Outcry on social media as actor Eduardo Franco confirms absence from upcoming season five

As the highly anticipated final season of Netflix’s hit series Stranger Things kicks off production, fans are expressing their disappointment and frustration over the exclusion of fan-favorite character Argyle, portrayed by Eduardo Franco. The absence of Argyle, Jonathan Byers’ comical best friend introduced in season four, has triggered a social media uproar, with fans vowing to boycott the show’s concluding season.

Production Photo Sparks Outrage:

A recent pre-production photo released by Netflix featured several cast members, including David Harbour, Maya Hawke, Finn Wolfhard, and Caleb McLaughlin. However, Eduardo Franco, who played the lovable Argyle, was noticeably absent from the snapshot. The exclusion sparked speculation and concern among fans about Argyle’s role in the final season.

Franco’s Confirmation and Fan Backlash:

In an interview with Steve Varley, Eduardo Franco addressed the speculation by confirming that he had not received a call to return for Stranger Things 5, indicating that his character would not be featured. Fans took to social media to express their disappointment, with some declaring their refusal to watch the final season without Argyle.

Social media platforms were flooded with expressions of discontent and frustration:

“ARGYLE WAS FUNNY AS HELL NAH STRANGER THINGS IS GOING DOWNNN GOODBYE MY PAST I USED TO LOVEEEE THIS SERIES GOODBYE,” exclaimed one fan.

“What do you mean Argyle isn’t coming back for the final season of Stranger Things,” lamented another. “That was literally the only reason I was gonna watch it, now what am I supposed to do. They didn’t even f*ckin tell him, either. Man.”

“Stranger Things having no Argyle in the final season means I will NOT be watching. Sorry,” declared a disappointed viewer.

Direct Appeals to Eduardo Franco:

Fans took their grievances directly to Eduardo Franco’s Instagram, expressing sadness over Argyle’s exclusion and praising the actor’s portrayal of the beloved character. Comments conveyed sentiments of loss and appreciation for Argyle, highlighting his significance in the last season.

While the absence of Argyle has sparked a significant backlash, Eduardo Franco continues his career with a role in Hulu’s new movie, “Self Reliance,” premiering on the streaming platform.