This Stranger Things Star Cried Most at the End of Filming

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Grab the Kleenex.

Fans of “Stranger Things” are bound to shed tears, possibly even unhappily so, as they watch the fifth and last season of the popular Netflix series airing later in 2023, as suggested by the show’s actors.

In an exclusive conversation with TopMob News during Netflix’s Tudum event held in Los Angeles recently, Noah Schnapp, who plays Will Byers, shared that what they are working on now surpasses anything they’ve done before. He described it as incredibly large yet intimate, heartfelt, and possibly the most emotional project they’ve undertaken.

He added, “Prepare for tears.”

As a heartbroken fan, I can’t help but choke up at the thought of bidding farewell. On that bittersweet final day of filming, the stars couldn’t hold back their tears, their emotions as raw and tangible as mine.

On the initial day of filming, it seemed just ordinary, but the final day was truly extraordinary, my memory still echoes this fact. That particular day will forever remain etched in my mind – a mix of melancholy and perfection.

As for which cast member cried the most during their on-set farewells?

Well, it might be me,” Noah joked lightly. “Truth is, I’m quite emotional. Seeing everyone cry really got to me because we care for each other deeply, and saying goodbyes isn’t easy.

However, Noah promised viewers will be “really satisfied” with how the supernatural story wraps up.

“I was really nervous to see how it would end up,” he reflected, “and I’m really happy with it.”

Co-star Calen McLaughlin, portraying Lucas Sinclair, shared similar thoughts with Noah at the Netflix premiere.

Caleb playfully remarked, ‘A wealth of experiences, affection, joy, and tears – all the feelings we’ve accumulated over the past decade.’ He continued, ‘It’s not just about quality or love or enthusiasm, but the deep bond we’ve forged during these years. We’ve essentially grown up on this show. We began our journey at the same point in life. This marks the end of a chapter, yet it’s a beautiful and meaningful one.’

In simpler terms, the first part of “Stranger Things” Season Five, made up of four episodes, is set to debut on November 26, which happens to be the day preceding Thanksgiving.

In the meantime, keep reading for everything we know about the final season.

The 23-year-old expressed that he spent his childhood years involved in this show and even journeyed across the globe with them. He feels deeply humbled and thankful for the opportunity to have had such an extraordinary experience.

Indeed, collaborating with the Duffer brothers, specifically Matt Duffer and Ross Duffer, over the last nine years has been nothing short of a cherished dream realized by Caleb.

He remarked that his perspective has shifted significantly due to Stranger Things, influencing many aspects of his creativity. Furthermore, he found immense inspiration from interacting with the exceptionally gifted and selfless cast members. The Duffers, as creators, have been incredibly generous in sharing their expertise and passion with him and the rest of the team.

As for his thoughts on the series’ ending?

Caleb playfully remarked, ‘A wealth of information, affection, joy, tears – every human emotion.’ He was referring to the essence of the love, dedication, and enthusiasm we’ve nurtured over the past decade. We’ve essentially grown up on this show. It all began in a certain phase of our lives. The closing of this chapter is bittersweet, yet it’s beautiful.

In simpler terms, the first part of “Stranger Things” season five, which includes four episodes, is set to be released on November 26, a day prior to Thanksgiving.

In the meantime, keep reading for everything we know about the final season.

Regarding Max’s uncertain future, Matt and Ross Duffer revealed on the Happy Sad Confused podcast that Dr. Brenner, played by Matthew Modine, has met his end permanently. In their words, “He’s done for.

Just as with Eddie (the character portrayed by Joseph Quinn), he gave himself over to the Demobats, buying precious time for the other children engaged in battle. In an interview with TopMob News, Joseph expressed his eagerness to return, stating, “I would be more than willing. But we’ll have to wait and see.

Regarding Max (Sadie Sink), her brothers remain hopeful, even though she is technically brain-dead and has suffered severe injuries including blindness and broken bones. They still cling to the idea that she is alive.

In an interview with Deadline, Sadie expressed uncertainty about Max’s future, given that she’s in a coma. “It’s hard to predict what will happen next,” she said. “Max’s situation is uncertain because she’s comatose and Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) can’t locate her in the void, so we don’t know where she is or what condition she might be in.

