Joe Keery, who plays Steve Harrington on Stranger Things, discusses his character's biggest moments. He recalls his first scene, where Steve helps Nancy study, and how he was nervous but eventually loosened up. He also talks about working with Gaten Matarazzo (Dustin) and how their pairing brought out a different side of Steve's character. Joe mentions a pivotal scene with Maya Hawke (Robin) and how it was a rare opportunity for emotional moments amidst the show's supernatural action. He also discusses the physical challenges of filming, including being tied up for three days, and how the show's creators always give him a "fun hero moment" to play.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Joe Keery plays the character Steve Harrington on the TV show Stranger Things.
2. The first scene Joe filmed with Natalya was when Steve helps Nancy study.
3. Joe Keery was nervous on his first day of filming for Stranger Things.
4. Joe Keery and Natalya Dyer prepared the scene together and had some ideas about it.
5. The audition scene for Steve was a tape Joe made with his friend Matt Williams.
6. Joe Keery Skyped with the Duffer Brothers before getting the part.
7. Joe Keery thinks that Steve's character is relatable, especially when he's feeling lost after high school.
8. The Duffer Brothers paired Steve with Robin, which helps bring out another side of Steve's character.
9. Joe Keery worked with Maya Hawke on a pivotal scene, and they rehearsed it a lot before filming.
10. The scene took a while to shoot, but Joe Keery and Maya Hawke were happy about it.
11. Joe Keery has been tied up or beaten in every season of Stranger Things, which can be physically challenging.
12. The Duffer Brothers give Steve a "hero moment" every season, which is a fun experience for Joe Keery.
13. Steve's arc in the show is a continuation of his growth from a kid to a man.