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The Best Episodes of Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1

Every episode of Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1 Episode 10 - Chapter Ten: Countdown
    7.2/10(1778 votes)

    S1:E10

    With time running out, the party pulls together for a brave battle to stay alive. Friends have to help friends — because Hawkins' future depends on it.

    Director:Philip J. Allora
    Writers:Ryan Little, Kevin Burke, Chris Wyatt

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  2. Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1 Episode 4 - Chapter Four: The Confession
    7.1/10(1812 votes)

    S1:E4

    A worried Mike decides to come clean to Hopper, and Dustin drags Steve into the H.I.C. Nikki welcomes Will to the mosh pit. Lucas and Max hit the arcade.

    Directors:JJ Conway, Philip J. Allora
    Writer:Dan Milano

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  3. Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1 Episode 9 - Chapter Nine: The Suspect
    7.1/10(1625 votes)

    S1:E9

    In the wake of a shocking revelation, the H.I.C. digs in to investigate, splitting up into teams to search for more clues and uncover the truth.

    Director:Ashe Jacobson
    Writer:Alexis Quasarano

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  4. Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1 Episode 3 - Chapter Three: Evolution
    6.9/10(1857 votes)

    S1:E3

    The kids look for answers about the mutant creatures plaguing their town and get a helpful lesson from Mrs. Baxter, their substitute science teacher.

    Director:JJ Conway
    Writers:Jennifer Muro, Chad Quandt

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  5. Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1 Episode 7 - Chapter Seven: Enter the Storm
    6.9/10(1673 votes)

    S1:E7

    Lucas and Max seek higher ground to call in a Code Red. Across town, Will, Mike and Nikki are snowed in at school — and El can see they're not alone.

    Director:Philip J. Allora
    Writer:Dan Milano

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  6. Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1 Episode 8 - Chapter Eight: The Party
    6.9/10(1629 votes)

    S1:E8

    Dustin finds danger at the Food Mart when two terrifying creatures break in. The gang gears up to go underground just in time for Nikki's birthday.

    Director:Ben Choi
    Writers:Ray Utarnachitt, Jen Bardekoff

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  7. Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1 Episode 5 - Chapter Five: The Weekly Watcher
    6.8/10(1702 votes)

    S1:E5

    When a photo that could put El in danger gets sold to a popular tabloid, the kids pull Nancy into a heist to get it back. If they can't? It's game over.

    Director:Ben Choi
    Writer:Joshua Pruett

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  8. Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1 Episode 6 - Chapter Six: A Storm Is Coming
    6.7/10(1685 votes)

    S1:E6

    As a blizzard bears down on Hawkins, Dustin goes on a side quest, and Max and Lucas hear a cry for help. A bold move lands some of the gang in detention.

    Director:Ashe Jacobson
    Writer:Ray Utarnachitt

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  9. Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1 Episode 2 - Chapter Two: Bad Harvest
    6.6/10(2217 votes)

    S1:E2

    Nikki joins the party — and the newly formed Hawkins Investigators Club. Strange things take root at a nearby farm and shake up the Winter Festival.

    Director:JJ Conway
    Writers:Eric Robles, Chad Quandt

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  10. Stranger Things: Tales from '85 Season 1 Episode 1 - Chapter One: Welcome to Hawkins, New Kid
    6.4/10(2564 votes)

    S1:E1

    A surprising new threat alters the gang's plans to shovel snow for extra cash, bringing them face to face with danger and closer to a cool new student.

    Directors:Eric Robles, Sarah Jean Partington
    Writers:Jennifer Muro, Eric Robles

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Chapter Ten: Countdown" is the best rated episode of Stranger Things: Tales from '85 season 1. It scored 7.2/10 from 1,778 votes. Directed by Philip J. Allora and written by Ryan Little, Kevin Burke, Chris Wyatt, it aired on April 23, 2026. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Chapter Four: The Confession".