Duffer Brothers Spark Steve Harrington Death Theories With Funko Pop Tease on Jimmy Fallon

During a recent appearance on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,' 'Stranger Things' creators Matt and Ross Duffer unintentionally drove social media into a frenzy as fans impatiently await the final episodes of Season 5. Fans speculated that a beloved character might be eliminated in 'Stranger Things' 5 Volume 2 because of the way the figures were arranged in a lighthearted segment where they were asked to use 'Stranger Things' Funko Pop figures to hint at how the series might end, particularly a dramatic moment where Steve Harrington's Funko Pop was pushed off a desk. 

With the series finale debuting on 31st December, 2025, and the next episodes scheduled to premiere on 25th December, 2025, each tease feels packed with potential spoilers.

The Duffer Brothers and the Art of Suspense in 'Stranger Things'

Under the creative direction of twin brothers Matt and Ross Duffer, 'Stranger Things' has been a worldwide success since its 2016 premiere, fusing horror-sci-fi thrills, nostalgia for the 1980s, and emotional character arcs. With notable characters like Eleven, Mike, Dustin, and Steve Harrington becoming cultural icons, the show has amassed a devoted following over the course of its five seasons. 

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Joe Keery's character, Steve Harrington, has experienced one of the most amazing metamorphoses in the series, turning from a clichéd high school bully into a fiercely devoted and courageous character whom viewers adore.

As the show draws to a close, there is a lot of speculation about who will make it through the last battle with Vecna and the Upside Down. The Duffer Brothers are renowned for their emotionally charged payoffs and carefully regulated storytelling. They frequently kill characters in ways that have a significant impact on the plot and the dynamics of the main group. Fans' present concern over possible Season 5 deaths is justified given the series' propensity to shock and tear hearts, as demonstrated by previous losses like Barb, Billy, and Eddie Munson.

In the Netflix trailer for 'Stranger Things' 5 Volume 2, released ahead of the holidays, dramatic stakes and perilous moments are front and center. Lines like "You die, I die" heighten concerns about deadly consequences, while scenes allude to fierce battles against otherworldly forces and emotionally fraught interactions between individuals like Steve and Dustin. 

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Although these trailer moments are not definitive proof of any death, they contribute to a mounting sense of tension as the story hurtles toward its conclusion.

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The Funko Pop Moment That Ignited Theories

‘The Tonight Show' segment started out as lighthearted entertainment but soon turned into a goldmine for fan theories. Barb's figure was laid on the floor as Fallon and the Duffers organized the Funko Pops, a terrifying allusion to her terrible Season 1 destiny, until more thoughtful placements were made. Steve's figure was perilously perched on the edge of the desk, Will's was piled under Vecna, and Eleven's wound up in a glass of water.

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Ross Duffer then pushed Steve's figure off, prompting gasps from the audience and a flurry of online reactions. Viewers responded right after on sites like Reddit and X (previously Twitter), with some believing that this symbolic gesture hinted at Steve's impending demise in the conclusion. Others warned that a "false alarm" surprise might be coming and that the brothers were just taunting fans, a common tactic used by showrunners who enjoy keeping viewers guessing. 

Looking Forward

In the midst of speculation, some fans even suggested that Steve's fall might be a symbolic setup, implying that he would be in danger or presumed to be dead before making a spectacular comeback. The Funko Pop arrangement has only increased excitement for Volume 2 and the impending finale, regardless of whether it was a purposeful hint at the story's conclusion or merely a lighthearted ruse by its creators. 

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With emotional stakes at an all‑time high and the clock ticking toward December's release dates, 'Stranger Things' may yet deliver one of its most unforgettable conclusions—be it tragic, triumphant, or somewhere in between. 

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