Duffer Brothers Address Bullying Allegations at ‘Stranger Things’ Premiere
The Stranger Things final season press tour began on Monday, but Netflix aimed to avoid discussing a viral report claiming Millie Bobby Brown accused her co-star David Harbour of on-set bullying.
At the season five world premiere in Los Angeles, both Brown and Harbour appeared cheerful while posing together.
Creators’ Response to Bullying Claims
When asked about the bullying allegations on the red carpet, co-creator Ross Duffer said to The Hollywood Reporter, standing beside his brother Matt:
“Obviously, you understand I can’t get into personal on-set matters, but I will say we’ve been doing this for 10 years with this cast, and at this point they’re family and we deeply care about them. So, you know, nothing matters more than just having a set where everyone feels safe and happy.”
Executive Producer Shawn Levy Comments on Set Environment
Director and executive producer Shawn Levy addressed how the production team deals with complaints and ensures a safe workplace:
“At the end of the day, that’s the job. You have to create a respectful workplace where everyone feels comfortable and safe, and so we did everything to build that environment. And we’re proud of the fact that we did so.”
Levy also described some of the viral stories, including Brown accusing Harbour of harassment, as “wildly inaccurate.”
Summary
The Duffer Brothers and Shawn Levy affirm their commitment to a respectful, safe set while denying the bullying allegations as inaccurate.
Author’s summary: The Stranger Things creators firmly reject bullying claims between cast members, emphasizing a decade-long, family-like bond and a safe working environment on set.