
  13. Sophietamu
    May 28, 2022
    10
    Eine gelungene 4. Staffel mit vielen Emotionen, und Ernsthaftigkeit dahinter! Bin stolz!
  14. mrahtapot
    May 30, 2022
    8
    Season 2 was mediocre and 3 was really bad in my opinion. The first episode of season 4 also gave me similar vibes so I was really worried, but it picked up its pace in episode 3. It slowly got rid of the unnecessary subplots or tied them well by the end of part 1. Oh and I love the darker, and A Nightmare on Elm Street-ish vibe of the season.
  15. McGamor
    Jun 6, 2022
    8
    A well-written season so far through the first half Netflix has released. Also glad they left out any wokeness.
  16. Seattleite
    May 30, 2022
    10
    A monumental step forward after that disappointing 3rd season. This might be the best season yet outside of the original.
  17. brockcheese
    Jun 1, 2022
    7
    This season is probably the best since the first season, although a lot of the annoying teen drama stuff is there, this season leaned heavier into the horror.
  18. brpoconnor
    Jun 9, 2022
    9
    Be warned: This season is significantly darker than its predecessors. If you're into that, then it's excellent. This is the best season since season 1.
  19. Superwotman
    May 27, 2022
    9
    Loved the first half of Season 4 (7/9 Episodes ), it had everything Scary, emotional, funny and epic scenes. Had a very good time watching the 7 Episodes. Sure it was a lot of the same as the last season’s and it felt like there was a little bit more filler stuff, but the show stayed true to it self and did not disappoint. Hope the last two episodes are enough to finish all the open plot lines.
  20. manningn15
    Jul 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Stranger Things season 4 to me is the best season so far; I loved the much more mature and darker tone and the increased horror aspects. The writing was outstanding, loved the intense emotional weight. The performances were exceptional especially from Millie Bobby Brown, Sadie Sink, Jamie Campbell Bower, Gaten Matarazzo, Noah Schnapp, Joseph Quinn, Maya Hawke, Brett Gelman, Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Priah Ferguson, Joe Keery, Natalia Dyer, Eduardo Franco, Caleb McLaughlin, Tom Wlaschiha, and Mason Dye. The makeup was superb especially on Jamie Campbell Bower when scared as Henry and as Vecna. The visual effects were excellent. The action scenes were awesome especially Max's escape from Vecna's mindscape. The music and music selections are terrific. The episode runtimes did feel a bit lengthy and I felt killing Eddie was unnecessary. Overall this was a pretty perfect season and one of the best seasons of any show I've ever seen.… Expand
  21. Herkert1234
    May 29, 2022
    10
    I thought I have already seen everything... until Episode 7 happened. It was terrific, the best one yet.
  22. Justineplacido
    Jun 5, 2022
    10
    Darker, more mature, and frightening. Stranger Things 4 is another thrilling adventure and it's sure a treat for fans like me.
  23. RazorNivek
    Jun 9, 2022
    10
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  24. jmneeley06
    Jul 3, 2022
    10
    Fantastic season and performances by all around. I thought The antagonist was strong. The kid actors have aged into such beautiful actors
  25. Voodoo123
    Jul 3, 2022
    7
    Great plot and visual effects carry the show. A mixed bag of performances from the now bloated cast and the resultant strange mixture of tones switching inconsistently from comedy to action to mystery and back to horror can feel bumpy at times. Some great track choices and ost along with some very good direction and cinematography keep the pacing on track. Definitely worth watching if youGreat plot and visual effects carry the show. A mixed bag of performances from the now bloated cast and the resultant strange mixture of tones switching inconsistently from comedy to action to mystery and back to horror can feel bumpy at times. Some great track choices and ost along with some very good direction and cinematography keep the pacing on track. Definitely worth watching if you enjoyed the previous seasons.… Expand
  26. Grendizer
    Jun 6, 2022
    9
    Wow. What a strong season this is so far. Production value, music, acting, writing, all on a high level. Some other streaming series should be more like that (looking at you Obi-Wan). Can't wait for more. Very enjoyable. Some characters are left out too much imho, hope we see them in the last episodes and it will make sense they were left out.
  27. SimboTheKing
    Jul 17, 2022
    8
    I think that season 4 of stranger things finds it on a strong return to form. I nver quite hated the show but I did feel that season 2 and 3 felt a little dragged out. I often complained that it felt as if the show had initially been designed for one season and then had continued on as it had found success. Season 4 finally led to the story feeling like a coherent whole and it was veryI think that season 4 of stranger things finds it on a strong return to form. I nver quite hated the show but I did feel that season 2 and 3 felt a little dragged out. I often complained that it felt as if the show had initially been designed for one season and then had continued on as it had found success. Season 4 finally led to the story feeling like a coherent whole and it was very appreciated. I enjoyed the acting of sadie sink and MBB a lot, especially as I wasn't expecting such a performance out of Sink. Finn Wolfhard was my least liked aspect though, his performance felt weak. I also enjoyed WIll's story this season. I'm glad next season is the last as it feels like it can finally wrap up the story without it becoming overly convoluted.… Expand
  28. glomman
    Aug 21, 2022
    7
    I think Season 4 is better than Season 3 in some aspects, given how chronically stupid the setup for S3 was. However, the whole thing feels like an overdone Scooby Doo adventure, with overly elongated episodes and actions and motivations that lie pretty flat. It's fun to watch, definitely, you just won't pull anything useful from it afterwards.
    Also the whole sub-plot with Hopper is kinda    I think Season 4 is better than Season 3 in some aspects, given how chronically stupid the setup for S3 was. However, the whole thing feels like an overdone Scooby Doo adventure, with overly elongated episodes and actions and motivations that lie pretty flat. It's fun to watch, definitely, you just won't pull anything useful from it afterwards.
    Also the whole sub-plot with Hopper is kinda useless.    … Expand
  29. ITS_PEDRO
    Jun 9, 2022
    8
    La verdad es que no estaba nada hypeado por ver esta temporada. Las 2 ultimas eran bastante normales (tirando a malas) lo cual hizo que mi interes caiga. Pero la verdad es que esta temporada me sorprendio! Me encanto como la manejaron, la historia, las es escenas todo muy bien logrado. Tambien me encanto ver la evolucion de los distitnos personajes; una de las cosas que mas gusto fue comoLa verdad es que no estaba nada hypeado por ver esta temporada. Las 2 ultimas eran bastante normales (tirando a malas) lo cual hizo que mi interes caiga. Pero la verdad es que esta temporada me sorprendio! Me encanto como la manejaron, la historia, las es escenas todo muy bien logrado. Tambien me encanto ver la evolucion de los distitnos personajes; una de las cosas que mas gusto fue como se relaciono con anterirores temporadas.

