'Stranger Things': Will we see Suzie return for Season 5 or is it over and out?
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: The epic sci-fi adventure 'Stranger Things' has captivated audiences with its blend of 80s nostalgia, terrifying creatures from the Upside Down, and an unforgettable group of children and has now wrapped its fourth season.
While the future of Hawkins remains uncertain, one question lingers in the minds of many viewers: will Suzie Bingham, Dustin's enigmatic long-distance girlfriend, return for a potential Season 5? Suzie's character, introduced in Season 3, became an instant fan favorite.
Her quirky personality, unwavering loyalty to Dustin, and unexpected role in cracking a crucial code during the season's climax left a lasting impression.
What does 'Stranger Things' Season 5 hold for Suzie's fate
Suzie's (played by Gabriella Pizzolo) status for Stranger Things season 5 remains a cliffhanger. A Metallica-loving girlfriend, she stole hearts with her quirky personality and clutch code-cracking skills. However, Season 4 left her storyline dangling. While Dustin mentions her briefly, Suzie herself is absent from the action.
There are chances that Suzie's absence could be due to distance or a bigger story plan. The 'Earthquake' (Upside Down incursion) might draw her in as National news coverage and could prompt Suzie to contact Dustin or even travel to Hawkins.
However, no official confirmation of Suzie's return exists as of now. Ultimately, the show's creators, the Duffer Brothers hold the key. While some fans theorize a reduced role or even a breakup, many hope for a heartwarming reunion, complete with their iconic duet, 'Turn Around'.
So, what does this mean for Suzie's future in 'Stranger Things'? Let's explore the theories surrounding Suzie's 'not-so-sure' potential return, and analyze the creative choices that might influence her fate according to fans on Reddit.
Fan theories run wild for Suzie's 'Stranger Things' Season 5 appearance
The curtains have closed on 'Stranger Things' Season 4 in 2022, leaving fans with a bittersweet mix of exhilaration and burning questions. While the epic battle against the Upside Down's horrors takes center stage, a lingering mystery surrounds the fate of a beloved character- Suzie, Dustin's long-distance girlfriend.
Suzie's absence in Season 4 sparked a firestorm of fan theories. Did the distance strain their relationship? Is there a bigger plan for her character? Wild ideas range from Suzie becoming a badass monster-fighter to her role remaining limited to tech-savvy cameos.
Hoping to see Suzie again in Season 5 a user wrote: "I hope if we see her again she becomes aware of what’s going on in Hawkins. The earthquake would have made national news, but if she comes to Hawkins I think she needs to know what’s really going on. Dustin shouldn’t keep her in the dark about the danger they’re in."
Another user wrote about their own version for Suzie's appearance: "Suzie flies into Hawkins with an Apache and destroys all the demodogs. Only thing I’d be satisfied with." However, a user wanted a Dustin to stay single and wrote: "Suzie is great but I feel like it's been enough. She and Dustin have the longest of long distance relationships, and if the time jump in S5 is as big as it seems like it's going to be, I expect Dustin to be single again."
While another user talking about the future possibility of her role penned: "I think she’ll appear as a cameo cause Dustin needs to contact her for something. Or as an epilogue when we see the gang all move on with their lives outside of Hawkins Dustin will be going to college with Suzie"
On the other hand, a user suggested another theory about her role: "She's the person in the chair and thats about as much as they will probably write her as. More than likely it will be some type of need for her to "hack in to the system" or "break into the mainframe" much like her role in both Season 3 and 4. Or if they do bring her in for a larger role it will be the "I cracked the code to the thing and have to show the person in charge" trope. Either way I think she will be back regardless, which is good because she is a consistently likeable character."
Wanting to see the adorable couple Dustin and Suzie making comeback with their iconic song 'Turn around' one fan stated: "She will marry Dustin in the great finale of the show :) He sees her standing there and starts with "Turn around...""
The theories seems to be getting wild with the long wait for the Season 5 of 'Stranger Things' for example as this user wrote "To be honest it would be cool if Dustin was cursed by Vecna and the only one who could save his is suzie by singing to him"
While another user shared the possibilities of Dustin and Suzie's breakup and wrote: "A lot of people theorize that Dustin is going to be hella depressed because of Eddie. He may fall out with Suzie, and the most we hear of her is a brief mention about them breaking up and not speaking anymore. Either that, or she travels to Hawkins to comfort him since the "earthquake" would be a national story. This is less likely, though. Her, um, parents aren't going to let her travel alone for some boy they probably don't even know about"
On the other hand, a user who claimed to be close with a backstage worker of the show said: "I have a friends who works on the show. Apparently what happens is Suzie goes to the Upside Down for her Mormon mission and convinces everything there to join the Mormon Church thus saving the world.I know it sounds crazy but it’s how the Duffer Bros wanted to end the show apparently"
With Season 4 concluded, fans eagerly speculate Suzie's fate in Stranger Things 5. Whether she reunites with Dustin in Hawkins or aids him remotely, one thing's clear: fans crave Suzie's return. Many envision a heartwarming reunion, perhaps even a reprise of their iconic duet, 'Turn Around,' leaving viewers with a smile despite the looming threats of the Upside Down.
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