S4E2: Chapter Two: Vecna's Curse

In "Stranger Things" Season 4, Episode 2, things get more intense as the Hawkins gang continues to deal with the aftermath of the gruesome events. Joyce and Murray dig deeper into the mysterious package Joyce received from Russia, which leads them to a phone call and a cryptic message that suggests Hopper might still be alive. This revelation, of course, sets them on a path to try and rescue him. Meanwhile, back in Hawkins, Mike finally arrives in California to visit Eleven and Will. However, Eleven is struggling with fitting in at her new school and keeping up appearances. A confrontation with her bully Angela at the roller rink ends in disaster when Eleven tries to stand up for herself but ends up making things worse. In Hawkins, the mysterious murders are causing panic, and the local police are on high alert. Max is haunted by visions related to Billy’s death and the strange occurrences around town. As the episode closes, we see more of the Upside Down's influence creeping into their world, leaving everyone on edge about what's to come next.