Every Stranger Things Season 5 Couple, Ranked Worst To Best
The final season of Stranger Things has arrived, and fans are buzzing about which couples made it through the epic battle against the Upside Down.
Some relationships blossomed into something beautiful, while others crashed and burned like a demogorgon in sunlight.
Here’s how all the major couples stack up from the ones that fizzled out to the ones that totally nailed it.
Disclaimer: All rankings and evaluations are based on viewer interpretation and narrative response rather than any objective or absolute measure of relationship success.
6. Jonathan Byers & Nancy Wheeler
Trapped together during the final battle, these two finally had the honest conversation fans knew was coming.
Jonathan delivered what he called an “un-proposal,” asking her not to marry him.
Surprisingly, she accepted this backward request, and they parted ways peacefully.
Their relationship couldn’t survive the distance and different dreams pulling them apart.
Sometimes love isn’t enough when two people want completely different futures.
It’s bittersweet but honest.
5. Robin Buckley & Vickie
Robin’s crush on Vickie finally seemed like it might go somewhere when Vickie ended her previous relationship.
The two shared mutual interest and some adorable moments together.
However, their relationship status remained frustratingly vague throughout the season.
Vickie mysteriously disappeared from the 18-month epilogue, leaving fans wondering what happened.
Did they date and break up, or did things just fizzle?
The ambiguity feels unsatisfying after waiting so long.
4. Dustin Henderson & Suzie Bingham
Dustin and Suzie’s long-distance love story has always been adorable, complete with nerdy duets and radio check-ins.
Though we didn’t see tons of them together this season, their bond remained strong and supportive.
Suzie continued being Dustin’s genius partner-in-crime, helping with tech solutions from afar.
These two geeks are genuinely perfect for each other.
Never underestimate nerd love!
3. Eleven & Mike Wheeler
Mike and Eleven have been the heart of Stranger Things since day one, but Season 5 brought their story to a poignant end.
After the final battle, Eleven chose to leave Hawkins behind for good.
She created a psychic illusion at the portal so Mike could believe she was still there.
Their final kiss happened in this dream-like space, marking a bittersweet goodbye.
Sometimes the greatest act of love is letting someone go.
Tissues required, obviously.
2. Lucas Sinclair & Max Mayfield
After everything Max went through, seeing her recover and thrive in the epilogue was pure joy.
Lucas stood by her side through the darkest times, proving his loyalty and love.
Eighteen months later, they’re enjoying movie dates and making plans for their future together.
Max is back to skateboarding, and Lucas remains her biggest cheerleader.
Their relationship showcases how real love means showing up when things get tough.
Total relationship goals, honestly.
1. Joyce Byers & Jim Hopper
After years of dancing around their feelings, Joyce and Hopper finally got their happy ending.
They survived the ultimate battle and emerged stronger than ever.
In the epilogue, Hopper proposed, and Joyce said yes without hesitation.
They’re planning to leave Hawkins behind and start fresh somewhere new.
These two have earned every ounce of happiness after everything they’ve endured.
True love wins, and it’s absolutely perfect.