Natalia Dyer, who plays Nancy, is finding it hard to decide who her character should be with. She feels that both Jonathan (Charlie Heaton) and Steve (Joe Keery) could potentially suit Nancy, but at the same time, she believes that Nancy might need some personal growth and self-discovery time rather than jumping into another relationship. As she expressed to Variety, “It’s really challenging… I don’t know. It seems like Nancy has been in a relationship for a while, so perhaps she needs some time for herself.

She added, “Regardless of the outcome, I wish she conducts herself with honesty. Frankly, I found it a bit awkward that the situation involving Jonathan seemed to unfold without Steve’s knowledge initially. frankly, I find it hard to believe she acted in such a way. But then again, I can understand why.

In the final episode of the season, it was revealed that Will (Noah Schnap) and Vecna remain connected since their bond was formed in Season 2. When asked if viewers can expect interactions between these characters in Season 5, Jamie Campbell Bower told TopMob News, “Given that Vecna and Will share a past, it would be delightful to revisit that connection, if you will.”

Initially intending for a fresh start in California, Joyce (Winona Ryder), Will (Noah Schnapp), Jonathan (Charlie Heaton) and Eleven (Millie Bobby Brown) find themselves yearning for Hawkins and their old friends. As a result, it appears the Byers family is planning to leave their California residence and return to Indiana in season five, accompanied by Hopper and Eleven.

Matt Duffer shared some insights about the upcoming season 5 with Collider, stating that it will primarily focus on events in Hawkins, but there will also be significant elements in the Upside Down. He emphasized that this season is all about characters reuniting and returning to Hawkins.

According to reports, the creators known as the Duffer Brothers have generally mapped out season five, which is set to be the last one, but they can’t predict exactly when production will start.

As your trusted lifestyle advisor, allow me to share some insights about my favorite series we all cherish. Reflecting on the extended timeline of our beloved show’s latest season, spanning over two years, I can only speculate about when Season Five might grace our screens. The mastermind creators, the Duffers, undoubtedly recognize the palpable excitement among fans for another chapter. Yet, they are in no hurry to deliver it. Their commitment is to craft a fitting and exceptional finale that will truly do justice to the incredible journey we’ve embarked on together.

It appears that the Duffer Brothers might be reducing the number of scenes in the final season, without hurrying through the process. They’ve mentioned that the remaining episodes will be somewhat shorter, but they expect the finale to again be a full-length movie-style episode.

Matt Duffer mentioned during an interview on the Happy Sad Confused podcast that the reason we won’t have as much depth in season 5 is because it takes about two hours for the kids to become fully engrossed in a supernatural mystery this time around. In previous seasons, you got to know the characters, watched them navigate their everyday lives, deal with high school struggles, and even see Steve searching for a date. However, none of these elements will be present in season 5.

January 8th saw Netflix confirming that filming for the fifth and concluding season of Stranger Things has begun, as they posted a heartwarming picture featuring the Hawkins gang on their social media platforms.

The streaming service declared on their social platforms, “This signals Code Red!”, meaning the filming for Stranger Things 5 has now commenced!!!

During a special chat with TopMob News, the executive producer of Stranger Things, Shawn Levy, assured fans that season five will provide answers to any lingering questions and emphasized their commitment to keeping viewers content.

On November 6th, affectionately referred to as “Stranger Things Day,” Netflix announced that the opening episode of the last season will be named “Chapter One: The Creep.

It seems that Will Byers may play a crucial role in how the Netflix series “Stranger Things” concludes its storyline. In an interview with Forbes, actor Noah Schnapp hinted at what viewers can anticipate from the final season: “I believe they did a fantastic job developing Will’s character this season and addressed everything that needed to be addressed beautifully. The way the show ended is perfect—the narrative started with Will, and it will end with him as well.

Maya Hawke recently revealed the upcoming series is “basically eight movies.”

As she explained on Penn Badgley’s Podcrushed in June 2024, “The episodes are very long.”

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2025-06-29 02:17