Hey Stranger Things fans are you already feeling the void knowing season 5 is the final trip to Hawkins? Yeah we get it. But don't despair because the Stranger Things universe might be sticking around longer than you think! Plus we have got some fun updates on Millie Bobby Brown and a show that might just fill that Upside Down shaped hole in your heart.
Stephen King's The Institute: Could This Be Your Next Binge After Stranger Things Season 5 Wraps?
So you are looking for something to watch after you devour every episode of Stranger Things season 5 right? Well guess what? Stephen King's novel The Institute is being turned into a series and it might be the perfect thing to jump into. It is coming in 2025 which is perfect timing since that's when Stranger Things ends.
Why is it a good replacement? Think about it: kids with special powers mysterious institute government folks maybe not to be trusted... Sound familiar? The Institute tells the story of Luke a super smart kid whose parents are taken from him and he ends up at this creepy place called the Institute. Turns out it is full of kids with telekinesis and telepathy. Kind of like a certain telekinetic girl we know and love right?
Okay it is not exactly the same as Stranger Things. Eleven's backstory is different and The Institute is its own story but the vibe is definitely there. And get this Stranger Things is actually HEAVILY influenced by Stephen King's work in the first place! Shows like Stranger Things and King's stories? It is a match made in pop culture heaven.
Duffer Brothers Spinoff: Think 'Different' and Maybe No More Monsters? What We Know So Far
Hold up because there is even MORE Stranger Things stuff coming! The Duffer Brothers the masterminds behind the original show are working on a spinoff series. But do not expect more of the same. They have said this spinoff will be "different".
What does "different" mean? Well it sounds like it might not focus on Eleven or Dustin or Steve or even the Upside Down directly. They have already explored all that they said. Instead maybe it will be a political thriller or something more grounded in reality. Think less Demogorgons and maybe more government conspiracies or small-town secrets.
Some folks are even wondering if it could be inspired by shows like Angel (a Buffy spinoff) or Frasier (a Cheers spinoff) shows that took a character or vibe and went in a new direction. Imagine a Stranger Things spinoff that is character-focused maybe following a new kid in a different town uncovering a mystery that is not necessarily supernatural but still totally gripping. The possibilities are pretty interesting!
Millie Bobby Brown's Blonde Bob: Eleven Gets a Hair Makeover and Responds to Haters
Speaking of Eleven did you see Millie Bobby Brown's new blonde bob haircut? She showed it off in a promo video and it is definitely a different look from her long hair days. She has actually been switching up her hair a lot lately going from long pink hair to long blonde locks before this new bob.
It seems like Millie is experimenting with her style and having fun. But of course with fame comes the haters. Some people have been leaving negative comments about her changing looks . Millie clapped back with a powerful message saying she refuses to apologize for growing up and will not be shamed for how she looks or presents herself. You go Millie!
Stranger Things Season 5 in 2025: The End of an Era But Maybe Just the Beginning of a Universe
So mark your calendars because 2025 is going to be a BIG year for Stranger Things fans. We are getting the final season of the main show on Netflix and possibly this Stephen King series The Institute to fill the void. Plus the Duffer Brothers are cooking up a spinoff we know nothing about yet which is kind of exciting. And we will be seeing Millie Bobby Brown continue to shine both on and off screen.
Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos himself has talked about how big Stranger Things season 5 will be so expect an epic conclusion to the Hawkins story. It might be the end of Eleven and the gang's journey as we know it but it also feels like the start of something new. The Stranger Things universe is expanding and 2025 is when it all really kicks off. Get ready!
Stranger Things Universe in 2025: Key Things to Watch For
- Stranger Things Season 5: The final season arrives on Netflix in 2025 promising an epic conclusion.
- Stephen King's The Institute Series: Premiering on MGM+ in late 2025 a potential replacement for Stranger Things with similar themes.
- Duffer Brothers Spinoff Series: Details are still secret but expect something "different" from the original show possibly more grounded and character-driven.
- Millie Bobby Brown's Projects: Keep an eye on Millie's work beyond Stranger Things and her evolving style and message.