Stranger Things fans rejoice!
Eddie Munson an eccentric metalhead, played by Joseph Quinn, is getting his own prequel story in Flight of Icarus. Now, fans can dive deeper into his backstory.
As reported by Entertainment Weekly, Flight of Icarus will delve into Eddie’s journey in 1984, two years prior to Stranger Things Season 4
Written by Caitlin Schneiderhan, Flight of Icarus will portray Eddie Munson’s pursuit of a music career with his band Corroded Coffin.
However, to achieve his dreams, Eddie needs money, leading him to get involved in his father’s shady scheme.
Paige, a record producer, offers him the opportunity he’s been looking for, but there’s a catch
Schneiderhan, involved in writing Stranger Things’ final season, assures fans that the prequel story blends smoothly into the overall narrative.
Fans of ‘Stranger Things’ love Eddie Munson
Schneiderhan talked about Eddie’s character development, stating that he’s different at the start of Stranger Things Season 4 from his prequel story. Eddie’s journey towards becoming a hero is messy and complicated, and the novel lets fans experience it.
The cover of Stranger Things: Flight of Icarus features an illustration of Eddie striking a familiar pose, shredding on guitar and throwing his head back to the sky. The image brings to mind Eddie’s selfless act of distracting the swarms of Demobats in the Upside Down.
Flight of Icarus provides a chance for Stranger Things fans to reconnect with Eddie, who died heroically in Season 4. While his return to the show is unlikely, fans remain hopeful for a miraculous resurrection in the final season.
If you are a fan of Stranger Things and Eddie Munson, then Flight of Icarus is a must-read. Get ready to learn more about this fascinating character and his journey towards becoming the leader of the Hellfire Club.
Don’t miss out on the chance to experience Eddie’s backstory and delve deeper into the world of Stranger Things.
All four seasons of Stranger Things are currently streaming on Netflix.
