Netflix has officially addressed and debunked a viral fan theory claiming a secret ninth episode of Stranger Things season five existed. The rumor, known online as “Conformity Gate,” suggested a hidden episode would drop on January 7, 2026.

When Stranger Things Season 5 concluded on December 31, 2025, the world watched as Hawkins found peace; yet, a massive portion of the fanbase felt a lingering sense of dread. Many viewers argued the ending felt suspiciously polished, sparking a viral movement across social media to uncover the truth.

If you’ve heard of the Stranger Things conformity gate theory, which claims a secret finale will be released on Netflix on January 7, you might have seen people discussing a secret code, November61987,

Finale episode of "Stranger Things" Season 5 with Millie Bobby Brown, Winona Ryder and David Harbour, Joe Keery is days away from its Netflix release.

In Stranger Things Season 5, one thing has become crystal clear: the abduction of precisely 12 children from Hawkins was intentional. There’s a method to his madness.

The grandfather clock has chimed for the final time. After a decade of Dungeons & Dragons, Demogorgons, and Eggos, Stranger Things concluded its historic run ... Read More