Stranger Things Season 5 Finale Review: Was It Worth It? | Explained Ending & Final Thoughts

Stranger Things Season 5 Finale Review There is always an ending… but when a story like Stranger Things ends, it doesn’t just feel like a finale — it feels like the end of an era. After waiting for almost 9 years, Stranger Things Season 5 has finally ended. In this video, I break down the finale, its emotional core, character arcs, sacrifices, and the real meaning behind the ending. From Eleven and Kali’s sacrifice, to the debate around plot armor, from Hopper’s final let go to Joyce using the axe one last time — this is not just a review, it’s a reflection on why this ending mattered. So the big question is… Was it worth it? This is my honest Stranger Things Season 5 finale review — with deep thoughts, emotional moments, and final closure. If Stranger Things was ever more than “just a show” for you, this video is for you ❤️ 👉 Like, Share & Subscribe for more cinema-focused reviews & breakdowns. Stranger Things Season 5 Finale Review #StrangerThings #StrangerThings5 #StrangerThingsFinale #StrangerThingsReview #EndingExplained #NetflixSeries #WasItWorthIt Music: Farewell Life Artist: Arn Andersson Provided by Secession Studios Used for cinematic / emotional purposes ⏱️ TIMESTAMPS / CHAPTERS 0:00 – Intro: The End of an Era 0:58 – Eleven & Kali: Sacrifice and Identity 1:59 – Plot Armor: Why Survival Was the Real Win 2:44 – Hopper’s Final Let Go 3:13 – Joyce’s Final Strike (The Axe Moment) 3:45 – Was This a Perfect Ending? 4:04 – Final Thoughts: Legacy of Stranger Things 4:25 – Outro & Goodbye Hawkins