“So Annoying”- Noah Schnapp Reveals His One Big Complaint About 'Stranger Things'

Published 12/28/2025, 11:13 AM EST

When a show becomes a cultural phenomenon, the world expects perfection. But even the biggest hits have their quirks behind the scenes. Stranger Things, Netflix’s sci-fi juggernaut, has captured hearts worldwide with its retro setting, thrilling suspense, and memorable characters. As the series hurtles toward its climactic conclusion, excitement is at an all-time high.

Yet, amid the elation, the young stars navigating this fantastical world have their gripes. In a recent interview, Noah Schnapp, who has grown up in the spotlight as fan-favorite Will Byers, opened up about one particular aspect of the show that annoys him more than anything else.

Noah Schnapp not happy with Stranger Things for this reason

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Noah Schnapp has a complaint with Stranger Things, but it is not as headline-grabbing as one might expect. The actor, 21, who has been a part of the show since 2016 alongside a crew of rising talents, recently spoke to PEOPLE and said he does not like the fact that his character has little to no scenes with Eleven, played by his friend Millie Bobby Brown.

“So annoying” are the exact words the actor used to describe his frustration, adding that whenever he and Brown get to work together, it ends up being a good day.

Noah Schnapp and Millie Bobby Brown, for those unversed, share a bond that goes far beyond friendship. They are often dubbed platonic soulmates by the internet, and Schnapp all but confirmed the sentiment in his PEOPLE interview. He said that no matter how long they are apart, they instantly click when they reconnect, adding that Brown feels like family to him. That inclination, notably, has manifested in the most literal way possible.

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Millie Bobby Brown adopted a daughter in August and invited Noah Schnapp to play a role in her life, which has effectively made them a clan.

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Speaking to Entertainment Tonight in November, Millie Bobby Brown revealed that Noah Schnapp had advanced from being her friend to becoming the godfather of her baby daughter, whose name has drawn endless speculation over the months. Schnapp also spoke with the outlet and shared how excited he is to see Brown step into a new phase of her life.

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Now, as Stranger Things prepares to wrap its journey, Schnapp’s candid admission offers a reminder of how global successes are shaped by personal connections behind the camera. His frustration about not having more scenes with Brown is less about creative choices and more about missing moments with someone who has become more than a co-star over the years. In a show defined by friendship and loyalty, Schnapp and Brown’s real-life bond quietly mirrors the heart of the series itself, making his complaint feel human, heartfelt, and entirely fitting.

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What did you initially think Noah Schnapp’s frustration about Stranger Things was? Let us know in the comments.

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Seema Sinha

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Seema Sinha is a journalist at Netflix Junkie, covering the celebrity culture and global cinema beats. With three years of experience at major Hollywood media verticals, she filters real news from the gossip and buzz. Her core focus is on pop culture narratives surrounding musicians—primarily Taylor Swift—with her reporting striking a fine balance between human insight and editorial clarity.

Edited By: Hriddhi Maitra

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