I just finished Stranger Things Season 2, and once again, the storytelling was on point! The mystery, horror, and character growth were even better this time, and the stakes felt higher than ever.
This season gave us some of the funniest, scariest, and most emotional moments in the series so far. Let’s talk about them!
The Story Keeps Getting Better
Stranger Things Season 2 picks up one year after the events of Season 1. Will is back, but things are far from normal. He starts experiencing visions of the Upside Down, and soon we realize that the Mind Flayer is after him. Meanwhile, Eleven goes on a personal journey to discover her past, Dustin makes a questionable new pet choice, and Steve Harrington unexpectedly becomes everyone’s favorite babysitter!
With more monsters, more action, and deeper character development, Stranger Things Season 2 takes everything we loved about Stranger Things and turns it up a notch.
2 Funny Scenes – Because Stranger Things Knows How to Make Us Laugh!
1. Dustin and Dart – The “Totally Safe” Pet Situation
Dustin finds a weird little creature and decides, Yeah, let me keep it. Named Dart, this pet quickly turns from cute to terrifying. But before things go south, watching Dustin geek out over his new “discovery” is absolutely hilarious. His excitement is pure, innocent, and totally misguided—which makes it even funnier when things go terribly wrong.
2. Steve Giving Dating Advice to Dustin
Who would’ve thought that Steve Harrington would turn into the ultimate mentor? In one of the most unexpected (but brilliant) pairings, Steve teaches Dustin the ways of coolness, including hair secrets and girl advice. Watching Steve talk about the importance of Farrah Fawcett hairspray is just comedy gold.
2 Scary Scenes – Nightmare Fuel from the Upside Down
1. The Shadow Monster Looming Over Hawkins
Throughout the season, Will keeps seeing a giant, terrifying figure in the sky—aka the Mind Flayer. The first time we see it in its full form is bone-chilling. The way it slowly moves through the stormy skies, watching Hawkins like a predator is pure horror-movie material.
2. Will’s Exorcism Scene
Will’s possession by the Mind Flayer leads to one of the scariest scenes of the season—his exorcism. Watching Joyce, Jonathan, and Mike try to burn the monster out of Will while he thrashes, screams, and begs them to stop is intense. It’s like a horror film moment where you know things will get worse before they get better.
2 Emotional Scenes – Where Stranger Things Hits Us in the Feels
1. Eleven Reuniting with Hopper
For most of the season, Eleven is on her own journey, trying to figure out where she belongs. But nothing hits harder than when she finally comes home to Hopper. Their reunion is quiet but powerful, proving that they’ve both become each other’s family.
2. Mike Talking to an Unconscious Eleven
During the final battle, Eleven is unconscious, and Mike is terrified that he might lose her again. He holds her hand and talks to her softly, begging her to come back. It’s a simple moment, but the emotions are raw and real, making it one of the most touching scenes in the entire season.
Final Thoughts – Stranger Things Season 2 Delivers!
With more horror, more heart, and more 80s goodness, Stranger Things Season 2 proves that this show isn’t just a one-hit wonder. The characters have grown, the stakes are higher, and the Upside Down is scarier than ever.
Was it better than Season 1? That’s debatable—but one thing is for sure: it left us hungry for more!
So, what were your favorite moments from Season 2? Drop a comment and let’s geek out together!
