Stranger Things Star Surprises Fans With Season 5 Finale Rating
Raphael Luce, who portrayed young Henry Creel in Stranger Things, gave the season 5 finale a modest 3.5-star rating on Letterboxd, hinting at his mixed reaction to the highly anticipated episode.
The final episode of Stranger Things season 5 has sparked plenty of debate among viewers—and even one of the show's own cast members has weighed in with a less-than-glowing review. Raphael Luce, who played the younger version of Henry Creel, the boy destined to become Vecna, took to Letterboxd to share his thoughts on the much-anticipated finale. He awarded the episode three and a half stars, along with a heart, and kept his review brief:
The end.
Interestingly, Luce appears to have adjusted his rating since his initial viewing. One fan noticed the change and commented,
is it really 4 stars tho i mean is it reeeeally.
Luce's portrayal of young Henry was featured in four episodes during the show's fourth season, offering a glimpse into the character's troubled childhood. He also returned in the latest season for additional flashback scenes. The adult version of Henry, as well as his terrifying alter ego Vecna, is played by Jamie Campbell Bower.
Behind the Scenes: A Challenging Finale
The recently released documentary, One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things, shed light on the creative process behind the show's conclusion. The Duffer Brothers, who serve as showrunners, described the experience of writing the final episode as
the most difficult writing circumstance we’ve ever found ourselves in.
The finale has faced criticism from some fans, with a few even speculating about a secret bonus episode—dubbed Conformity Gate—that would serve as the true ending to the series.
Fan Reactions and Ongoing Theories
As the dust settles on the series, reactions to the last episode remain mixed. Some viewers have voiced disappointment, while others continue to search for hidden clues or hope for additional content. The conversation around the finale has only intensified with the release of the behind-the-scenes documentary, fueling further speculation and debate within the fan community.
Stranger Things season 5 is currently available to stream on Netflix. For those looking to dive deeper into the show's conclusion, reviews and detailed breakdowns of the final episode are readily available, offering a range of perspectives on how the beloved series wrapped up its story.