Archive · 1 Dec 2025
Jamie Campbell Bower on Vecna's Return in Stranger Things
Jamie Campbell Bower, who plays the scary villain Vecna in Stranger Things, talked about his return in Season 5.
Vecna looks even scarier now, with a mix of real makeup and computer effects.
Bower explained how his costume and makeup changed, including new prosthetics and a taller shoe rise.
He also mentioned that he took inspiration from Doug Bradley's character Pinhead from the Hellraiser movies.
Bower shared that working with his co-star Millie Bobby Brown was great, and she was very good at acting scared.
He also made sure she felt safe during intense scenes.
Vecna's new look in Stranger Things Season 5 combines practical prosthetics and CG effects.
Jamie Campbell Bower revealed details about the new costume and makeup, including shoulder pads and a three-inch shoe rise.
Bower took inspiration from Doug Bradley's Pinhead in the Hellraiser movies for Vecna's voice and mannerisms.
He praised Millie Bobby Brown's acting skills, noting her ability to convey real terror.
Bower ensured Brown felt safe during intense scenes, sharing a personal moment about her recognizing him by his cigarette smell.
- Who
- Jamie Campbell Bower, actor playing Vecna in Stranger Things
- What
- Bower discusses his return as Vecna and the changes in his character's appearance and performance
- When
- Stranger Things Season 5, Volume 1
- Where
- Stranger Things set and interviews
- Why
- To share insights on the new season and his character's evolution
- Actor
- Jamie Campbell Bower
- Character
- Vecna
- Show
- Stranger Things
- Season
- 5
- Special Effects
- Blend of prosthetics and CG
- Inspiration
- Doug Bradley's Pinhead from Hellraiser
- Costume Details
- Shoulder pads, three-inch shoe rise, morph suit
- Co-star
- Millie Bobby Brown