The fifth season of Stranger Things has premiered on Netflix, introducing a new character, Derek Turnbow, who quickly became a fan favorite. While Derek’s unexpected transformation from a typical bully to a likable character added depth to the narrative, concerns arise over unresolved plot points, particularly involving his family following the chaotic events of Episode 3, titled “The Turnbow Trap.”
In this episode, the main characters engage in a risky scheme that involves drugging a pie, breaking into a house, and ultimately kidnapping the Turnbow family. Their goal was to tag a Demogorgon while attempting to protect Derek’s family. However, the plan falters when it is revealed that Derek did not receive enough of the drugged pie to remain unconscious for long. The episode concludes with him regaining consciousness, leaving his parents and older sister tied up and vulnerable in a barn just as a Demogorgon approaches.
Derek’s family, the Turnbows, were last seen restrained in a precarious situation. As the episode wraps up, viewers are left wondering about their fate. While Joyce and the main cast managed to escape with Derek, the absence of the Turnbows raises pressing questions about their survival and the potential consequences for the protagonists.
The implications of the Turnbows being left behind could lead to significant repercussions in the storyline. While they may not be central to the narrative, their predicament could create additional complications for the heroes. If Mr. and Mrs. Turnbow manage to escape their bonds, they might recall the events leading to their kidnapping, which could put the protagonists in jeopardy.
As the show moves forward, the situation is precarious. The authorities, including military personnel who survived previous encounters with Vecna and the Demogorgons, could become involved in the search for the Turnbows. If they connect Derek’s kidnapping to the heroes, it could transform the group into fugitives. Surveillance measures in place throughout Hawkins complicate matters, as any visible connection to the Turnbows could have dire implications.
The looming threat of danger also raises concerns for the Turnbow family. With them helpless in the barn, they become easy targets should any creatures from the Upside Down attack. While the potential death of the Turnbows could simplify certain plotlines for the heroes, the emotional toll would be significant.
Viewers are left to ponder the fate of the Turnbows as they await the release of Volume 2 on December 25, 2023. The finale, set to debut on New Year’s Eve, promises more thrills and revelations. As the story unfolds, fans will be keen to discover whether the Turnbows will be rescued or face a darker fate in the gripping conclusion of Stranger Things Season 5.
