Does Billy die in Stranger Things?

Last Modified Apr 28, 2025 19:23 EDT
Does Billy die in Stranger Things?
Billy's poster for Stranger Things (Source: Facebook)


Yes, the character of Billy Hargrove dies during the finale of Stranger Things season three.


Stranger Things is a popular American science fiction-horror television series created by the Duffer Brothers. Released exclusively on Netflix in July 2016, the show is set in the fictional town of Hawkins, Indiana, during the 1980s. The story of Stranger Things revolves around a group of young friends, namely Mike, Dustin, Lucas, and Will, whose lives turn upside down after the disappearance of Will. As they search for him, they team up with a girl with supernatural abilities known only as Eleven. The series dwells deep into fictional government conspiracies, secret experiments, and alternate dimensions, introducing the eerie realm known as the Upside Down, which threatens their town.


Stranger Things explores the themes of friendship, loyalty, and supernatural activities, bringing in hints of humor that make the characters quite relatable. Stranger Things has received huge praise for its storytelling, character development, and nostalgic atmosphere. Its cast features actors like Millie Bobby Brown, Winona Ryder, and David Harbour.


Does Billy die in Stranger Things?


Yes, Billy Hargrove dies during the finale of Stranger Things Season 3. In Season 3, Billy’s character was shown to be possessed by the Mind Flayer making him one of the villains of the series.


While the gang struggled to bring him back to his senses, it was with Eleven’s psychic ability that she was able to break the Mind Flayer’s grip on the character, bringing him back to reality and reminding him about his relationship with Max. During the final battle with the Mind Flayer, the group including Lucas, Max, Dustin, Steve, Robin, and the others were pinned by the monster’s advance. Coming back to his senses, Billy realized his sister was in a life-threatening situation and jumped in to save her. This sacrifice takes Billy’s life after he gets stabbed multiple times by the Mind Flayer.


Does Billy die in Stranger Things?
Billy (Source: Screengrab from the series)


Who was Billy in Stranger Things?


Billy Hargrove, portrayed by Dacre Montgomery, was introduced in the second season as one of the recurring characters and the antagonist of the series. Billy is shown to be the controlling stepbrother of Max Mayfield and a student at Hawkins High School. Billy is highly aggressive with a volatile temper and a troubled background. Throughout the series, we have seen Billy being highly overprotective and controlling towards Max which is mostly due to his father’s rough upbringing.


In season two, Billy is mostly shown as a bully and an antagonist, often messing with Steve Harrington, one of the main cast members, exhibiting reckless, bullying tendencies. Having a charming and dominant personality, Billy is shown to be highly popular with girls and is always seen running solo without a gang. While Billy’s character showed a high temper and possessiveness towards Max, deep down the character had a real soft spot for his sister which is highlighted by the end of the series during their fight with the Mind Flayer in the Battle of Starcourt.


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FAQs On Stranger Things

A. While his biological mother is not named, Billy has a father named Neil Hargrove.

A. Yes, Billy has a step-mom going by the name Susan Hargrove.

A. No, the character of Billy Hargrove will not be returning in Season 5.

A. As of April 2025, Dacre Montgomery is 30 years old.

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