It’s time to dive even deeper inside the world of Hawkins, Indiana. “Stranger Things: The Official Story Behind the Legendary Series,” a definitive guide to all things Stranger Things, will be coming exclusively to Target next year.
A companion to all five seasons of the juggernaut series, the book will give fans exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to their favorite show. It features a foreword from creators Matt and Ross Duffer, interviews with the cast, and plenty of stunning photos. Word of warning: The throwback snapshots will make you deeply nostalgic and ready to watch Stranger Things from the very beginning.
The tome, which will be available on June 30, 2026, and can be preordered here, also includes snippets of scripts with commentary from the show’s writers, directors, and stars. Fans can expect a visual feast of creature concept art, storyboards, costume photography, and maps.
Oh, yeah, and we get the lowdown from Joe Keery, who plays Steve Harrington, on what it was like to beat down a Demogorgon in that epic Season 1 fight. (“It was probably one of my favorite days filming the show,” he says.) Once you’re done digging through every detail, look out for a secret code that will lead to bonus content right here on Tudum.
If you’re itching to immerse yourself even more in the Upside Down, check out our guide to more Hawkins-approved goodies, including a WSQK Satin Bomber Jacket and Surfer Boy Pizza so delectably cheesy you could swear it was delivered straight from Starcourt Mall.
The first four episodes of Stranger Things 5 are streaming now on Netflix, followed by three more episodes on Christmas Day, and The Finale on New Year’s Eve. Each volume releases at 5 p.m. PT. Find out when new episodes arrive in your part of the world here. And test your knowledge of Stranger Things with our superfan quiz.
