Netflix in Transition: Finn Wolfhard Moves On as The Night Agent Returns
It marks the end of a streaming era. Stranger Things season five has officially concluded, wrapping up a decade-long cultural phenomenon that saw its child stars grow into adults before a global audience. The finale was an emotional whirlwind for the cast and crew, particularly for Mike Wheeler actor Finn Wolfhard. Fresh off co-hosting Saturday Night Live on NBC alongside rapper ASAP Rocky and comedian Sarah Sherman, the 23-year-old is navigating life after Hawkins with a mix of introspection and new career moves.
Life After the Upside Down
As the Duffer Brothers gathered the team for one last goodbye, Wolfhard delivered a particularly heartfelt address to the colleagues he grew up with. He admitted to the group that before the show, he felt isolated. “I just wanted to say that I started this show when I was 12 with these guys,” he shared in a moment of vulnerability. “It’s going to sound sad, but I feel like I really didn’t feel like I had a lot of friends as a kid. And when I talked to the Duffer Brothers for the first time, it felt like I had friends. And now I have so many more friends.”
Despite a staggering net worth estimated at $4 million by Celebrity Net Worth, Wolfhard has opted for a surprisingly grounded living situation. While he spent much of 2025 living solo in Atlanta during the grueling Stranger Things shoot, he has since moved back in with his parents. Speaking to People, he explained that the decision provides stability in a chaotic industry. “I rarely get to see my family,” he noted. “I think it’s a nice home base to have, just because, if I’m going to be away for most of the year working, then I might as well have a place to come back to with my parents.”
Relationship Status and Future Projects
On the personal front, Wolfhard is keeping things low-profile. previously linked to Doll & Em actress Elsie Richter a few years ago, he is currently single and seemingly content with that status. He told Variety that his workload is heavier than ever, suggesting the single life might be a “subconsciously deliberate” choice to maintain focus.
He isn’t wasting any time pivoting to new roles. Wolfhard is already filming Crash Land, a comedy centered on small-town stuntmen who spend their days drinking and filming amateur Jackass-style stunts. He stars opposite Reacher alum Jonathan Koensgen and Gabriel LaBelle from The Fabelmans.
The Night Agent Takes Center Stage
While Wolfhard closes the chapter on one massive hit, Netflix is gearing up to revitalize its action slate for 2026. As subscribers enjoy the latest from Bridgerton, the streamer is preparing for the return of the global smash hit The Night Agent. Season 3 is set to drop all ten episodes on February 19, 2026, ending a long wait for fans who have been anticipating the release since filming wrapped in July 2025.
The new season promises to be as dynamic as ever. Gabriel Basso returns as FBI agent Peter Sutherland, this time teaming up with a reporter to hunt down an elusive broker. Their mission involves unraveling a secret conspiracy to prevent a terror attack.
Rumors of a Fourth Season
Confidence in the franchise appears high, with industry buzz suggesting work on a fourth season is already underway behind the scenes, despite Netflix maintaining radio silence on an official confirmation. Rumors indicate a significant production shift, with the show potentially moving filming locations to Los Angeles for Season 4. Sources suggest the move is a strategy by Sony Pictures Television to secure tax incentives.
Regardless of the location, series creator Shawn Ryan is reportedly planning to continue adapting Matthew Quirk’s novels. While a start date remains unknown, the early speculation hints that Netflix is eager to keep Sutherland in the field long after the credits roll on Season 3.
