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Season 3 – Stranger Things

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Mysteries unravel in a small Midwestern town in the 1980s, involving supernatural forces, secret experiments and one strange girl.
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Stranger Things — Season 3

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Critics Consensus

Stranger Things transforms itself into a riveting -- if familiar -- summer ride that basks in its neon-laden nostalgia without losing sight of the rich relationships that make the series so endearing.

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Camilla Long The Times (UK) 12/12/2019
It isn't the psychokinetic powers that make Stranger Things watchable, it's the suffocating mindlessness of the lovingly recreated small-town landscape. Go to Full Review
Hunter Johnson Dallas Morning News 12/12/2019
Even while some things go a bit too predictably, the last two episodes tie everything and everyone together in spectacular, emotional fashion. Go to Full Review
Craig Mathieson The Age (Australia) 10/22/2019
3/5
The series has a brazen dedication to its influences; it is curated with wide-eyed delight, which matches the young central characters, who despite two go-arounds with a beast from another dimension still sally forth every day with cheerful abandon. Go to Full Review
Joyce Slaton Common Sense Media Dec 16
4/5
If Stranger Things' first season was sci-fi horror and Season 2 verged on a John Hughes-style teen romcom, this third season is something new: an '80s-style heist, with Russians, no less. Go to Full Review
Keith Garlington Keith & the Movies 08/19/2022
3.5/5
I just wish a little more energy was spent on the mystery and suspense; the science-fiction and the conspiracies. In other words, I wish it would get back to its Season 1 roots. Go to Full Review
Zofia Wijaszka Screen Queens 02/13/2022
A
Stranger Things 3 is an extraordinary coming-of-age story (...). The newest season touches on many different subjects: growing up, the evolution of pop culture, and even sexism in the workplace. Go to Full Review
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Paolo F @XKP-Producer Apr 26 This third season takes a turn toward teen drama or teen comedy. There are a few less jumps in their seats and a few more characters in sailor suits. But ultimately, it's still a worthwhile watch. In questa terza stagione c'è una svolta verso il dramma per teenagers o la commedia per teenagers. Qualche salto in meno sulla sedia e qualche personaggio con la tutina da marinaretto di troppo. Ma alla fine, si guarda ancora volentieri. See more Angelo C. @TheReviewer Apr 26 Season three made me wanna go back into Chicago so I can feel it See more av 8 @anagha.vinay Apr 11 Season 3: Third Re-watch How come I did not adore this season as much before? This is the epitome of beauty—the visuals, the audio, the plot, oh for the love of characters! Granted, people who have always been annoying are still increasingly so. But—the way Griswold Family, Bald Eagle and Scoops Troop handled it all, individually and together, and how even the most unsuspected and disliked character had immense depth and story to their own—chef' s kiss! There is suspense, there is romance, there is even comedy, and heck, heartbreaks. Peak cinema. See more Teague F @RT62421317 Apr 10 Season 3 is literally the best (tied with season 4) See more Noah D. @RT22435038 Apr 9 Season 3 felt like the most fun and chaotic season, but also lowkey one of the most emotional when you really think about it. The whole summer vibe was unmatched, like the bright colors, the mall setting, and the music made everything feel alive, but underneath that it was actually really dark. The Mind Flayer coming back stronger and more aggressive made the threat feel huge, and the way it controlled people was honestly disturbing. The character dynamics were amazing too, especially the Scoops Troop, which was easily one of the best groupings in the entire show, and seeing Steve, Robin, Dustin, and Erica together was pure entertainment. The relationships also developed a lot, like Mike and Eleven, Lucas and Max, and even Hopper’s storyline added more depth. It balanced humor, action, and emotion really well, and even though it felt different from the earlier seasons, it still delivered a super memorable and intense experience. And the ending hit hard, leaving a bittersweet impact. See more Jack S @ilikescarymovies Apr 9 im gonna cry ts is so peak See more Read all reviews
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Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Jul 4, 2019 Chapter One: Suzie, Do You Copy? Summer brings new jobs and romance; while attempting to contact Suzie, Dustin picks up a Russian broadcast on his radio; Will senses that something is wrong. Details Episode 2 Aired Jul 4, 2019 Chapter Two: The Mall Rats Nancy and Jonathan investigate a lead; Steve and Robin volunteer for a secret mission; Max takes Eleven shopping; Billy has disturbing visions. Details Episode 3 Aired Jul 4, 2019 Chapter Three: The Case of the Missing Lifeguard El and Max search for Billy; Will insists on a day without girls; Steve and Dustin look for Russian spies; Joyce and Hopper go back to Hawkins Lab to see if there is any activity. Details Episode 4 Aired Jul 4, 2019 Chapter Four: The Sauna Test A code red brings the gang back together; Karen urges Nancy to keep digging; Robin finds blueprints of the mall. Details Episode 5 Aired Jul 4, 2019 Chapter Five: The Flayed Strange things lurk inside an old farmhouse; something is hidden deep beneath the Starcourt Mall; the Mind Flayer is gathering strength. Details Episode 6 Aired Jul 4, 2019 Chapter Six: E Pluribus Unum Dr. Alexei reveals what the Russians have been doing; Eleven uses her ability to see where Billy has been; Dustin and Erica plan a daring rescue. Details Episode 7 Aired Jul 4, 2019 Chapter Seven: The Bite With an assassin close behind, Hopper's crew races back to Hawkins; El and the others prepare for war against the Mind Flayer. Details Episode 8 Aired Jul 4, 2019 Chapter Eight: The Battle of Starcourt Terror breaks out in the food court when the Mind Flayer comes to collect El; deep beneath the mall, the future of the world is at stake. Details
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Season Info

Executive Producer
Matt Duffer, Ross Duffer, Shawn Levy, Dan Cohen
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-14
Genre
Drama, Sci-Fi, Horror, Mystery & Thriller
Original Language
English
Release Date
Jul 4, 2019