Maya Hawke, who plays Robin Buckley in Stranger Things, has revealed that the upcoming final season will feel like 'eight movies' due to its lengthy episodes. Hawke discussed on the Podcrushed podcast that each episode will be significantly long, continuing the trend from season 4 where episodes ranged from over an hour to nearly two and a half hours. Despite delays caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the 2023 Hollywood strikes, the show is still in production with an expected release next year. Fans have expressed mixed reactions, with some excited about the epic scale, while others are concerned about the demanding viewing experience. The series creators, Matt and Ross Duffer, are known for their intense involvement in the writing and production process, which contributes to the lengthy development time.