See the 'Stranger Things' Cast from Their First Premiere to Their Last
PEOPLE compiled photos of the Stranger Things cast from their very first premiere in 2016 to the latest images at the season 5 premiere, nearly 10 years later. The series' original cast members appeared as kids when they first joined.
The End of a Decade-Long Journey
The cast is bidding farewell to the show after almost a decade. The popular Netflix series is concluding with its fifth season, released on November 7, and the cast reunited for the world premiere at the TCL Chinese 6 Theatres in Hollywood, California. Over the years, both actors and their characters grew visibly on screen.
Premiere Appearances and Cast Additions
- Most of the cast made their Stranger Things debut in 2016, except for Maya Hawke and Sadie Sink.
- Maya Hawke joined in 2019 as Robin Buckley.
- Sadie Sink was introduced two years earlier as Max Mayfield.
Viewers can reflect on how much time has passed since the sci-fi series first premiered by looking at these photos from the past and present.
Cast Highlights
- Millie Bobby Brown had her breakout role at just 12 years old in this series.
- Gaten Matarazzo started his career on Broadway, then took on the role of Dustin Henderson at age 13.
- Caleb McLaughlin also began on Broadway and was 13 when he landed his role in the show.
- Finn Wolfhard had appeared in only two TV episodes before starring as Mike Wheeler at age 13.
“The cast has grown up before the viewers’ eyes, marking a unique journey alongside the story.”
Stranger Things not only launched these young actors into stardom but also created a lasting legacy that fans will cherish as the series ends.
Author’s Summary
The Stranger Things cast has evolved from kids to young adults over nearly a decade, marking a memorable close to the beloved series with its fifth and final season.