Noah Schnapp, while filming a dramatic moment for Stranger Things Season 5, Volume 1, suffered burst blood vessels in his face—a real injury from an explosive performance tied to a major plot twist. This incident occurred as Schnapp portrayed Will Byers’ new powers, which play a crucial part in the unfolding Noah Schnapp Stranger Things twist fans have awaited.
The Demanding Scene and Schnapp’s Revelation
During an appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Schnapp discussed spoilers from the Season 5, Volume 1 finale. The latest episode exposed Will Byers’ hidden powers, allowing him to confront threats from the Upside Down alongside Eleven. The physical toll on Schnapp came from a brief but intense scene in which he screamed and writhed, leading to genuine medical concern afterwards.
“So, this was actually on the day when I was screaming,”
Noah Schnapp, Actor.
“I was screaming so much that day that I actually popped all the blood vessels in my face and my body, and this has never happened before. I was like, ‘Oh, my God.’”
Noah Schnapp, Actor.
He further described the aftermath and the surprising brevity of the final cut.
“It’s so funny because they cut it. I’m like, ‘Oh, it’s three seconds in the show.’ They had me there for like two hours. I’m like, ‘Guys, you couldn’t have extended it a little bit?’ I called a doctor freaking out, like, ‘Oh, my God, oh, my God, am I dying? Am I dying?’ And they’re like, ‘Noah, this is so common. This happens to women in labor.’ And I was like, ‘Oh! Of course.’”
Noah Schnapp, Actor.
Will Byers’ Powers Become Canon and What Lies Ahead
Speculation among fans about Will Byers’ connection to Vecna and the Upside Down has persisted since Stranger Things began. However, the initial episodes of Season 5 confirmed these theories, revealing that Will possesses abilities vital for confronting the central villain. As Volume 1 concludes, signs point to Will and Eleven joining forces, attempting to thwart Vecna’s plot involving a group of 12 kidnapped children.
Upcoming Episodes and the Series Finale
Anticipation remains high as the release for new content approaches. Stranger Things Season 5, Volume 2 is set to premiere three more episodes on Christmas Day, ensuring viewers only a brief wait. The much-awaited series finale debuts on Netflix and in theaters on New Year’s Eve, marking the end of the story that has captivated fans since its debut.
