Finn Wolfhard’s SNL Sketch Voices Thoughts on Will’s Coming Out Scene
This week’s episode of Saturday Night Live marked the show’s return for the new year, featuring Finn Wolfhard as the host and ASAP Rocky as the musical guest. The episode included a comedic take on the popular series Stranger Things, which recently concluded its run.
Humorous Spin on Stranger Things
During the episode, Finn Wolfhard starred in a sketch that presented parody ideas for possible Stranger Things spinoffs. Following the series finale, fans reflected on Will Byers’ recent coming out scene, which became a focal point of the humor. The sketch humorously explored various spinoff concepts:
- Steve Harrington as an inner city teacher, reminiscent of the film Dangerous Minds
- Nancy Wheeler as a dedicated investigative journalist
- Mike Wheeler in a show titled Mike in Manhattan, showcasing his journey as a writer in 1990s New York
Will’s Coming Out Scene
Notably, the sketch pointed out the absence of Will Byers, played by Jeremy Culhane. This was a clever nod to Will’s ongoing journey of coming out during the final season of Stranger Things. In this pivotal scene, Will found the courage to disclose his truth to friends and family, receiving a warm reception. The sentimentality of this moment resonated with many viewers, and SNL chose to emphasize the drawn-out nature of the original dialogue for comedic effect.
Future of Stranger Things
The notion of spinoffs is timely as fans speculate about the future of the Stranger Things franchise. While the specific ideas presented in the SNL sketch are unlikely to materialize, Netflix has announced plans for an animated spinoff titled Tales from ‘85, set to debut this year. Additionally, a live-action project is in the works. Though series creators Matt and Ross Duffer have concluded their tenure at Netflix, they remain connected to the upcoming series.
Overall, Finn Wolfhard’s appearance on Saturday Night Live served as a humorous reflection on both the original show and the evolving narrative of its characters. Fans can catch the full episode through a Peacock subscription, while all seasons of Stranger Things are available to stream on Netflix.
