6 Stranger Things Stars Who Have a Failed Career Outside the Netflix Show
From Noah Schnapp to Natalia Dyer, six Stranger Things actors have struggled to find success beyond the supernatural world of Hawkins. The final season takes fans back to where it all began, featuring a flashback with a de-aged Will Byers. Noah Schnapp reflected on this moment in an interview with SFX magazine.
He explained how he helped the young actor copy his “physicality” and breath work, while the VFX team spent months “working with 11-year-old me.”
This nostalgic glimpse wraps up Will’s emotional journey. Schnapp also shared he is ready to say goodbye to the series.
With Stranger Things Season 5 releasing in three parts on November 26, December 25, and December 31, the sense of nostalgia is strong. However, not all cast members have flourished outside the show’s eerie setting. Below are some whose careers have dimmed after their Stranger Things fame.
Gaten Matarazzo’s Career Outside Stranger Things
Gaten Matarazzo won fans as the lovable and curious Dustin Henderson, known for his comedic charm and emotional depth, making him a key part of the Hawkins crew.
Before Stranger Things, Matarazzo was a Broadway talent, starring as Gavroche in Les Misérables and Benjamin in Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. His stage experience gave him an infectious confidence that shone on screen.
Despite this, his professional path beyond the series has been less visible and quieter.
Summary
Several Stranger Things actors, including Noah Schnapp and Gaten Matarazzo, have faced challenges maintaining their careers after the show's success, highlighting the difficulty of breaking free from a defining role.
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