It has been almost 10 years since *Stranger Things* arrived on Netflix to conquer the hearts of users. The protagonists of the series have been the same since the first season, so now everyone is wondering how they will look in Stranger Things 5.
Here’s a list of the main actors of the series and how they look in 2025, along with a small biography of them, in case you don’t know their careers and beginnings (no, not everything is *Stranger Things*). Take a look!
This is how the protagonists of Stranger Things 5 look in 2025
You’ve seen them grow up since they were kids. In fact, maybe you grew up with them. Now, most of the child actors are over 20 years old, so their appearance has completely changed.
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Millie Bobby Brown
Millie Bobby Brown was born on February 19, 2004, so this year she celebrated her 21st birthday. Her film debut was in 2019 with the movie *Godzilla: King of the Monsters*, where she played Madison Russell, and she reprised her role in *Godzilla vs. Kong* (2021).
In 2016, Brown was cast as Eleven in *Stranger Things*. She reprised her role in the second season, which premiered in 2017, then in the third season, which arrived in 2019, and in the fourth, released in 2022. She is also confirmed to return in the fifth season. Currently, she is married to Jake Bongiovi, son of Jon Bon Jovi.
Noah Cameron
Noah Cameron Schnapp was born on October 3, 2004, and is currently 20 years old. He started acting when he was six years old, though his career began in 2015 when he played Roger Donovan in *Bridge of Spies*. In *Stranger Things*, he has portrayed the character of Will.
Finn Wolfhard
The musician and actor who plays Mike Wheeler in *Stranger Things* was born on December 23, 2002, in Vancouver, Canada. He made his debut in 2013 in the short film *Aftermath* and also participated in the TV series *The 100* and *Supernatural*.
Gaten Matarazzo
He was born on September 8, 2002, in New Jersey. He made his Broadway debut in 2011 in the play *Priscilla, Queen of the Desert* and later, in 2013, he appeared in the TV series *The Blacklist*. He also portrayed Gavroche in the musical *Les Misérables*. Currently, he is known for his role as Dustin Henderson in *Stranger Things*.
Caleb McLaughlin
Although his most important role has been as Lucas Sinclair in *Stranger Things*, his acting career began in 2012 when he portrayed Noah in the film *Noah Dreams of Origami Fortunes*.
Sadie Sink
Sadie began her career in 2012 when she landed the role of Annie in the Broadway musical of the same name. Between 2013 and 2014, she made her film debut by appearing in the TV police dramas *The Americans* and *Blue Bloods*. Currently, she is recognized for her portrayal of Max Mayfield in *Stranger Things*.
What will Stranger Things 5 be about?
The fifth season of Stranger Things will continue with the protagonists’ battle against Vecna, the terrifying villain who, in the fourth season, caused a series of devastating attacks, leaving Max severely injured and hospitalized.
Several episodes of the new season will focus on their efforts to defeat Vecna and restore the peace that he has destroyed since his arrival.
When does Stranger Things 5 premiere?
Netflix has not revealed the exact release date, but it is certain that it will arrive on the streaming platform sometime in 2025 (rumors suggest it could be in the fall). So, be patient! The wait is almost over.
How many episodes will Stranger Things 5 have?
According to Netflix, the fifth season of Stranger Things will have eight episodes. However, it is said that they will be very long, so there will be plenty of material to enjoy.
Stranger Things 5: COMPLETE list of actors
- Millie Bobby Brown, as Eleven
- Noah Schnapp, as Will
- Finn Wolfhard, as Mike
- Gaten Matarazzo, as Dustin
- Priah Ferguson, as Erica
- Caleb McLaughlin, as Lucas
- Maya Hawke, as Robin
- Joe Keery, as Steve
- Winona Ryder, as Joyce
- Sadie Sink, as Max
- Nell Fisher
- Jake Connelly
- Alex Breaux
- Linda Hamilton
