Vickie’s Fate in ‘Stranger Things’: Duffer Brothers Drop Hint on Robin’s Relationship

Key Takeaways

• The Stranger Things series finale did not provide an update on the character Vickie, leaving her whereabouts and relationship with Robin unknown.
• Show creators Matt and Ross Duffer intentionally left the fate of Robin and Vickie’s relationship up to the audience’s interpretation.
• The Duffer brothers suggest that it’s unlikely Robin and Vickie’s high school romance survived beyond Hawkins, but leave room for possibility.
• The finale did confirm that Max and Lucas are still together, and Joyce and Hopper are engaged.

Introduction to the Mystery
The Stranger Things series finale, "The Rightside Up," provided a sense of closure for many of the characters, but one notable absence was Vickie, played by Amybeth McNulty. Despite being a significant part of the story in seasons 4 and 5, Vickie was not featured or directly mentioned in the epilogue, leaving fans wondering about her whereabouts and the status of her relationship with Robin, played by Maya Hawke. This omission has sparked speculation and debate among fans, with many trying to piece together what might have happened to Vickie and Robin’s relationship.

The Duffer Brothers’ Perspective
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, show creators Matt and Ross Duffer revealed that they did discuss Vickie’s fate, but ultimately decided to leave it up to the audience to decide what happened to her and Robin. Ross Duffer explained that the flash-forward in the finale was intended to bring the characters up to a certain point, and then leave the rest to the fans’ imagination. Matt Duffer added that, in his opinion, it’s unlikely that Robin and Vickie’s high school romance survived beyond Hawkins, citing the low percentage of high school couples who remain together after college. However, he also left room for possibility, saying "you never know."

Robin and Vickie’s Relationship
For those who may not be familiar with the storyline, Robin had a huge crush on Vickie, a fellow member of the Hawkins High School band, throughout season 4 of Stranger Things. The pair eventually got together at the beginning of season 5, and Vickie even played a role in helping to protect Max during the final fight against Vecna and the Mind Flayer. However, fans began to suspect that Robin and Vickie might have gone their separate ways when they didn’t attend the class of ’89 graduation ceremony together. A comment made by Robin about "overbearing significant others" while hanging out with friends also sparked speculation about the status of their relationship.

The Fate of Other Characters
While the finale may not have provided a concrete answer about Robin and Vickie’s relationship, it did confirm that some other characters are still together. Max and Lucas, played by Sadie Sink and Caleb McLaughlin, are still going strong, and Joyce and Hopper, played by Winona Ryder and David Harbour, are engaged. This suggests that love is still alive in Hawkins, even if Robin and Vickie’s relationship may not have survived. The finale’s epilogue provided a sense of closure for many of the characters, but the mystery surrounding Vickie’s fate will likely continue to be a topic of discussion among fans.

Conclusion and Speculation
The Stranger Things series finale may have provided a sense of closure for many of the characters, but the absence of Vickie has left fans with more questions than answers. While the Duffer brothers have provided some insight into their thought process, ultimately, the fate of Robin and Vickie’s relationship is up to the audience’s interpretation. Fans will likely continue to speculate about what might have happened to Vickie and Robin, and the mystery surrounding their relationship will remain a topic of discussion for years to come. As the show comes to a close, it’s clear that the characters and storylines will continue to captivate and inspire fans, even if some questions are left unanswered.