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‘Stranger Things’ Gets Last-minute Warning after Texas shooting

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In the wake of the Texas school shooting that killed 19 students and two teachers, Netflix has slapped a last-minute content warning to the first episode of the new season of Stranger Things. “Graphic violence involving children” is featured in the new season, which began on Friday, May 27.

Stranger Things is back, but before returning to Hawkins, the Upside Down, California, and Russia, viewers in the United States will see a warning which reads: “We filmed this season of Stranger Things a year ago. But given the recent tragic shooting at a school in Texas, viewers may find the opening scene of episode 1 distressing. We are deeply saddened by this unspeakable violence, and our hearts go out to every family mourning a loved one.”

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Netflix also edited the description for the premiere to include: “Warning: Contains graphic violence involving children.”

“We decided to add the card given the proximity of the premiere to this tragedy — and because the opening scene is very graphic,” a Netflix spokesperson explained.

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Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.