Stranger Things is a sci-fi horror series that takes place in 1980’s. This beloved Netflix series stared in July of 2016 and had it’s finals episode on December 31st, 2025. This series has 5 seasons and several interesting characters. In my opinion, this is my ranking of the top 10 best Stranger Things ranking.

HM #1. Johnathan Byers: Johnathan, played by Charlie Heaton, is a caring and protective character who is always there for his family and friends. People may find his character a bit stalkerish at first, but he gets better as the seasons go on.

HM #2. Erica Sinclair: Erica, played by Priah Ferguson, is the little sister of Lucas Sinclair. Erica is a smart and very confident character who was never afraid to speak her mind.

10. Jim Hopper: Hopper, played by David Harbour, is a protective character who cares so deeply about the people who surround him.

9. Lucas Sinclair: Lucas, played by Caleb McLaughlin, is a loyal and brave character who would do anything to protect his friends.

8. Nancy Wheeler: Nancy, played by Natalia Dyer, is a smart and brave character who is always ready to protect the people she loves.

7. Joyce Byers: Joyce, played by Winona Ryder, is a brave and extremely loving mother who would do anything for her kids.

6. Will Byers: Will, played by Noah Schnapp, is a smart, brave, and strong character who had to protect the people who he loves.

5. Steve Harrington: Steve, played  by Joe Keery, is called a “father to his 6 nuggets” because he would do anything to protect them and make sure they’re safe.

4. Jane Hopper/Eleven: Jane, played by Millie Bobby Brown, played a huge part in protecting everyone around her and saved everyone because of her sacrifice.

3. Max Mayfield: Max, played by Sadie Sink, is a brave and independent character who tries her best to help all of her friends.

2. Dustin Henderson: Dustin, played by Gaten Matarazzo, is a sweet and loyal friend who is extremely smart and tries to do everything for his friends.

1. Robin Buckley: Robin, played by Maya Hawke, is a sweet and kind character. She’s also a very funny person and cares for her friends a lot.