Controversy Shadows the Anticipated New Season
As Netflix’s hit series “Stranger Things” gears up for its fifth and final season, the show has found itself mired in controversy. Despite the excitement surrounding the return of the beloved series, a cloud of online backlash has formed, particularly centered around one of its stars, Noah Schnapp.
Update on Season 5 Production
On January 8, 2024, the official Instagram page for “Stranger Things” shared a photo announcing the start of production for Season 5. The image confirmed the return of key cast members like Millie Bobby Brown, Finn Wolfhard, Noah Schnapp, Gaten Matarazzo, Sadie Sink, and Caleb McLaughlin. While this announcement was met with enthusiasm from many fans, it also reignited a contentious debate surrounding one of the show’s actors.
Noah Schnapp’s Controversial Involvement
Noah Schnapp, who portrays Will Byers in the series, has become the center of a heated controversy following his involvement in a social media incident. In November, a video surfaced on Instagram showing Schnapp laughing with friends who displayed stickers with phrases like “Zionism is sexy” and “Hamas is Isis.” This incident drew significant criticism online, with accusations of insensitivity regarding the Israel-Palestine conflict and labeling him and the show’s creators as “Zionists.”
Growing Calls for Boycott
Netizens React to Noah Schnapp’s Presence in Season 5
The backlash intensified when Schnapp was featured in the Season 5 production announcement photo, smiling alongside his castmates. This inclusion has sparked outrage among a section of the fanbase. Some viewers are calling for strict action against Schnapp, expressing shock that he was not removed from the cast. This sentiment has led to threats of boycotting the upcoming season unless Schnapp is dropped.
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why do people act like noah schnapp is the only zionist working on stranger things and that they can simply separate actor from character and still support the show ? like one of the creators, one of the producers, and MULTIPLE cast members are all zionists. BOYCOTT THE SHOW
— reya 🍉 (@gretavfleetwood) January 8, 2024
Remember to boycott stranger things if you care about Palestine. One of their actors, Noah Schnapp, is a Zionist #FreePalestine pic.twitter.com/KNgwx3KEhE
— Ayman (@GuyWhoConquers) January 6, 2024
BOYCOTT STRANGER THINGS!
BOYCOTT STRANGER THINGS!
BOYCOTT STRANGER THINGS!
BOYCOTT STRANGER THINGS!
BOYCOTT STRANGER THINGS!
BOYCOTT STRANGER THINGS!
BOYCOTT STRANGER THINGS!
BOYCOTT STRANGER THINGS!
BOYCOTT STRANGER THINGS!
BOYCOTT STRANGER THINGS! https://t.co/Q5O4Sz8cIv— Andi💋 (@SweettGnG) January 9, 2024
y’all are fucking weird for making excuses to not boycott stranger things because you “don’t like noah” when
1. he he gets paid whether u like him or not so you supporting the show he is on IS SUPPORTING HIM
2. he’s NOT the only zionist on the show. THE CREATORS ARE ZIONISTS
— nicole ♡ (@folkloreuh) January 8, 2024
The Future of “Stranger Things” Amidst Social Media Outrage
As “Stranger Things” commences filming for its final season, the production team faces a dilemma: to respond to the social media outcry or proceed as planned. The controversy raises questions about the impact of off-screen actions on a show’s success and the role of public opinion in entertainment.
A Tumultuous Road Ahead for “Stranger Things”
“Stranger Things,” while launching into production for its much-awaited season, now navigates a turbulent phase. The series, which has been a cornerstone of Netflix’s original content lineup, must balance the expectations of its global fanbase with the complexities of contemporary social issues. As the situation unfolds, fans and critics alike await to see how the show addresses these challenges.
For more insights and updates on “Stranger Things” Season 5 and the ongoing controversy, followers of the series can turn to entertainment news sources and social media platforms. These outlets provide ongoing coverage, fan reactions, and potential developments regarding the show’s future and its cast.
