Fans believe there’s a secret Stranger Things 5 Episode 9 that is yet to release
Stranger Things enthusiasts are still clinging to the Netflix series even a week after its conclusion. The show wrapped up with its fifth season, eighth episode titled The Rightside Up, after a nine-year journey, yet numerous fans speculate about a hidden episode 9 that could alter the outcome of the sci-fi, supernatural narrative. The Duffer Brothers, the show’s creators, depicted the Hawkins crew defeating Vecna and overcoming the Mind Flayer, but they left Eleven’s fate hanging in suspense. As viewers continue to reflect on what truly transpired with El, they have been uncovering Easter eggs related to the actual conclusion, which the creators have yet to disclose. This discussion has sparked what they refer to as the ‘Conformity Gate’ theory, which now even has its own dedicated website.
Enigmatic website featuring a countdown
A screengrab of the website with a countdown
As discussions about the Conformity Gate theory gain traction online, a post surfaced on social media containing a French phrase that translates to, “Where is he hiding from us?” Upon further investigation, fans discovered a mysterious website at the domain November61987.com on January 7, featuring a countdown leading to the “secret episode 9.” According to internet users, the site was registered just a day prior, and the date signifies an important event in the show’s storyline.
The striking red digital countdown displays the message “Do you believe?” alongside an interactive button labeled ‘I believe.’ Although there is no explanation or announcement regarding the website’s purpose, it has certainly heightened anticipation. Many users speculate that the site is a Netflix tease for a concealed ninth episode. However, there is curiosity about whether the countdown will culminate in the episode’s release.
Morse code and the concealed message
More evidences towards Stranger Things 5 Episode 9
In the meantime, some fans have identified a hidden Morse code within a scene from Stranger Things. They assert that in the moment when Maya Hawke’s character Robin Buckley discusses her collection of vintage records at the radio station, the stack of cassette tapes behind her contains a secret message. They believe the arrangement of dots and dashes in the stack forms an actual Morse code. When internet users decoded it, they uncovered a chilling message that stated, “U DID NOT STOP ME.” This theory gained traction thanks to an X (formerly Twitter) user named @AmericaOne21474, whose post went viral. Following this, fans began urging Netflix to disclose episode 9.
Many viewers remain convinced of the existence of a secret episode, while others argue it is merely a marketing strategy to generate interest for potential spin-offs. Neither Netflix nor the Stranger Things team has responded to these theories thus far.