Stranger Things season 5 volume 1 ending explained: who dies and how those huge revelations set up volume 2 "Bringing back Kali was something we had always been talking about for a long time, but we had just never quite figured out how to do it," he continues. "We were working on season five, and we were talking about making sure every storyline was finished. It was always nagging at us that the Kali storyline was hanging. So it was important to revisit it and complete her arc." Director Shawn Levy acknowledged that although the episode received some pretty mixed reviews, it was important to bring Kali back – and fans agree. After Eleven failed to defeat Vecna at the end of season 4, several theories popped up that suggested Eleven would need Kali's help in order to do so. "It was a risky bet to try a standalone episode with largely new characters in the middle of our second season. It worked for some viewers," Levy said. "It didn't work for others, but I respect the hell out of the Duffers for taking that big swing. But we never forgot about Kali. We never forgot about the plot strands that got established." Stranger Things season 5 volume 1 is out on Netflix, with volume 2 set to arrive on Christmas Day. See our Stranger Things season release schedule for exact timings. For more, check out our Stranger Things season 5 volume 1 review , and the best Netflix shows to stream right now. Sign up for the Total Film Newsletter Bringing all the latest movie news, features, and reviews to your inbox Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. CATEGORIES Source: https://www.gamesradar.com/entertainment/sci-fi-shows/the-duffer-brothers-say-that-surprise-character-return-in-stranger-things-immediately-changes-the-tone-in-season-5-vol-2-i-think-itll-be-surprising-for-people-to-see-how-she-ultimately-fits-into-the-story/