VHS tape sits atop dusty console with flickering projector lights and a faint Eleven image on the screen

Netflix Unveils ‘One Last Adventure’ Stranger Things 5 Doc on Jan 12

At a Glance

  • Netflix releases “One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5” on Jan 12.
  • Documentary offers behind-the-scenes of the final season.
  • Trailer previews emotional moments, interviews, stunts, and a reprise of “Heroes”.
  • Why it matters: Fans get an inside look at the making of a beloved series, and creators share their journey.

Netflix is set to bring fans back to Hawkins with a new documentary that dives into the production of Stranger Things Season 5. The film, titled “One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5,” premieres on January 12, offering a rare look at the creative process behind the hit series.

What the Trailer Shows

The trailer highlights hugs, tears, sit-down interviews with the Duffer Brothers, stunts, set pieces, a mention of Eleven’s fate, and a reprise of the end-credits song “Heroes”.

  • Hugs and tears
  • Sit-down interviews with the Duffer Brothers
  • Stunts and set pieces
  • Mention of Eleven’s fate
  • Reprise of “Heroes”

Director Martina Radwan’s Perspective

Director Martina Radwan expressed gratitude for the opportunity to document the series, noting a full year on set and the privilege of watching the Duffer Brothers bring the show to life in real time.

Martina Radwan said:

> “I’m endlessly grateful to the Duffer Brothers for trusting me with a front-row seat to this incredible journey. Spending a full year on set with them was a true privilege-and an absolute thrill. Being able to get close and watching them bring this beloved show to life in real time, was pure joy.”

The Duffer Brothers on Behind-the-Scenes Storytelling

Director Martina Radwan speaking into camera near a monitor showing Stranger Things footage with cluttered production notes

The Duffer Brothers reflected on their early aspirations and how behind-the-scenes documentaries inspired them to bring that storytelling back to audiences.

The Duffer Brothers said:

> “Growing up in Durham, North Carolina, we dreamed of becoming filmmakers-but Hollywood felt impossibly far away. Everything changed when we watched the behind-the-scenes documentaries for The Lord of the Rings-on-the-ground films that showed the real nuts and bolts of how a massive production actually gets made. We saw how stressed Peter Jackson was and thought: yep, that’s the dream. With the decline of physical media, that kind of behind-the-scenes storytelling has largely disappeared. We wanted to bring it back. One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things Season 5-beautifully captured and directed by Martina Radwan is our attempt to do just that. If you love Stranger Things, or if you’re simply curious how a major Hollywood production comes to life, this one’s for you.”

If the footage of the final table read doesn’t make you feel emotional, the Duffers calling “cut” on the very last shot just might.

Key Takeaways

  • Netflix releases the documentary on Jan 12.
  • The film offers a detailed behind-the-scenes look at the final season.
  • The Duffer Brothers and director highlight the emotional and creative journey.

Fans can watch the documentary on Netflix at midnight PT on January 12, immersing themselves in the story that brought Stranger Things to life.

Author

  • I’m Michael A. Turner, a Philadelphia-based journalist with a deep-rooted passion for local reporting, government accountability, and community storytelling.

    Michael A. Turner covers Philadelphia city government for Newsofphiladelphia.com, turning budgets, council votes, and municipal documents into clear stories about how decisions affect neighborhoods. A Temple journalism grad, he’s known for data-driven reporting that holds city hall accountable.

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