    Lo unico que no me gusto fue el grupo de Will, las escenas se sentian aburridas e innecesarias. Algo parecido me paso con Hopper, algunas escenas eran demasiado relleno. Otra cosa, que no me gusto fue Vecna, no imponia nada de miedo por mas que el personaje era genial, el aspecto era bastante triste.

    Esta temporada fue de mis favoritas junto a la primera. Siento que son de las que podes ver muchas veces y difrutar, con uno que otro chiste bueno. A veces se sentia aburrida pero retomaba el ritmo.    … Expand
  30. Fatbob15
    Oct 21, 2022
    10
    ABSOLUTE MASTERPIECE, this is the kind of season that can appeal to EVERYONE, and it's a complete shocking, wild ride
  31. MetacriticOnur
    Jul 2, 2022
    8
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  32. siouxzeigh
    Jun 6, 2022
    10
    Exciting, suspenseful, and heartfelt -- this may be the best season yet. The series seemed to lose its way a bit in season three, but they've come back stronger after an extended break.
  33. SnoopWalrus
    Jun 6, 2022
    9
    I didn’t think they could do it again, but this might be the best season so far. For once I felt like the splitting of the party didn’t slow down the pace of the story. It’s so hard to stop watching. I can hardly wait for the remaining two episodes to be released next month. If the first 7 episodes are any indication the finale should be incredible.
  34. Gts08
    Nov 25, 2022
    8
    Part I
    Stranger Things continues to shine at characters, style, atmosphere and now, even horror. I was very skeptical with it after seasons 2 & 3, but the series somehow managed to go back to its origins - as for the quality. I was thrilled all the way through. Finally we got to know a lot of things about the Upside Down (as expected), the origins of Eleven and that how the two crosses    Part I
    Stranger Things continues to shine at characters, style, atmosphere and now, even horror. I was very skeptical with it after seasons 2 & 3, but the series somehow managed to go back to its origins - as for the quality. I was thrilled all the way through. Finally we got to know a lot of things about the Upside Down (as expected), the origins of Eleven and that how the two crosses each other. It adds a decent mystery, some nostalgia as well (but not too much) and a surprising twist. It was sometimes predictable, though, but as an '80s fanboy, I loved every minute of it. Gonna give it an 8 / 10, before Part II arrives. Now, I have actual expectations for the ending. And they're very high, dangit!

