Joe Keery Reflects on the End of Stranger Things

Joe Keery, renowned for his portrayal of Steve Harrington, acknowledges that bidding farewell to Stranger Things won’t be a walk in the park. In a pre-strike interview with Women’s Wear Daily, he shared his sentiments about the impending conclusion of the iconic series, emphasizing the pivotal role it played in his career’s trajectory.

Gratitude and Complexity

Expressing both gratitude and complexity regarding the show’s conclusion, Keery elucidated, “It does feel like it’s time. It won’t be easy for it to end. I mean, I owe my whole career to being on that show, and all the opportunities that I had since are because of that show.” His portrayal of Steve Harrington across four consecutive seasons transformed him from a relatively unknown actor with a smattering of one-off TV and film credits to a household name.

The Multifaceted Farewell

Navigating the emotions tied to this impending farewell proves to be multifaceted for Keery. He remarked, "So it’s very convoluted... There’s a sense of relief, there’s a sense of sadness." His goal, he elaborated, is to immerse himself fully in the remaining journey, cherishing every moment without taking it for granted. He acknowledges that the collaborative experience with an exceptional team has been nothing short of incredible. He looks forward to preserving the joy of creating the show even after it concludes, recognizing that every story, like life itself, has a beginning, middle, and an end.

Stranger Things Season 5: An Intriguing Epilogue

As the iconic series's curtain call approaches, fans eagerly anticipate how Stranger Things season 5 will wrap up the story. The fourth season left Hawkins in turmoil, with Vecna orchestrating chaos despite Eleven's temporary triumph. Noah Schnapp's character, Will, is slated to take center stage, uniting the narrative threads of the entire series. However, production has been temporarily halted due to the ongoing WGA and SAG-AFTRA strikes, leaving fans on the edge of their seats as they await the final installment. In the interim, the stage play promises to provide a taste of what's to come in the enigmatic world of Hawkins.