UPDATE: Finn Wolfhard, along with his fellow cast members from Stranger Things, confirmed during his live debut on Saturday Night Live that they are ready to transition into “adult films.” This cheeky announcement, made on January 17, 2025, has fans buzzing and sparked widespread conversation online.
In a humorous monologue, the 23-year-old actor declared, “I’m proud to officially announce that I am a man,” signaling a shift in how he and his co-stars want to be perceived. Wolfhard, who shared the stage with Caleb McLaughlin and Gaten Matarazzo, urged audiences to stop referring to them as “child stars,” emphasizing their growth into adulthood. “Whenever you read ‘former child star’ in a headline, it can only mean good things,” Matarazzo joked.
The live audience erupted in laughter as Wolfhard showcased his comedic chops, even zooming in on his single facial hair and humorously spitting out alcohol. The camaraderie among the trio was palpable, culminating in a group hug and Wolfhard’s declaration that they are “now ready to do adult films.”
This moment marks a significant cultural shift for the cast, who grew up in the spotlight since their breakout roles in the Netflix series. Wolfhard reflected on the bittersweet conclusion of Stranger Things, stating, “It feels so amazing that 400 million people got to watch me go through puberty. What a dream!”
The reunion also included a parody sketch resembling Sex and the City, where characters Mike, Dustin, and Lucas discussed their romantic escapades and Mike’s fictional drug habit, wrapping up with a surprise appearance by Eleven, played by Kenan Thompson.
The buzz surrounding this announcement comes just weeks after the release of the highly anticipated final episodes of Stranger Things on New Year’s Eve 2025. The series finale, titled “Chapter Eight: The Rightside Up,” left fans with lingering questions about the fate of key characters, including Eleven.
Sadie Sink, who portrayed Max Mayfield, hinted during an interview on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon that the conclusion of the series might symbolize the end of childhood for the characters. “I think Mike’s story is one last story,” she theorized. Her co-star Charlie Heaton shared similar sentiments, suggesting that the narrative serves as a coping mechanism for the characters dealing with loss.
Additionally, a recent Netflix documentary titled One Last Adventure: The Making of Stranger Things 5 sparked controversy regarding the use of AI in the writing process. Director Martina Radwan addressed claims that the Duffer Brothers utilized ChatGPT during production, stating that such tools are often used for research and multitasking but denying any definitive proof of their involvement.
As the entertainment world reacts to these developments, fans eagerly await what’s next for the cast of Stranger Things. The excitement continues as Saturday Night Live is set to return on January 24 with host Teyana Taylor and musical guest Geese.
Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as the Stranger Things cast embarks on their new chapter in the entertainment industry.