MOVIE NEWS – After ten years, Stranger Things has come to an end, but the franchise is far from finished. The Duffer Brothers have now openly discussed the upcoming spin-off and the hidden detail in the Season 5 finale that quietly set it in motion.

Stranger Things may have wrapped up after a decade, but in today’s franchise-driven streaming landscape, few stories truly stay finished. Netflix and creators Matt and Ross Duffer have been developing a spin-off for some time, though concrete details were scarce until now.

The brothers previously teased that the Season 5 finale contained a clue pointing directly to the spin-off. After months of speculation, they have confirmed that the new series revolves around the mysterious rock Henry finds in a briefcase, the object that ultimately leads him down the path toward becoming Vecna.

Speaking to Variety, Matt Duffer explained that while the spin-off will clarify this mystery, it will not focus on expanding the Mind Flayer mythology. Instead, the series will introduce an entirely new mythological framework, designed to feel fresh and distinct.

The Mysterious Rock That Leads to Vecna

The creators also confirmed that no familiar characters will appear in the spin-off. The project will feature new protagonists, a new setting, and a new world. Ross Duffer revealed that work on the series will resume very soon, after progressing intermittently so far.

Matt Duffer added that the creative process is his favorite part of making a show, far more enjoyable than the stressful release phase. Starting with a clean slate—new characters, a new town, and a new mythology—has been especially motivating.

In a separate interview with Deadline, the Duffer Brothers also clarified which spin-offs are not happening. Ross Duffer stated that there will be no Montauk series, explaining that earlier references were simply nods to longtime fans aware of the show’s original concept.

They also ruled out any spin-off centered on Holly or the kids. The focus remains on Henry and the rock he encounters in the caves, one of the most intriguing unresolved threads left by the divisive finale.

Source: MovieWeb