Cast of Stranger Things

Millie Bobby Brown plays Jane 'Eleven' Hopper, a girl with psychokinetic abilities and a mysterious past.

Finn Wolfhard is Mike Wheeler, one of the core group of friends, who becomes romantically involved with Eleven.

Gaten Matarazzo is Dustin Henderson, known for his intelligence, humor, and distinctive lisp.

Caleb McLaughlin plays Lucas Sinclair, a brave and loyal friend among the main group of kids.

Noah Schnapp is Will Byers, whose mysterious disappearance in the first season triggers the events of the series.

David Harbour portrays Jim Hopper, the chief of police in Hawkins who has a close connection with Eleven.

Winona Ryder is Joyce Byers, the determined mother of Will and Jonathan who often uncovers key elements of the mysteries.

Natalia Dyer plays Nancy Wheeler, the older sister of Mike, who becomes involved in investigating the strange occurrences in Hawkins.

Charlie Heaton portrays Jonathan Byers, Will’s older brother, who is introspective and protective of his family.

Joe Keery is Steve Harrington, initially Nancy's boyfriend, who evolves from a high school jock to a protective figure for the younger kids.

Sadie Sink plays Max Mayfield, a tough and outspoken new girl who joins the core group of friends.

Cara Buono is Karen Wheeler, the mother of Mike and Nancy.