Stranger Things fans can now secure a permanent piece of Hawkins with the announcement of a complete series DVD and Blu-ray collection. The set, encompassing all five seasons of the hit Netflix show, is available for pre-order ahead of its release on July 28. The collection will be sold in both Blu-ray and 4K UHD formats, containing a total of 25 discs across 42 episodes. Prices are reported to range from 200 to 260 dollars at various online and physical retailers. For dedicated collectors, a special Deluxe Edition offers a significant array of physical bonuses. Beyond the episodes themselves, this version includes extensive bonus content like bloopers, cast and crew interviews, and behind-the-scenes featurettes. It also packs in numerous physical collectibles such as a Hellfire Club patch, five posters, 25 art cards, a fold-out map of Hawkins, and a branded twenty-sided die. The Deluxe Edition presents the seasons in a collector’s box with reversible sleeves featuring new artwork. It is also bundled with a large artbook filled with original design sketches, concept art, and storyboards, making it a comprehensive package for fans of the series. The release highlights a growing trend of popular streaming shows receiving permanent physical releases. This move offers fans assurance of permanent access, contrasting with the transient nature of streaming libraries where content can be removed due to licensing agreements or corporate decisions. Owning a physical copy guarantees the ability to revisit the adventures in Hawkins regardless of changes on digital platforms. The complete series set arrives following the conclusion of the show’s fifth and final season, providing a definitive way for audiences to own the entire story from the beginning to its end.
