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Hopper Actor Was Second Choice, Duffer Bros Reveal
18 May
Summary
- David Harbour was not the first choice for Jim Hopper.
- Billy Crudup was originally considered for the role.
- Harbour's audition tape convinced creators he was Hopper.
Jim Hopper's character in 'Stranger Things' nearly had a different actor portraying him. The Duffer brothers disclosed that Billy Crudup was their initial selection for the role of Chief Hopper.
However, upon seeing David Harbour's audition tape, the creators were immediately convinced. They reportedly cast Harbour after viewing just one take, recognizing him as the definitive Hopper. Harbour played the beloved character for all five seasons of the Netflix hit series, which wrapped production on New Year's Eve.
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