Overview
- Co-creator Matt Duffer told Empire that Joseph Quinn will not appear in the final season, stressing that the character is not returning.
- The clarification follows months of Quinn’s playful teases that fueled fan theories about a surprise appearance.
- Season 5 promotion keeps the character’s legacy present, with teasers acknowledging his impact without signaling a return.
- Netflix will release the eight-episode finale in three parts on Nov. 26, Dec. 25, and Dec. 31.
- Linda Hamilton joins as Dr. Kay, described by the creators as a hyper-intelligent, intimidating government agent tracking Eleven.