When does the final season of Stranger Things premiere?

The final season of Stranger Things began its release on November 25, 2025, with subsequent parts releasing through the end of the year.

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This week's new movie releases on Netflix include a holiday rom-com and a 2023 superhero film, alongside a documentary about a Vietnam War photograph.

Is there a new season of Is It Cake?

Yes, a new holiday-themed season of "Is It Cake?" is available on Netflix, featuring All-Star cake artists competing for cash prizes.

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Stranger Things Finale Begins: A Darker Battle Looms

24 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Stranger Things' final season starts its three-part release now.
A new holiday rom-com and a surprise superhero movie are also out.
New episodes of 'Is It Cake?' bring festive baking challenges.

Stranger Things Finale Begins: A Darker Battle Looms

Netflix is ushering in the holiday season with a mix of anticipated finales and festive new releases. The beginning of the end for the massively popular "Stranger Things" has arrived, with the first batch of episodes from its final season now available. This multi-part conclusion promises a darker battle than ever before as the heroes face Vecna.

Alongside the epic conclusion to "Stranger Things," the streamer is offering lighter fare. A new holiday-themed season of "Is It Cake?" challenges bakers to create deceptive desserts for a prize pot. Additionally, a new holiday rom-com starring Olivia Holt and Connor Swindells follows two thieves on a Christmas Eve heist.

Further bolstering its November lineup, Netflix has also added a major 2023 superhero movie to its catalog. The platform also features a documentary delving into a hidden truth from the Vietnam War and a movie about a mother and daughters opening a night market stall in Taipei.