Billy Hargrove does not appear in Stranger Things Season 5.
The character, played by Joseph Quinn, died in the Season 4 finale, and the actor has since moved to other projects. Season 5 focuses on the remaining core cast as they confront new threats in Hawkins, with no plans to recast or revive Billy. The following sections clarify the cast change, outline Season 4’s conclusion, detail Season 5’s confirmed status, and place the decision in the context of the show’s evolving story and cast dynamics.
