Stranger Things Creators Respond to Bullying Allegations
Matt and Ross Duffer, creators of Stranger Things, addressed recent bullying and harassment claims involving stars Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour. Speaking with The Hollywood Reporter at the show's premiere, the Duffer brothers were questioned about the allegations on the red carpet.
Duffer Brothers on Set Environment
Co-creator Ross Duffer said, standing beside his brother Matt,
“Obviously, you understand I can’t get into personal onset 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.”
Director Shawn Levy’s Statement on Safety
Shawn Levy, director and executive producer of Stranger Things, explained how production addresses bullying complaints to ensure a safe and respectful environment. He said,
“At the end of the day, that’s the job.”
He added,
“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 commented on the varying accuracy of public stories about the situation:
“I’ve read a bunch of stories and they range from wildly inaccurate to… there’s so much noise around it.”
Summary
The Stranger Things team emphasizes their commitment to a safe and supportive set environment, treating the cast like family and addressing any complaints seriously.
Author’s summary: The creators and director of Stranger Things affirm their dedication to a respectful, safe workplace amid bullying allegations involving lead actors Millie Bobby Brown and David Harbour.