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The popular Netflix series,Stranger Thingshas delivered some incredible young talent while also winning the hearts of millions of viewers across the globe. With its nostalgic 1980s setting, supernatural elements, and impressive cast, the Matt Duffer and Ross Duffer smash-hit series has enthralled viewers all over the world. One of the show’s gifted newcomers, Joseph Quinn, who played the intriguing Eddie Munson in the fourth season, once revealed some fascinating details about his unusual casting process.
Taking on the role of Munson in the fourth season ofStranger Thingshelped the English actor become well-known abroad. In 2019, he was chosen for the role, and the season’s filming began in 2021. Quinn was also recognized for his work with a Saturn Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor in a Streaming Series.
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Joseph Quinn Recalled His ‘Unusual’ Casting Process
Joseph Quinnplayed Eddie Munson, a student at Hawkins High School who also served as the leader of the school’s Hellfire Club and the guitarist for the band Corroded Coffin. In light of Eddie having a significant memorable moment in the two-partStranger Thingsseason four, the English actor has reflected on his experience getting cast in the sci-fi horror drama show, including the unusual casting process.
Quinn discussed how he was chosen to play Munson in an interview withThe Guardian, saying he thought the selection process was different from what he was accustomed to.
The actor elaborated when asked about the casting process after submitting two audition tapes, stating that there were “no meetings or chemistry readings”involved and that it took less time than he anticipated.
“No meetings, no chemistry reads, no protracted process. It was pretty unusual and very disarming.”
Quinn also admitted that this made him wonder whether the Duffer Brothers, who created the show, would later think they had mistakenly cast the actor:
“It meant I was waiting for [creators] the Duffer brothers to realize they’d made a mistake.”
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TheStranger Things 4American Accent Made Joseph Quinn Crazy
Thanks to his portrayal of the misunderstood Hellfire Club leader Eddie Munson, Joseph Quinn has become the surprise star ofStranger Things 4.
He is a British actor who began his career playing parts in BBC dramas likeHowards EndandDickensian.Thus, mastering the American accent for the show was quite challenging for him. After co-host Ed Gamble praised his American accent in an episode of theOff Menupodcast, Quinn said (via Insider):
“You feel like a sociopath. After awhile I was so far down the rabbit hole, at points I’d be like, ‘Do I sound good? Do you like this? Do you like what I’m doing?’”
Joe Keery, who co-starred with Quinn and has played fan favorite Harrington since the blockbuster Netflix series’ first season, helped to ease Quinn’s anxiety attacks related to his American accent. The two grew close while filmingStranger Things 4as Quinn said (perOff Menupodcast):
“I was talking to Joe Keery and at one point I was so deep in it and he was like ‘Dude, I can’t save you, but I promise you it’s gonna be fine.’”
Quinn’s performance onStranger Thingswent on to win both fans and critics over, so it was all right.
With references to 1980s pop culture, the Duffer Brothers createdStranger Thingsas a blend of investigative drama and supernatural elements. The show, which began in 2016, has seen record-breaking viewership on the streaming service. It has received praise from critics for its characterization, setting, acting, soundtrack, directing, writing, and nods to 1980s movies.
Stranger Thingsreceived a fifth and final season renewal in February 2022.
All 4 seasons ofStranger Thingsare currently available on Netflix.
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