Stranger Things Season 5 First Five Minutes Reveal What Vecna Did to Will Byers in 1983
At Netflix TUDUM on November 6, 2025, fans got an exclusive look at the opening five minutes of Stranger Things Season 5, livestreamed from the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. After a two-hour wait, the premiere scene of the final season was unveiled, immediately setting a brutal and chilling tone.
The Opening Scene
The episode begins in 1983, focusing on 12-year-old Will Byers moments after his kidnapping by the Demogorgon. Will lies deep within the Upside Down forest, asleep and softly singing “Should I Stay Or Should I Go.” Suddenly, he wakes terrified, hearing the Demogorgon approaching.
Will's Fight for Survival
- Will grabs a gun and fires at the creature, but his shots prove ineffective.
- He flees, climbing trees to escape, with the Demogorgon in relentless pursuit.
- During an attempt to jump between trees, Will falls and loses consciousness.
Meeting Vecna
The Demogorgon drags Will to a grim location within the Upside Down, where the terrifying Vecna awaits. Tentacles seize Will, forcing him against a wall as the grip tightens.
"The spine-chilling video made it clear that it will surpass everyone’s expectations in terms of brutality."
This stark and intense opening confirms the season will push boundaries and deliver on its dark promise.
Author’s summary: The first five minutes of Stranger Things Season 5 revisit Will Byers' 1983 kidnapping, revealing a brutal confrontation with the Demogorgon and the chilling presence of Vecna.