Noah Schnapp, who stars as Will Byers in Netflix’s hit series Stranger Things, recently opened up about the emotional journey of filming the show’s fifth and final season. In an exclusive interview, Schnapp shared his thoughts on wrapping up the groundbreaking series and what it means to him personally and professionally.
The final season marks the culmination of a cultural phenomenon that began in 2016, propelling its young cast to stardom. Schnapp described the experience as both exciting and bittersweet, likening it to saying goodbye to a family and to childhood itself. “It was heart-wrenching,” he said, reflecting on the moment he read the finale script. “We did not expect to cry as much as we did.”
Despite the sadness, Schnapp expressed gratitude for the journey and the chance to reunite with his castmates during press tours and promotional events. “It helps to look forward to being back together,” he said, though he acknowledged that once the series is completely over, it will bring “another wave of depression.”
When asked if the series might continue in some form, Schnapp hinted that the creators, the Duffer Brothers, intend for the finale to provide closure. “I think it’s so perfect as it is. They don’t want to milk it and drag it,” he said, suggesting the show will end on a high note.
As for how he would describe the final season in one word, Schnapp chose “epic.” Fans of the series can look forward to an emotionally charged and action-packed conclusion that promises to honor the legacy of the show.
While the end of Stranger Things marks a significant chapter closing for Schnapp and the rest of the cast, it also signals the beginning of new opportunities for the young actor, who has grown up alongside his character and the show’s millions of devoted fans.