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Stranger Things - The War for Hawkins

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RATING
8.5/10

In the final two episodes of Season 4, the gang unites across continents to confront Vecna before he destroys Hawkins. Eleven regains her powers and learns the truth about her connection to One. In Ha... Read more

In the final two episodes of Season 4, the gang unites across continents to confront Vecna before he destroys Hawkins. Eleven regains her powers and learns the truth about her connection to One. In Hawkins, Max becomes the bait to lure Vecna, while Hopper, Joyce, and Murray battle a Demogorgon in Russia. As the emotional stakes rise, sacrifices are made, leading to an explosive showdown that changes the town - and their lives - forever. Show less

RELEASE DATE
January 7, 2022
GENRES
Sci-Fi, Horror, Drama

Quick Info

Release Date January 7, 2022
Rating 8.5/10
Genres Sci-Fi, Horror, Drama
MPAA Rating TV-14

Storyline

Volume 2 heightens the scale and emotion of the series. It delivers epic battles, shocking deaths, and deep revelations about Eleven's powers and Vecna's motives. The season balances heartbreak and heroism, setting the stage for the ultimate confrontation in Season 5.

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Did You Know

Trivia
  • Episode 9, "The Piggyback," runs over two and a half hours, making it the longest in the series.
  • The Duffers confirmed over 4,500 visual effects shots were used for Volume 2.
  • The "Master of Puppets" guitar sequence by Eddie Munson became a viral sensation.
Goofs
  • Some geography details of Hawkins change between episodes.
  • A few characters show healed injuries earlier than the timeline allows.
Quotes
  • "This is for you, Chrissy." - Eddie Munson
  • "You can't stop this now." - Vecna
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  • The closing credits of Episode 9 include reversed audio from the Upside Down's hum - hinting at Season 5's events.
Connections
  • References to The Lord of the Rings, The Silence of the Lambs, and The Empire Strikes Back.
  • Continuation of themes from Season 4 Volume 1, expanding Vecna's lore.
Soundtracks
  • Composed by Kyle Dixon and Michael Stein. Featured songs include "Master of Puppets" by Metallica and "Running Up That Hill A Deal with God" by Kate Bush reprised.

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Tagline

It ends where it all began.

Motion Picture Rating (MPA)

TV-14

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Frequently Asked Questions

01

What is Stranger Things Season 4 Volume 2 about?

The Hawkins group faces Vecna's final assault as Eleven regains her powers and the Upside Down invades their world.

02

Who created it?

The Duffer Brothers.

03

Who stars in it?

Millie Bobby Brown, Winona Ryder, David Harbour, Sadie Sink, Jamie Campbell Bower, Joe Keery, Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo.

04

When was it released?

2022.

05

What genre is it?

Science fiction, horror, and drama.

06

Who composed the score?

Kyle Dixon and Michael Stein.

07

What song is most iconic in Volume 2?

"Master of Puppets" by Metallica.

08

What major event ends the season?

Vecna opens four gates, merging Hawkins with the Upside Down.

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