In 1987, the year where "Stranger Things" season 5 unfolds, Holly Wheeler, Mike's little sister, is no longer a toddler. She's growing up and starting to shape her own story. One of her new interests is a book called "A Wrinkle in Time. " This book is about a girl named Meg and her adventures through the universe with some unusual guides.

Holly isn't just reading this book; she's also talking to an imaginary friend named Mr. Whatsit. Now, this friend might not be as imaginary as it seems. In the book, there's a character called Mrs. Whatsit, who is a shapeshifter and a traveler between worlds. She helps Meg and her friends on their journey. So, why does Holly's imaginary friend share the same last name?

This isn't the only hint that "Stranger Things" is drawing from "A Wrinkle in Time. " The titles of the episodes in season 5 also point to this connection. For example, the title of episode 6 is "Chapter Six: Escape from Camazotz. " In the book, Camazotz is a planet where everything seems normal, but it's actually under the control of a villain called IT. This villain can control minds, much like Vecna in "Stranger Things. "

Even the creatures in "A Wrinkle in Time" have something in common with "Stranger Things. " On the planet Ixchel, there are scary creatures that aren't all bad. This reminds us of the Demogorgons in "Stranger Things, " which have shown some kindness too.

So, what does all this mean? It seems like "Stranger Things" is using "A Wrinkle in Time" as a big clue. Maybe Mr. Whatsit isn't just an imaginary friend. Maybe he's a hint at something bigger, something that connects to the story of "Stranger Things. "

HOLLY WHEELER

Mr. Whatsit: A Clue to Stranger Things Season 5's Hidden Story

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