If you’re planning a binge-watch of the Netflix hit Stranger Things , you might be wondering how much time to set aside for Season 3. Here’s the quick answer:

Here is the complete list of episodes from Season 3:

| Episode # | Title | Runtime (approx.) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1 | "Chapter One: Suzie, Do You Copy?" | 51 min | | 2 | "Chapter Two: The Mall Rats" | 50 min | | 3 | "Chapter Three: The Case of the Missing Lifeguard" | 51 min | | 4 | "Chapter Four: The Sauna Test" | 52 min | | 5 | "Chapter Five: The Flayed" | 51 min | | 6 | "Chapter Six: E Pluribus Unum" | 55 min | | 7 | "Chapter Seven: The Bite" | 54 min | | 8 | "Chapter Eight: The Battle of Starcourt" | 78 min | While there are only 8 episodes, the season finale is an epic, feature-length 78-minute episode. The total runtime for the entire season is approximately 7 hours and 42 minutes —making it feel much longer than the episode count suggests. Why Does This Matter? Knowing the episode count helps set expectations. Season 3 is often praised by fans for its tighter, more action-driven story compared to Season 2. With only 8 episodes, the plot moves quickly, focusing on the summer of 1985, the new Starcourt Mall, and the terrifying new monster known as the Mind Flayer.