The possibility that Eddie Munsonperformed by Joseph Quinnreturning in the final season of Stranger Things was discarded by the creators of the Netflix series themselves.
The uncertainties fueled around the character’s return, arising from certain comments and appearances by the actor at events and interviews, have had a definitive closure after recent statements from the Duffer Brothers.
During an interview granted to empire, Matt Dufferco-creator of the production with his brother Ross Duffermaintained a clear position on the absence of Eddie Munson in the next episodes.
“I love that Joe Quinn plays with people. But no, he’s dead“said Matt. “Joe is so busy, everyone should know he’s not coming back. He’s filmed like five movies since then!”
And he added ironically: “When would I have time to come and shoot Stranger Things? No, unfortunately, rest in peace. It’s totally underground“.
The clarification responds to rumors and theories that grew among the series’ fan base, particularly after Quinn suggested in June 2024 during an interview with Entertainment Tonight that “there was a good chance” that Eddie came back.
Later, at a fan convention, the actor addressed the matter and, when asked about his return, said: “I know, but I’m not going to tell you”.
The comments fueled speculation about a possible reappearance of the character in the final season, although they have now been refuted by the creators.
The history of deceased characters who have returned in unexpected ways in Stranger Things It also fueled expectations.
In the fourth season, for example, Dacre Montgomery returned as the ghost of Billy Hargrove to torment his sister Maxperformed by Sadie Sinkthrough the manipulation of Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower).
However, the Duffers emphasize that this will not be the case with Eddie Munson.
Eddie’s presence as a character was relevant during the fourth season, becoming the leader of the Dungeons & Dragons club.Hellfire Club” at Hawkins High School.
His death occurred after sacrificing himself to distract the Demobats in the “Upside Down”, to the rhythm of “Master of Puppets” by Metallica, which allowed the rest of the group to face Vecna.
Since then, the character became one of the audience’s favorites and his departure overwhelmed thousands of followers.
After the end of the fourth season, Joseph Quinn He has been involved in various film projects, which also influenced the impossibility of his return.
Among the films in which he participated are The Fantastic Four: first steps, A Quiet Place: Day One, Gladiator 2, The excesses and Warfare.
Although the character does not return physically, the previews for the fifth season of Stranger Things include scenes in which Dustin (Gaten Matarazzo) visit the grave of Eddiewho is vandalized by those who believe he was responsible for the deaths of several students at Hawkins.
The final season will feature the return of central figures such as Millie Bobby BrownFinn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp, Gaten Matarazzo, Caleb McLaughlin, Priah Ferguson, Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton, Maya Hawke, Joe Keery, David Harbour, Winona Ryder and Brett Gelman.
In addition, there will be additions, such as Linda Hamiltonwho will play Dr. Kaya government agent dedicated to pursuing Brown’s character Eleven.
“She is an extremely intelligent and intimidating scientist, but if she needs to, she can go into combat and fire a gun,” he said. Matt Duffer in dialogue with empire.
The fifth season will be divided into three parts: the first four episodes will premiere on November 26the next three on December 25 and the final episode will arrive on December 31.
