Episode 9 of Stranger Things does not exist. Only 'Conformity Gate' does.
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News1808-01-2026, 11:01

Stranger Things Fans Trolled After Netflix Crash Over Fake "Conformity Gate" Episode

  • Stranger Things fans anticipated a secret "Conformity Gate" Episode 9 after the Season 5 finale.
  • The theory suggested the finale was a setup for a follow-up episode on January 7.
  • Thousands of fans allegedly crashed Netflix on January 7 while waiting for the non-existent episode.
  • The "Conformity Gate" theory proved false, leading to no new episode.
  • Fans are now widely trolled on social media platforms like X for their belief and the Netflix crash.

Why It Matters: Stranger Things fans faced online ridicule after crashing Netflix for a non-existent secret episode.

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