Inside the Audition Process of Stranger Things

Carmen Cuba, casting director for Stranger Things, discusses the casting process and challenges faced. She highlights the auditions of key actors like Noah Schnapp, Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Caleb McLaughlin, and Gaten Matarazzo. The video also covers the casting of Winona Ryder and David Harbour, the evolution of the show, and the introduction of new characters. Despite challenges, the casting process was made easier by the excellent material and creative freedom.

Who did Carmen Cuba mention as naturally taking on the role of a director?

• Noah Schnapp

• Finn Wolfhard

• Caleb McLaughlin

• Gaten Matarazzo

What was unique about Noah Schnapp's audition?

• He performed a dance

• He performed a magic trick

• He showed strong charisma

• He sang a song

How did Millie Bobby Brown impress the casting directors during her audition?

• By performing a stunt

• Both B and C

• By crying on command

• By doing an American accent

What made Finn Wolfhard's audition memorable?

• All of the above

• He auditioned from his bed

• He had a playful spirit

• He was very sick

Who was the first to create their part outside of how it was written?

• Finn Wolfhard

• Gaten Matarazzo

• Caleb McLaughlin

• Noah Schnapp

What was a key factor in casting David Harbour as Hopper?

• His height

• His fame

• His audition in a small room

• His previous roles

How did the show's popularity affect casting in later seasons?

• It became more difficult to maintain the show's spirit

• Many famous people wanted to join

• Both B and C

• It made casting easier

What was a challenge after Season 1 due to the show's success?

• Managing the budget

• Famous people wanting to join the show

• Writing new scripts

• Finding locations to film

What was unique about casting for the character of Vechna?

• The actor needed to perform a dance

• Both A and B

• Fake scenes were used for auditions

• The actor needed to be at least 5'10"

Why was Stranger Things considered not difficult to cast?

• Because of the excellent material

• All of the above

• Due to the high budget

• Because of the famous cast