Linda Hamilton, renowned for her iconic role in the “Terminator” franchise, is set to join the cast of the beloved Netflix series “Stranger Things” for its highly anticipated fifth and final season. The exciting news was revealed during the Tudum event, with Arnold Schwarzenegger, Hamilton’s co-star from “Terminator,” making a special appearance to help announce her involvement.
In a video message played at the event, Hamilton expressed her enthusiasm for joining the show and even humorously acknowledged her dual role as both a fan and an actress. While specific details about her character in the upcoming season have yet to be disclosed, Hamilton’s addition to the cast marks a significant milestone for the series.
The announcement comes at a time when production on “Stranger Things” Season 5 has been halted due to an ongoing writers’ strike. The strike, which began in May, arose from a disagreement between the Writers Guild of America and the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers. The show’s creators, Matt and Ross Duffer, have stated that production cannot resume until a resolution is reached.
Despite the delay caused by the strike, fans can anticipate an intriguing storyline as the series approaches its final season. As Hawkins, Indiana grapples with the aftermath of the thrilling events depicted in the Season 4 finale, speculation can begin regarding how Hamilton’s character will fit into the narrative.
Although the wait for the conclusion of “Stranger Things” may be longer than anticipated, the addition of Linda Hamilton to the cast promises an exciting and memorable final season for fans of the supernatural 1980s-set thriller series.