As the final season of the popular Netflix series Stranger Things approaches, fans are eagerly awaiting the conclusion of the show. The fourth season, released in 2022, has become the second-most-viewed series on the streaming platform, garnering over 140,700,000 views. Additionally, there is an award-winning stage production based on the show, and plans for various spin-offs are currently in progress.
The show's lengthy production timeline, spanning over a decade for five seasons, has been a topic of discussion, particularly as the main cast, including Millie Bobby Brown, who portrays Eleven, has grown up on screen. Brown, now 20 years old, reflected on her journey from starting the show at age ten to reaching adulthood during the filming process.
Social media users have also shared their thoughts on the aging cast, with many pointing out the significant time gap between seasons and the characters' ages in the storyline. The challenge of maintaining continuity in the characters' appearances has been addressed by the show's executive producers, who utilize makeup, wardrobe, and '80s aesthetics to bridge the age gap.
The main cast members, now in their early twenties, were children when the series began, adding a unique dynamic to the show's evolution. Despite the real-life aging of the actors, the characters in Hawkins remain around 16-17 years old in the storyline.
Shawn Levy, one of the executive producers, acknowledged the cast's growth and emphasized the team's efforts to maintain the characters' iconic looks through various techniques. Levy expressed the cast's eagerness to return to work and continue the story of Stranger Things.
For fans eagerly anticipating the final season, the wait will continue until 2025, as the series is currently halfway through production. Netflix has shared updates on the progress of the new season, assuring viewers that the cast and crew are dedicated to delivering a memorable conclusion to the beloved show.
