The First Shadow
"Are monsters born… or made?"
Released in November 2026. The First Shadow is a drama/fantasy film. directed by Stephen Daldry. With a runtime of 2h 30m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Louis McCartney, Alex Breaux, and Alison Jaye Horowitz
Synopsis
Stranger Things: The First Shadow is a play written by Kate Trefry from an original story by the Duffer Brothers, Jack Thorne, and Trefry. The story serves as a prequel to the events of the television series Stranger Things, exploring the backstory of Henry Creel before he became the antagonist Vecna. Now releasing as a movie!
Quick Facts
Director
Top Cast
Louis McCartney
as Henry Creel / Vecna
Alex Breaux
as Dr. Brenner
Alison Jaye Horowitz
as Joyce Maldonado
Rosie Benton
as Virginia Creel
Juan Carlos
as Bob Newby
Ted Koch
as Chief Hopper
Robert T. Cunningham
as Charles Sinclair
Andrew Hovelson
as Priceable Newby
Ian Dolley
as Walter Henderson
Logan Gould
as Lonnie Byers
Production Details
- Status
- In Production
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,500,000
- Revenue
- $7,200,000
Production Companies
- Netflix
- Sonia Friedman Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The First Shadow about?
Stranger Things: The First Shadow is a play written by Kate Trefry from an original story by the Duffer Brothers, Jack Thorne, and Trefry. The story serves as a prequel to the events of the televis...
Who directed The First Shadow?
The First Shadow was directed by Stephen Daldry.
How long is The First Shadow?
The First Shadow has a runtime of 2 hours and 30 minutes (150 minutes total).
When was The First Shadow released?
The First Shadow was released on November 11, 2026 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The First Shadow?
The main cast of The First Shadow includes Louis McCartney, Alex Breaux, Alison Jaye Horowitz, Rosie Benton, Juan Carlos.