Lucas actually takes time to debate the aforementioned New Coke vs. Classic and Carpenter’s The Thingvs. the original. Nevertheless, the idea that he likes New Coke is the most far-fetched thing in this entire series. NOBODY liked New Coke.

Producer Shawn Levy said that the next instalment of the show is likely to be set a year after season two’s conclusion – so, during the summer of 1985. Are there any plot details for Stranger Things 3? The Family Video store employee is the arcade employee from season 2. His name is Keith and he’s played by Matty Cardarople. When El is blindfolded and focusing at the grocery store, she’s in front of a freezer with Eggo waffles. Smith, Courtney (July 4, 2019). "Every Gloriously '80s Song From Stranger Things Season 3". Refinery 29. Archived from the original on July 5, 2019 . Retrieved July 4, 2019. A new set of plot spoilers for Season 3 have been released into the wild via the medium of an official companion book to the show, Stranger Things: Worlds Turned Upside Down.The Song Dustin & Suzie Sing In 'Stranger Things' Season 3 Totally Surprised Gaten Matarazzo". Bustle. July 8, 2019. Archived from the original on July 9, 2019 . Retrieved July 10, 2019. Stranger Things is one of those shows that has made a community out of its fans. Far from being passive viewers, they have become a huge, collective presence. The modern day Trekkie, if you will. The many twists and turns of the show has spawned endless debate, memes and theories. It’s because of this passion that we know that fans won’t ever be satisfied with just watching the episodes. They want more. And who are we to argue? More new details have emerged about the plot, with the show’s co-creator and co-showrunner Matt Duffer who has spoken to EW about what fans can expect. He’s confirmed the action will take place in the summer before the kids enter high school, and that the new season will focus primarily on change. Edwards, Tara (July 6, 2019). "The Internet Has A Lot Of Feelings About Alexei & His Slurpee In Stranger Things 3". Refinery29. Archived from the original on July 7, 2019 . Retrieved July 15, 2019.

There is a Firestarter(1984) poster at the video store where Steve and Robin are applying for jobs. The movie is of course the Stephen King adaptation that was also a pretty major influence on Eleven in the first season.

Eleven closed the Gate, but the Mind Flayer is still alive in the Upside Down…It will find another way into Hawkins…It’s just a matter of time.”

a b c d e f g Martin, Kevin (October 1, 2019). "Chasing Russians and Monsters in STRANGER THINGS Season 3". VFX Voice. Archived from the original on October 1, 2020 . Retrieved March 30, 2020. Is it me or does the Mind Flayer look like a Resident Evilboss in this episode the way it drops down from ceilings and what not?Stranger Things (July 16, 2018), "Coming Soon: The Starcourt Mall! | Hawkins, Indiana", YouTube, archived from the original on September 11, 2021 , retrieved July 10, 2019 Ausiello, Michael (February 9, 2018). "Stranger Things Season 3 Episode Count (Finally) Revealed". TVLine. Archived from the original on September 1, 2016 . Retrieved February 9, 2018. Eleven, who had just then reconciled with Mike, uses her powers to incapacitate the Tom/Bruce Mind Flayer, forcing it to flee to the mill. In the Russian lab beneath Starcourt, Steve and Robin are captured, drugged, and interrogated, but Dustin and Erica manage to rescue them. With Murray translating, Hopper and Joyce hold Alexei hostage, forcing him to reveal that the Russians are attempting to access the Upside Down and that they are opening a portal beneath Starcourt. Hopper calls Owens to warn the U.S. Government of the threat, but Joyce insists they return to Hawkins immediately, fearing that their kids may be involved. Grigori corners Kline at Hawkins' Independence Day fair, demanding he step up efforts to find Hopper. Mike argues with Max about relying on Eleven’s powers and inadvertently admits his love for Eleven. To find the Mind Flayer, Eleven uses her powers in an attempt to psychically communicate with Billy, learning of his traumatic childhood and finding the Mind Flayer at the mill. Billy senses Eleven's presence, giving the Mind Flayer access to her location, and reveals that the Mind Flayer plans to kill her to avenge her closing the gate. The Flayed converge on the mill, dissolving into an organic mass and merging with the Mind Flayer. In case you don't remember, the Russians were the ones that Eleven was tasked with spying on during one of her tests at the Hawkins Lab. Fans have suspected that they will be a main feature of the third season. The teaser trailer about Star Court Mall also featured the book 'The Hunt For Red October', a film about a Soviet naval captain that attempts to defect to the US.