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Stranger Things season 4

Stranger Things season 4 is the fourth season of the American science fiction horror drama series Stranger Things.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Stranger Things season 4 is the fourth season of the American science fiction horror drama series Stranger Things. It was released on Netflix in two volumes in 2022 and follows the cast as they confront the supernatural threat of Vecna across multiple locations.

Release

Season 4 premiered on Netflix in two parts. The first seven episodes were released on May 27, 2022, and the final two episodes followed on July 1, 2022.

Production and filming

Filming began in Vilnius, Lithuania, and later continued in the Atlanta metro area in Georgia. The season was also associated with production locations in and around Hawkins-related story settings.

Plot and villain

The season follows the characters after the events of season 3, with the group separated across multiple locations. Vecna emerges as the season’s main supernatural threat.

Reception and series status

Season 4 was widely treated as a major turning point for the series. The Duffer Brothers and Netflix stated that Stranger Things would end with season 5.

Key facts

  • The season was released in two volumes, with seven episodes on May 27, 2022, and two episodes on July 1, 2022.
  • It contains 9 episodes in total.
  • Season 4 introduces Vecna as the central supernatural antagonist.
  • Netflix and the Duffer Brothers described the season as the 'beginning of the end,' with the series concluding in season 5.
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Canadian context

Stranger Things season 4 was released globally on Netflix, making it directly available to Canadian viewers at the same time as other international audiences.

Frequently asked questions

When did Stranger Things season 4 come out?
It was released in two volumes: May 27, 2022, and July 1, 2022.
How many episodes are in Stranger Things season 4?
Season 4 has 9 episodes.
Who dies in Stranger Things season 4?
Eddie Munson dies in the season, and Vecna is also severely injured but not confirmed dead.
What is Vecna in Stranger Things?
Vecna is the season 4 main antagonist, a powerful supernatural entity tied to the Upside Down and responsible for a series of murders in Hawkins.
Is Stranger Things season 4 the last season?
No. Season 4 is not the last season; Stranger Things was set to conclude with season 5.
Where was Stranger Things season 4 filmed?
Filming began in Vilnius, Lithuania, and later continued in and around the Atlanta metro area in Georgia, United States.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stranger_Things_season_4
    Supports: Release dates, episode count, production locations, and overall season description.
  2. Netflix Tudum — https://www.netflix.com/tudum/articles/stranger-things-season-4-release-date-announced
    Supports: Official release timing and confirmation that the series concludes with season 5.
  3. IGN — https://www.ign.com/articles/stranger-things-season-4-release-date
    Supports: Release date and split-volume rollout.
  4. CNET — https://www.cnet.com/culture/entertainment/when-are-the-new-stranger-things-season-4-episodes-released-in-your-time-zone/
    Supports: Split release schedule and episode rollout details.
  5. Wikiwand — https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/Vecna_(Stranger_Things)
    Supports: General characterization of Vecna as a supernatural antagonist in season 4.