Step into the thrilling world of Stranger Things, where the ’80s nostalgia meets supernatural mysteries and a group of kids takes on the unimaginable! Join us on an electrifying ride as we uncover 20 mind-bending Stranger Things facts that will transport you to the eerie town of Hawkins, Indiana. From the show’s unexpected inspirations to the incredible young cast that stole our hearts, we’ll explore the secrets, Easter eggs, and fan theories that have kept us binge-watching into the night. So, grab your walkie-talkie, turn on the Christmas lights, and get ready to unravel the enigmatic and spine-chilling universe of Stranger Things!
1-5 Fun Facts About Stranger Things
1. The Duffer Brothers faced significant rejection while pitching “Stranger Things,” with over 15 to 20 networks turning down the series due to concerns that a Sci-Fi horror revolving around kid protagonists wouldn’t attract an audience. Some suggested making it a kids’ show or focusing on an adult character as the main protagonist.
2. “Stranger Things” allegedly drew inspiration from a conspiracy theory called Project Montauk, involving government abduction and mind control experiments on children. Mind-blowing, right?
3. Millie Bobby Brown, our awesome Eleven, is deaf in one ear.
4. The Duffer Brothers cited the anime series Elfen Lied as a significant influence on the character of Eleven in “Stranger Things.”
5. Classic sci-fi creators such as Steven Spielberg, Stephen King, and John Carpenter heavily influenced the Duffer Brothers during the creation of “Stranger Things,” inspiring various elements of the show, including characters, costumes, and plotlines.
6-10 Interesting Facts About Stranger Things
6. Actor Gaten Matarazzo, who plays Dustin, was born with cleidocranial dysplasia, the same condition his character has in the show, which affects the development of teeth and bones, adding a personal touch to his portrayal.
7. The “Stranger Things” cast got a crash course in the ’80s before filming. They had to watch movies like “Stand by Me,” “The Goonies,” and “Poltergeist” to get into that retro groove.
8. The cast members of “Stranger Things” were kept in the dark about the storyline, as they were only allowed to see one episode script at a time, keeping them unaware of what happens next or who survives to the following episode.
9. The character Barb became a fan-favorite, and her unexpected demise in “Stranger Things” led to an outpouring of support on social media. Actress Shannon Purser even had to quit her job at a movie theater due to fans seeking to talk to her.
10. Joe Keery’s portrayal of Steve Harrington in “Stranger Things” was so captivating and charming that the character was transformed from an initially planned “biggest douchebag on the planet” into a beloved fan favorite, earning him a redemption arc.
11-15 Surprising Facts About Stranger Things
11. Netflix was all over “Stranger Things” like waffles and syrup! They snatched it up within just 24 hours of hearing the pitch.
12. Netflix had full confidence in Stranger Things’ success from the start, dishing out about $6 million per episode for season 1 and nearly $8 million per episode for season 2, coming close to the budget of “Game of Thrones.”
13. The appearance of the monster on the set of “Stranger Things” frightened some of the youngest actors. To ease their fears, the older cast members reassured them that the monster was not evil but rather a funny creature, similar to those in “Monsters, Inc.”
14. The Duffer Brothers occasionally forget the young age of Millie Bobby Brown, who was 11 during the filming of season 1, and treat her like a mature Shakespearean actor. However, one day, when she arrived on set covered in glitter, they were reminded of her youth.
15. After seeing Millie Bobby Brown in the show “Intruders,” Stephen King praised her acting talents on Twitter, acknowledging her terrific performance.
16-20 Shocking Facts About Stranger Things
16. The Duffer Brothers played a prank on the mother of Noah Schnapp, who portrays Will, by using a fake body of Will and placing it in a closet for her to discover. Although initially horrified, she eventually saw the humor in the prank.
17. Stranger Things was born from a genius idea: What if Spielberg directed a Stephen King book? The Duffer twins knew they were onto something amazing.
18. Prior to production, the young cast members created a group chat named “Stranger Texts,” where they discussed various topics, from personal matters like a pimple Millie Bobby Brown had to casual outings like a trip to Six Flags.
19. The Starcourt Mall in “Stranger Things” was constructed in a dying shopping mall in Georgia to achieve an authentic 1980s style for filming purposes.
20. Winona Ryder, who stars in “Stranger Things,” actively advocated for the inclusion of Kate Bush’s song “Running Up That Hill” in the show and subtly hinted at her preference by wearing Kate Bush t-shirts on set for seven years until her plan worked.
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