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Stranger Things return gives some critics chills and thrills, but leaves others lukewarm

Stranger Things return gives some critics chills and thrills, but leaves others lukewarm

Summary

The first half of the final season of "Stranger Things" has been released on Netflix. Critics have mixed opinions, with some praising the show for being entertaining and others feeling it has lost its appeal. Despite this, the series remains popular, and more episodes are scheduled to be released soon.

Key Facts

  • "Stranger Things" is airing its final season on Netflix.
  • The first half includes four episodes, with three more scheduled over the upcoming holidays.
  • Some critics highly praised the show for being entertaining and emotional.
  • Other critics described the show as less enjoyable and past its best days.
  • Netflix experienced a brief crash due to high viewer demand for the new episodes.
  • The series is experiencing a positive critical score of 86% on Rotten Tomatoes.
  • Critics have mentioned that the cast, who play teenage characters, are getting older without significant character development.
  • The show depicts a classic 1980s adventure with themes like kids outsmarting adults and dark humor.
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