Netflix’s battle with movie theaters is over and Netflix lost, at least for now. The streamer has announced that the final episode of Stranger Things will play in theaters on the same day that it hits the service.

“We’re beyond excited that fans will have the chance to experience the final episode of Stranger Things in theaters — it’s something we’ve dreamed about for years, and we’re so grateful to Ted [Sarandos, CEO], Bela [Bajaria, Chief Content Officer], and everyone at Netflix for making it happen,” creators the Duffer Brothers said in Netflix’s announcement. “Getting to see it on the big screen, with incredible sound, picture, and a room full of fans, feels like the perfect — dare we say bitchin’ — way to celebrate the end of this adventure.”

The finale will premiere in the

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