“Stranger Things Star Linda Hamilton Won’t Watch Final Season, Says Being Cast ‘Ruined’ the Experience”
The highly anticipated final season of the hit Netflix series “Stranger Things” is set to bring closure to the thrilling sci-fi story that has captivated audiences around the world. However, one star of the show, Linda Hamilton, who is joining the cast for its final run, has revealed that she will not be watching the season despite being a fan of the show.
In an interview with Us Weekly!, Hamilton shared her reasons for not wanting to watch the final season. She explained that being cast in the show has “ruined” the experience of watching it. “When you buy into something, you don’t see yourself in it. So, I think it ruined the show for me. I never watch [a project] once I’m in something,” Hamilton said. She believes that seeing herself in the show would take her out of the reality of it and prevent her from fully enjoying it.
Hamilton’s role in the final season is being kept under wraps, even from the show’s creators, Ross and Matt Duffer. They have only given her a glimpse of the character’s shape but not the full story. Hamilton understands the need for secrecy and acknowledges that it takes discipline not to know how the show will end. She believes that this secrecy is necessary to protect the show from spoilers and maintain the element of surprise for viewers.
Despite not watching the final season, Hamilton has been having a great time on set. Production for the season began on January 8, and the official “Stranger Things” Instagram account has been teasing fans with behind-the-scenes photos. Hamilton joked about her friends constantly texting her to find out where she is on set so they can piece together parts of the show’s story and lore.
In a recent interview at MegaCon Orlando, cast member Gaten Matarazzo, who plays Dustin Henderson, expressed his thoughts on the show’s first four seasons. He suggested that more characters should have been killed off to raise the stakes and make the show even better. Matarazzo believes that the constant threat of any of the kids dying would add an element of danger and keep viewers on the edge of their seats.
As for the release date of the final season, there is no news yet. The ongoing Hollywood strikes have caused delays in many film and television productions, making it unlikely that Season 5 will debut before 2025.
While Linda Hamilton may not be watching the final season of “Stranger Things,” fans can still look forward to an epic conclusion to the beloved series. With new cast members joining the ensemble and the promise of surprises and twists, the final season is sure to leave a lasting impact on audiences. As we eagerly await its release, let’s embrace the mystery and excitement that “Stranger Things” has brought us over the years.
