Netflix has unveiled two new character posters for the highly anticipated fifth season of *Stranger Things*. Released shortly after the debut of Volume 1, these posters offer fans a glimpse into the roles of two significant characters: Henry Creel, also known as Mr. Whatsit, and Max Mayfield. The posters arrive ahead of the second volume’s premiere on December 25, 2025.
New Character Focuses in Season 5
The streaming platform expanded its promotional campaign for *Stranger Things Season 5* by highlighting Mr. Whatsit and Max Mayfield. Previously, Netflix had released 17 character posters featuring other key figures such as The Party, Dr. Kay, and Karen Wheeler. The absence of Max and Henry in earlier promotions now aligns with their pivotal roles revealed in the first four episodes.
In *Stranger Things Volume 1*, Henry Creel returns in his human form, adopting the alias Mr. Whatsit. He befriends young children and draws them into a deceptive sanctuary within his 1950s-inspired mental realm, known as Camazotz. Among those children is Holly Wheeler, who unexpectedly receives assistance from Max Mayfield despite Max being comatose in Hawkins General Hospital.
The first poster showcases Jamie Campbell Bower as Henry Creel in his unsettling Mr. Whatsit guise. Although the character Vecna makes an appearance in Chapter 4, Netflix has yet to reveal a specific Season 5 poster featuring his monstrous form.
The second poster highlights Sadie Sink as Max Mayfield. While Max appears to be active within Henry’s mental prison, her physical state remains unchanged. Earlier reports indicated that she would remain in a coma until “midway” through Season 5, a detail that seems to align with her ongoing narrative.
Implications for Upcoming Episodes
Episode 6, titled “Escape from Camazotz,” suggests that Max and Vecna will play crucial roles in shaping the direction of *Stranger Things Season 5 Volume 2*. It is implied that Max may lead Holly and the other captured children towards freedom within Henry’s mental world, while the rest of the group works to locate their real bodies outside of this realm.
Fans are eager to see how these developments unfold, as the dramatic tension continues to build. With the release of these posters, Netflix has heightened anticipation for what promises to be an exciting continuation of the *Stranger Things* saga. The community of viewers now faces the wait for the next chapter in this compelling narrative.
Originally reported by Devanshi Basu on SuperHeroHype, this latest promotional material has sparked conversations among fans and critics alike, solidifying the show’s status as a cultural phenomenon. As the premiere date approaches, the excitement surrounding *Stranger Things* only intensifies.