Facts About Stranger Things

Published on September 8, 2019 By Jason Albert

Winona Ryder was cast due to her 80s icon status

In all aspects of Stranger Things, there are many aspects that pay homage to the 80s and have this theme running throughout. When the prospect of casting 80s icon and it-girl Winona Ryder as the part of Joyce, the Duffers were extremely excited about it.

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After the idea came up, they were absolutely set on it and knew Winona would make a great addition to the show, as well as bringing her status as an 80s star with her.