    Part II
    I am satisfied.    … Expand
  35. Killswitch73
    Jul 5, 2022
    9
    BRILLIANT !! But . to finish it off in season 5 it has to be all out War with Vecna and the upside down with Hawkins. The not so kids anymore need to be written in a way that the whole world , not just Hawkins needs to know what these kids have gone through the past 4 seasons (5 by the time it ends) the writers need to put it in that Eddie did not Die for nothing and Hawkins thinking hes aBRILLIANT !! But . to finish it off in season 5 it has to be all out War with Vecna and the upside down with Hawkins. The not so kids anymore need to be written in a way that the whole world , not just Hawkins needs to know what these kids have gone through the past 4 seasons (5 by the time it ends) the writers need to put it in that Eddie did not Die for nothing and Hawkins thinking hes a killer when he was in fact a HERO !!! Please don't make Nancy out to be a slut as that was messed up her pulling her chin up off the floor with Steve. I like Steve but he needs to move on and Jonathan needs more screen time in season 5 and not a stoner !… Expand
  36. Diego507
    Jun 1, 2022
    10
    Esta temporada fue increible, volvio a sus raices en la que la volvieron famosa.
    Los efectos, la direccion, la cinematografia, cuidaron cada detalle.
    Que ganas de que ya sea 1ero de julio.
  37. DolphinReviews
    Jul 22, 2022
    7
    It's tied with season 1 as the best season. Episode 7 is extremally strong. It's a good season all around.
  38. CarlElmore
    Jan 23, 2023
    9
    Some of the best moments and episodes are here within most of the first part of Season 4. Really great stuff.
  39. phoenix_prjct
    Apr 20, 2023
    10
    Final Thoughts:

    Stranger Things is a phenomenon that is going to be remembered for years to come. Season 4 sets an impeccable standard that final-outing 5 is going to have to work mighty hard to beat. The minds behind the show, the cast, the crew, and everyone involved, are irrefutably talented, and, if anyone can end things properly, we are most definitely in good hands. For the    Final Thoughts:

    Stranger Things is a phenomenon that is going to be remembered for years to come. Season 4 sets an impeccable standard that final-outing 5 is going to have to work mighty hard to beat. The minds behind the show, the cast, the crew, and everyone involved, are irrefutably talented, and, if anyone can end things properly, we are most definitely in good hands.

    For the full review and more posts like it, visit my site: https://thephoenixprjct.com    … Expand
  40. Juddee
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    Best season to date. Stranger Things Season 4 is the biggest, most action-packed, and most mysterious season. Also noticeably more focused on psychological horror than the other seasons. While not perfect, it would be hard to not enjoy watching this mystery unfold.
  41. Fixer84
    Mar 16, 2023
    7
    The first seven episodes of the fourth season of Stranger Things contain both absolute masterpieces, such as the episode 4x04 "Dear Billy", and others that are only transient. An alternation that does not ruin the series, but which is inevitable to build the foundations of the epic finale that will then be reached in part 4.5 of Stranger Things.
  42. Dimocracy
    Jul 6, 2023
    9
    It is very interesting what will happen next! I quickly watched this season and am really looking forward to the final one.

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#11 Most Discussed TV Season of 2022

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Metascore
69

Generally favorable reviews - based on 29 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 29
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 29
  3. Negative: 0 out of 29
  1. The Atlantic
    Reviewed by: Shirley Li
    Jun 13, 2022
    79
    Amid the show’s ballooning scale and scope, Stranger Things finds an unexpected anchor not in its ensemble of fan favorites but in its latest villain: a supernatural serial killer dubbed Vecna after—what else?—a Dungeons and Dragons character. Vecna resides in the Upside Down, but unlike previous visitors, he’s humanlike, with a voice, a face, and, most chilling of all, a worldview.
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  2. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Jen Chaney
    Jun 2, 2022
    80
    The visual effects are more sophisticated and so is the filmmaking; the transitions between scenes, which track four different running story lines, are more elegant and make a sprawling season feel relatively cohesive. Does it feel bloated given those longer run-times? At times, yes. But by episode three, I was again invested in what’s happening in Hawkins (as well as some new locations), and less concerned about the amount of minutes that investment required.
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  3. Los Angeles Times
    Reviewed by: Lorraine Ali
    May 31, 2022
    80
    There is plenty of fun to be had in “Stranger Things 4,” which both celebrates and parodies a decade that pushed conformity, conservatism and questionable style.
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