I know I'm not the only one who thought that Stranger Things season 5 was a bit of a disappointment. After 10 years of build-up, and a fairly promising Vol. 1, the show's final chapter wrapped things up with a lackluster final battle, an overlong epilogue, and a frustratingly ambiguous farewell to Eleven – and, ultimately, dropped the (Magic 8) ball.
While it can't tell us whether Eleven did really sacrifice herself in 'The Rightside Up', given that it takes place between seasons 2 and 3, new animated series Stranger Things: Tales From '85 goes some way to making up for that forgettable final showdown with Vecna, with an epic battle sequence that deftly blends action, suspense, and heart. Warning! Major spoilers to follow.
