‘Stranger Things’: David Harbour Auditions For The Role of Eleven in Funny or Die Video
David Harbour gave an excellent performance as Chief Jim Hopper on “Stranger Things.” But did you know that the actor had originally auditioned for a different role?
In a new Funny or Die sketch, Harbour is seen auditioning for the role of Eleven, a character he was really keen on playing.
“When the Duffer Brothers sent me the script I was really excited. I’m like a hardcore, sci-fi type of guy,” says Harbour, who had high hopes of becoming Eleven. “I mean, so rarely do you connect so deeply with a role. This silent strength, coupled with this vulnerability in seeing this person change over the course of 8 episodes. Clearly I had a very strong vision for this character.”
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While the creators of the series never intended for him to take on the role of the supernatural girl, he did think that his Eleven “added a dimension to the character” that was not seen on screen. Unfortunately for him, the part went to newcomer Millie Bobby Brown, who has since become a breakout star.
“Look, I’m not bitter,” explains Harbour. “I mean, Millie did an okay job playing Eleven, you know. But my Eleven was…,” as the video segues to a clip of his audition. “But look, if you want real ‘80s, hardcore sci-fi, I want you to check out my new Netflix series coming next fall.”
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Check out the hilarious clip below and a “sneak peek” at his new show “New Eleven.”
The first season of “Stranger Things” is available to stream on Netflix. Season 2 will be released next year.
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