‘Stranger Things’ Fans Petition for Release of Season 5 Deleted Scenes
More than 110,000 fans have signed a petition urging Netflix and the Duffer brothers to release deleted scenes from Season 5 of ‘Stranger Things.’ This grassroots campaign has emerged as fans express dissatisfaction with the show’s concluding episodes.
Petition Highlights and Fan Concerns
Organized by a fan identified as Wennii J, the petition calls for the release of “unseen footage” from Season 5, Volume 2. The fans believe that pivotal plotlines and character developments were removed, which negatively impacted the overall experience.
- Over 110,000 signatures collected on Change.org
- Fans allege significant cuts in character moments
- Concerns over writing, pacing, and special effects
- The hashtag “Cutgate” trending among fans
Voice of the Fans
Wennii J stressed the long journey fans have taken over the past decade and expressed disappointment in the final product. “This is what we get after waiting so long. They must have cut out a lot of scenes,” she stated.
In response to their frustrations, fans have circulated a Google document claiming to list entire plotlines and character arcs that were altered or omitted during filming. This document highlights scenes featuring characters like Will and Vecna, and includes quotes from the cast and crew as supporting evidence.
Dissatisfaction with Season 5
Fan concerns are not limited to deleted content. Many viewers have criticized the writing quality and pacing in Season 5, particularly in Volume 2. Fans argue that comparing Volume 1 and Volume 2 reveals a stark decline in storytelling and coherence.
The upcoming series finale, scheduled for Wednesday, December 31, aims to address some of these lingering questions. As anticipation builds, fan sentiment leads to a collective desire for clarity and quality in the concluding episodes.
Conclusion
The petition for the release of deleted scenes underscores the deep investment fans have in ‘Stranger Things.’ As a series with a dedicated following, the calls for transparency and enhanced storytelling remain strong. Fans hope their voices will encourage Netflix and the Duffer brothers to reconsider their approach.
