Jamie Campbell Bower Teases an “Insane” Final Season of “Stranger Things”

Published

June 18, 2024

Fans of “Stranger Things” who thought season four was packed with drama and action are in for an even bigger shock with the show’s fifth and final season. Jamie Campbell Bower, who plays the chilling Henry Creel/Vecna, recently gave an exclusive tease about what audiences can expect.

In a recent episode of iHeart’s “I’ve Never Said This Before With Tommy DiDario,” Bower described the upcoming season as “out of control, wild,” and “bonkers.” He emphasized that if viewers found the previous season intense, this final installment would surpass their expectations. “It’s bigger. It’s just completely insane. It’s completely insane,” Bower said.

Reflecting on his role, Bower noted that while the events of season four were easier to follow, season five presents a more complex and unpredictable narrative. He compared this experience to his portrayal of Caius in the “Twilight” saga, where he also had to re-explore his character. This deep dive into character development was further enriched by “The First Shadow,” a play in London that explores the backstory of Henry Creel. The play, set in 1959, features younger versions of key characters like Joyce Byers, Bob Newby, and Jim Hopper Jr., and delves into Henry Creel’s early days in Hawkins, Indiana. Read more about Jamie Campbell Bower’s insights here.

Bower mentioned that the play provided him with new insights into his character, which has been fascinating and informative. “It’s been really interesting as well to have the play on in London,” he said, highlighting how it answered many questions he had about Henry Creel.

The actor also hinted at the high level of detail in the final season, which he found exciting as an artist. Despite having filmed a substantial portion since January, Bower revealed that there is still a lot more to shoot, suggesting that fans will have to wait a bit longer for their trip back to The Upside Down.

As the anticipation builds, it’s clear that “Stranger Things” will go out with a bang, leaving fans on the edge of their seats until the very end. Keep checking Trevor Decker News for the latest updates on “Stranger Things” and other exciting shows.