Who plays the role of Miss Harris in Stranger Things 5? All about the actress with a personal tie to the Duffer brothers
Stranger Things 5 continues the journey of Eleven and her friends as they commence their final battle with the dark forces from the Upside Down. Their path this season is tricky and risky, pushing them to make tough choices.
Several new characters have also joined in the final season, who add to the story’s tense developments. One such new character is Miss Harris, Holly Wheeler’s school teacher. Hope Hynes Love plays the role of Miss Harris in Stranger Things 5. She shares a special connection with Matt and Ross Duffer, as she was their high school drama teacher in the past.
Disclaimer: The article contains spoilers for Stranger Things 5 Volume 1. Reader’s discretion is advised.
Hope Hynes Love, the Duffer brothers’ drama teacher, appears as Miss Harris in Stranger Things 5 Volume 1
Hope Hynes Love has joined the cast of Stranger Things 5 for a brief role as Miss Harris. Her character is a formative teacher of the class in which Holly Wheeler, Mike and Nancy’s youngest sibling, studied. What adds a special touch to her presence in the series is her strong connection to the creators of the show, Matt and Ross Duffer.
It was revealed by the creators that Hope was their drama teacher in high school. Having created a series that is making waves globally, bringing their drama teacher to the same show stands as a heartfelt act of gratitude for the encouragement she gave the brothers at a young age.
Ross Duffer took to his official Instagram account and shared a touching post about Hope’s role in the series. He stated:
“Miss Harris is played by Hope Hynes Love. She was our high school drama teacher.”
He also highlighted her special role in his and his brother’s lives and said:
“High school was rough for me and my brother. But Hope saw something in us we didn’t see in ourselves — and she helped give us the confidence to not only survive those four years, but to move to LA and chase our dreams.”
He ended the caption with a special shoutout to the teaching fraternity and said:
“Shoutout to all the teachers out there making a difference. And please… let’s prioritize the arts in schools. ✌️”
The Duffer brothers’ unique way of extending their gratitude to such a pivotal figure in their lives brings a special touch to the final season. This revelation has touched the fans’ hearts, who are loving the sweet new entry in season 5.
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What was Miss Harris’ role in Stranger Things 5 Volume 1?
Stranger Things 5 Volume 1 introduced the fans to Miss Harris, who was a gentle and observant teacher of the class in which Holly Wheeler studied. Although she has a brief role in the first volume, her observation becomes a key turning point in the plot.
The frequent appearances of Holly’s imaginary friend, Mr. Whatsit, become a suspenseful development in her journey this season. Miss Harris witnesses one such interaction, where she finds Holly amidst a conversation, with no one standing in front of her. Miss Harris calls Karen, Holly’s mother, to school and informs her about this interaction. Mike also appears in the scene and comforts his sister as she gets tense about the situation.
Later, when the Wheelers are attacked by the Demogorgons, and Holly vanishes, this incident from the school is remembered by Mike, who then suspects Vecna to be Mr. Whatsit. Later, Miss Harris also accompanies her students when they are taken to MAC-Z. She stays in the military zone with them when the Demogorgons wreak havoc at the site.
Hope’s character has brief appearances throughout volume 1, but her striking presence and kind nature stand out in the latest season.
Also read: Stranger Things 5 Volume 2 release date and time, what’s next, and everything you need to know
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