David Harbour Reflects On the End of 'Stranger Things', Life Lessons and the Next Step

David Harbour Reflects on the End of 'Stranger Things', Life Lessons, and the Next Step

Before bidding farewell to the hit Netflix series, David Harbour strolls through New York City with Esquire Spain. A version of this article appeared in the November 2025 issue of Esquire Spain magazine.

The Final Chapter of Stranger Things

On November 26, Netflix's Stranger Things will start its long-anticipated three-part finale. Thanksgiving Day will see the release of the first four episodes of season eight, followed by three more episodes on Christmas Day. The series will conclude with the finale on New Year's Eve, marking the end of its decade-long journey.

David Harbour gained international recognition as Jim Hopper, the police chief of Hawkins, Indiana. The finale brings closure to both the show and Harbour’s defining role.

A Surge in Spotlight

The latter half of 2025 promised considerable media attention due to the impending end of the series. However, Harbour's visibility has skyrocketed recently following the unexpected drop of a certain surprise album.

Interview with Esquire Spain

In September, before the surge of public interest, Esquire Spain’s Rafael Sánchez Casademont met with Harbour to discuss his career, the emotional ending of Stranger Things, and his future plans. The interview has been edited for clarity and brevity.

What makes New York City special to you?

“When I was a kid it was this magical place. I grew up about an hour outside the city, in a suburban town in Westchester.”

Harbour’s connection to New York is nostalgic and personal, shaping his perspective beyond his acting career.

David Harbour’s journey encapsulates the bittersweet close of an iconic role and the hopeful anticipation of new beginnings.

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Esquire — 2025-11-01