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Stranger Things 5 is just around the corner, ready to bring Millie Bobby Brown's Eleven and her friends for a final battle with Vecna. While the release date for the final season draws near, a recent news piece has surfaced regarding two prominent cast members of the Netflix series. It has been reported that Millie Bobby Brown allegedly filed a complaint against co-star David Harbour over harassment and bullying allegations. The complaint was reportedly made before season 5's filming. Harbour plays the character of Jim Hopper, the adoptive father of Brown's Eleven in Stranger Things. Here's all you need to know about what's behind Brown's claims against her cast member from Stranger Things. Millie Bobby Brown accused David Harbour of harassment and bullying in recent claims(L-R) David Harbour and Millie Bobby Brown at Stranger Things Netflix FYSee exhibit space (Image via Getty)In a recent report by RadarOnline and Daily Mail, it was shared that British actress Millie Bobby Brown allegedly filed a complaint against actor David Harbour. In her complaint, she reportedly accused her co-star from Stranger Things of 'bullying and harassing' her on the sets of Stranger Things 5. The two actors share a strong bond in the series, as Jim Hopper, Harbour's character, is the adoptive father of Brown's Eleven. The two have shared screen for multiple scenes across all four seasons and are set to appear together in the final season of the franchise. Brown's complaints come from the time of the fifth season's filming. However, it has also been stated that the complaints do not include any sexual misconduct claims. No official statements from the actors or Netflix have been made on the issue, but it has been reported that an investigation and internal inquiry have been conducted for the case. Millie Bobby Brown's complaints allegedly had 'pages and pages of accusations'Millie Bobby Brown attending Netflix's Stranger Things season 4 New York Premiere (Image via Getty)The news about Millie Bobby Brown's complaint comes at a time of heightened promotions for the release of Stranger Things 5. Brown and Harbour's characters have shared a touching bond in the series, but the news has shifted the attention of all to the on-set environment of the series. A statement from an anonymous source, mentioned in the article by Daily Mail, shared details about the allegations and said: "Mille Bobby Brown filed a harassment and bullying claim before they started shooting the last season. There were pages and pages of accusations. The investigation went on for months."While Harbour also recently came into the radar for cheating on his ex-wife, Lily Allen, a source also shared with Daily Mail that Allen has allegedly supported her husband throughout the 'brutal ordeal' with Brown. RadarOnline mentioned in an article that a source from Netflix said that the platform was focusing on the upcoming installment. Talking about the release of season 5 and the complaint, the source said: "It will be a theatrical event. Nothing is going to overshadow this, not even the leading man's private life."Also read: 5 reveals from the Stranger Things season 5 trailerDavid Harbour's past comments on 'protecting' Millie Bobby Brown resurface David Harbour attending Netflix's Stranger Things season 4 New York Premiere (Image via Getty)Amidst all the news of complaints and allegations, Harbour's comments from a 2017 interview with People have been catching the attention of all (as reported by RadarOnline). In the interview, the actor spoke about her young co-star's pressures and struggles in the industry, and stated: "I think she's in the crosshairs of something extremely dangerous that nobody seems to be paying attention to. I think the developing mind, someone who gets this famous and has still a brain that is not fully developed, is an extremely difficult thing to navigate."Adding to it, he said: "I hope that she gets the help that she needs. I know that I try to protect her as much as I can."While these comments by Harbour stand in contrast to the allegations made by Brown, more clarity on the case is still expected by all. Also read: Stranger Things 5 finale in theaters: All to know about the big screen release of the last episodeAbout Stranger Things 5 A general view of Stranger Things 5 Netflix Pavilion during Lucca Comics and Games 2025 (Image via Getty)While the recent issue between Brown and Harbour has brought an unexpected update for the fans, the countdown has begun for the release of Stranger Things 5. The series is set to drop in two volumes, with Volume I releasing on November 26, 2025, and Volume II on December 25, 2025. The global audience will be able to watch the final episode of the series on New Year's Eve. American and Canadian fans of the series will also get to witness the final episode of the series in select theaters. The situation remains more precarious than ever for the characters this season. Vecna returns more powerful and vicious, ready to spread his wrath across Hawkins. Eleven and her friends must come together for one final goal: to defeat and kill Vecna. Promising answers to varied pressing questions, all eyes are on the release of the final season, while fans also await more information on the issue between Brown and Harbour. Also read: What's behind the song in Stranger Things 5 trailer? Details exploredStay tuned for more updates.
