Character Age
Will Byers is 17 years old in Stranger Things Season 5, aligning with his
friends like Mike and Eleven during their high school years. Born March 22,
1971, in the show's 1980s timeline, he was 12 at the start of Season 1. Some
sources note him as 16, but recent Season 5 updates confirm 17.
Actor Age
Noah Schnapp, who plays Will, is 21 years old as of late 2025, born October 3,
2004. He was 11 when filming Season 1 began, making him close to the
character's initial age. Schnapp remains the youngest of the main young cast
members.
