How Old Was The Cast When Stranger Things Started

So, you're curious about the Stranger Things cast, huh? Let's grab a coffee and dive into the Upside Down of their ages when the show first started.

Meet the Kids

First off, let's talk about our beloved Mike, Eleven, Dustin, Lucas, and Max. You'd think they were all around 12 when the show began, right? Well, you're not far off!

Millie Bobby Brown, who plays Eleven, was just 12 when she started her journey in Hawkins. Can you believe it? She was already a pro at giving us those intense stares and waffle cravings.

Finn Wolfhard, who brought Mike to life, was 13 when the first season aired. And Gaten Matarazzo (Dustin) and Caleb McLaughlin (Lucas) were both 14! Now, Noah Schnapp (Will) was the youngest of the main kids, starting at a mere 12 years old.

Sadie Sink, who joined the cast as Max in season 2, was 15 when she first appeared. She was already a pro at giving us major '80s vibes with her rollerblading skills.

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And the Adults?

Now, let's talk about the grown-ups. You might think they were all in their 30s when the show started, but you'd be surprised!

Winona Ryder (Joyce) was 44 when Stranger Things premiered. Yes, you read that right! She's a total ageless wonder, isn't she?

David Harbour (Jim Hopper) was 42 when he first started protecting Hawkins from the Mind Flayer. And Natalia Dyer (Nancy) was 20, while Charlie Heaton (Jonathan) was 23 when they joined the cast.

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Joe Keery (Steve) was just 25 when he first appeared, and he's been stealing our hearts with his hair and courage ever since. And Maya Hawke (Robin), who joined in season 3, was 20 when she first graced our screens.

So, How Old Were They?

There you have it! The Stranger Things cast was a mix of teens and adults when the show first started. It's crazy to think how much they've all grown since then, both on and off screen.

Now, who's ready to binge-watch the entire series again and marvel at their incredible performances? I know I am!