Netflix Tudum 2025: What to expect, Stranger Things Season 5 teaser, and major announcements

The countdown has begun with less than 6 hours remaining for Netflix’s annual fan event, Tudum 2025, and fans are in for a thrilling weekend. Scheduled for May 31, 2025, the live-streamed event will give viewers an exclusive look at upcoming shows, movies, and major updates from Netflix's biggest franchises. While the event is sold-out in Los Angeles, fans worldwide can tune in to Netflix's streaming platform to watch it live.

This year’s Tudum promises exciting moments, with Lady Gaga headlining the musical performances and India’s hip-hop sensation Hanumankind also taking the stage.

The event will be hosted by Sofia Carson, and numerous stars from popular Netflix shows and movies will join the festivities, including casts from Squid Game, Stranger Things, Emily in Paris, ONE PIECE, Love Is Blind, and Knives Out.

For fans of Stranger Things, Tudum 2025 is set to be a milestone event, as the final season, Stranger Things 5, is one of the most highly anticipated releases of 2025. The creators and cast members are expected to unveil major updates, including the official release date for the season and a potential teaser or trailer.

Recently, a cryptic audio clip dropped, which sparked fan theories and excitement. The eerie 31-second snippet, released just a day before Tudum, featured unsettling static, strange noises, and a message that couldn’t be transcribed.

Fans quickly speculated that the voice in the clip might belong to Vecna, the terrifying villain from the Upside Down, and some theorized the timing could hint at an October 31 release for the season.

In addition to the Stranger Things updates, fans can expect to learn more about the cast for Season 5, including the return of Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Sadie Sink, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Winona Ryder, and David Harbour. Also, Stranger Things newcomer Linda Hamilton’s role remains under wraps, fueling further speculation.

The Tudum event will also likely showcase more content from Squid Game Season 3, Happy Gilmore 2, The Rip, and Wednesday, with release dates and new trailers for various Netflix properties. Fans should expect surprises, as Netflix is known for dropping unexpected announcements during these high-energy events.

Whether you’re a Stranger Things enthusiast, a fan of Knives Out, or looking forward to the latest Squid Game updates, Tudum 2025 promises to be packed with unforgettable moments. Don’t miss the action—stream it live on Netflix starting Saturday, May 31, at 5:00 p.m. PT/8:00 p.m. ET.