Samsung and Netflix Launch Stranger Things Galaxy Theme

Key Takeaways:

• Samsung and Netflix are offering an exclusive Stranger Things theme and five wallpapers for Galaxy phones via the Galaxy Store.
• The pack is free for users who download or launch the Netflix app and is available Jan. 12–Feb. 22, 2026 in 186 countries.
• The theme reflects Season 5 visuals (Hawkins, the Upside Down) and has device and OS compatibility limits (Android 15–16 for theme; wallpapers Android 8+).

What Samsung and Netflix are releasing

Samsung Electronics and Netflix have released an official Stranger Things theme for Galaxy smartphones, timed with the show’s final season rollout.

The package includes a downloadable theme plus five wallpapers that showcase live-action characters and locations from Season 5, letting fans apply the show’s dark, cinematic aesthetic across their home and lock screens.

Availability and cost

The Stranger Things theme is available worldwide to Galaxy users in 186 countries through the Galaxy Store from Jan. 12 to Feb. 22, 2026. It is provided at no additional cost to users who download or launch the Netflix app during the promotional period.

Compatibility details

Samsung notes the special theme package supports Galaxy smartphones running Android OS versions 15–16, while the wallpapers can be downloaded on devices running Android 8 or later. Some models may not support the theme package.

The promotion is time-limited and may be changed or withdrawn without notice due to circumstances at Samsung or Netflix.

Why this matters

Stranger Things has been a major cultural driver for Netflix since its 2016 debut. Season 5, Part 1 (released Nov. 27, 2025) debuted at No. 1 in 91 countries and drew 59.6 million views in its first five days, marking a record opening for an English-language series on the platform.

Samsung’s new theme builds on that momentum, giving fans a way to personalize their devices with imagery from one of Netflix’s most-watched franchises.

Context: a continuing partnership

Samsung and Netflix have collaborated before on themed content, including special Galaxy themes tied to KPop Demon Hunters and earlier Stranger Things promotions connected to Season 4.

These tie-ins are part of Samsung’s broader strategy to surface entertainment-related personalization through the Galaxy Store and to deepen the device experience for fans of major streaming properties.

How to get the theme

Open the Galaxy Store on a compatible Galaxy phone, search for the Stranger Things theme, and ensure you’ve launched or installed the Netflix app to access the free offer while the promotion runs (Jan. 12–Feb. 22, 2026).

For device-specific support or issues, visit Samsung Customer Support or the Galaxy Store listing for details and compatibility notes.