How Old Was Finn Wolfhard When Filming It

So, you’re deep in a rabbit hole, right? Maybe you just re-watched Stranger Things for the fifth time, or caught a glimpse of Finn Wolfhard looking all grown up on a red carpet. And suddenly, the question hits you like a Demogorgon from the Upside Down: How old was Finn Wolfhard when filming one of his iconic roles? Let’s break it down like a friendly chat over coffee—with a few giggles along the way.

For his breakout hit, Stranger Things Season 1, Finn was a sprightly 12 years old when they started filming in late 2015. Can you imagine being a tween, dealing with homework and puberty, while also fighting interdimensional monsters? He was basically a seventh-grader with a D&D handbook and a flashlight. By the time Season 4 rolled around, he was a seasoned 19, which explains how his voice suddenly dropped lower than a demogorgon’s growl. (We love a growth spurt!)

What about It (2017)? That’s where things get extra adorable-yet-creepy. Finn played Richie Tozier, the joke-cracking, glasses-wearing kid. He was 13 during filming—literally the same age as his character. So yes, when he’s shouting “You’ll float too!”, he was just a few years from his own “floaty” tween years. Bonus fact: He and the cast had to use fake blood that tasted like corn syrup, which he famously hated. “Tastes like a crime against candy,” he joked.

But here’s the real magic: Finn’s age didn’t just affect his roles—it shaped his whole vibe. From a 12-year-old riding bikes in Hawkins to a 20-something indie film darling, he’s stayed refreshingly goofy. So next time you panic about your own age or life timeline, just remember: Finn Wolfhard was already an Emmy-nominated actor before he could drive a car. And if that doesn’t inspire you to embrace your own weird timeline, I don’t know what will. You’re exactly where you need to be—no Stranger Things required.