Who knew that in a small town like Hawkins, Indiana, wed get lesbian lovers among the Demogorgons and doom? Certainly not Will Byers. Lets break down that first episode of Volume 1. SPOILERS AHEAD! The Scene Heard Round the Upside DownIn Episode 1 Season 5 the final season the gang is scattered across Hawkins trying to keep the town somewhat in tact. As a refresher, the last season ended with Vecna opening a huge gate to the Upside Down, killing multiple residents in the process before he seemingly disappeared.Robin (Maya Hawke) and Steve (Joe Keery) traded in their job at the video store to work at the local radio station (honestly, I love how these two reinvent their rsums every season). Will (Noah Schnapp), Mike (Finn Wolfhard), Lucas (Caleb McLaughlin), and Dustin (Gaten Matarazzo) are clinging to academic survival. Hopper (David Harbour) and Joyce (Winona Ryder) are helping El (Millie Bobby Brown) prep for another battle, after they track down Vecnas hideout. But the real jaw-dropper? A little detour into queer romance.The First Queer Kiss of the Series FinallySTRANGER THINGS. Amybeth McNulty as Vickie in STRANGER THINGS. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix 2022While hosting her radio show, Robin casually drops that she has a date that night. She doesnt say who, but we all knew who we were manifesting from Season 4.Later, she has to cancel (because Hawkins literally cant give anyone a break), but she promises to make it up to her date revealed to be Vickie (Amybeth McNulty). The gays stay winning!And then? The kiss. But not just any lip-lock. A hot one! Will happens to catch the two sneaking a steamy little smooch at Vickies workplace while hes visiting Max in the hospital. The sight has him stumbling and dropping his soda pop. But more on that revelation later. A Quick Refresher on Will Byers JourneySchnapp has long acknowledged the subtext fans picked up on from the beginning: Wills quiet, aching crush on Mike Wheeler. After years of speculation, the actor confirmed what many already felt.Its pretty clear this season that Will has feelings for Mike, he told Variety. Theyve been intentionally pulling that out over the past few seasons.Schnapp added that Wills loneliness watching his friends pair up, fit in, and move on while he hangs behind speaks to so many queer kids trying to figure themselves out. Its why Will remains one of the shows most relatable characters.We Love Robin BuckleyStranger Things may love introducing new characters, but Robin Buckley? A necessary addition who flipped the shows DNA for the better. Fans spent all of Season 3 expecting a Steve-and-Robin romance until that bathroom confession in Starcourt Mall changed everything.After Steves crush confession, Robin admits her jealousy wasnt about Steves popularity it was because her crush, Tammy Thompson, wouldnt stop staring at him. Steve, in true himbo fashion, takes a beat before landing on the now-iconic line:But Tammy Thompsons a girl.STRANGER THINGS. (L to R) Maya Hawke as Robin Buckley and Joe Keery as Steve Harrington in STRANGER THINGS. Cr. Steve Dietl/Netflix 2022We love a casual, cool coming out story, especially one in a mainstream juggernaut like Stranger Things. And yes last season, we saw sparks flying between Robin and Vickie. Sparks that, apparently, have turned into a full flame.STRANGER THINGS. (L to R) Amybeth McNulty as Vickie and Maya Hawke as Robin Buckley in STRANGER THINGS. Cr. Tina Rowden/Netflix 2022What Happens Next?If theres one thing Stranger Things loves, its making us wait. And scream. And wait some more. But one things for sure: queer love has officially made its way to Hawkins, and it feels so good. To see how queer the cast said this season is, check out our interviews here. STRANGER THINGS: SEASON 5. (L to R) Noah Schnapp as Will Byers and Maya Hawke as Robin Buckley in STRANGER THINGS: SEASON 5. Cr. Courtesy of Netflix 2025Source