How Stranger Things’ SFX Artists Created Vecna | Vanity Fair
Stranger Things makeup designer and visual effects artist Barrie Gower breaks down the extensive work that went into bringing season 4’s gruesome villain Vecna to the screen.
Season 4 Volume 1 of Stranger Things is currently available and streaming on Netflix; Season 4 Volume 2 of Stranger Things releases July 1.
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@fastertrackcreative
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
"Submerged him overnight, drilled all these holes into his back" I assume Jamie wasn't in said cast at the time… I hope!
@shanjan9181
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Gradually becoming a diehard fan of Jamie! He is such a nice person also!
@Nasballim
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Prothetic guy looked scared when Jamie went into Vecna mode 😂
@ToweringArchonAksis
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Honestly I thought Vecna was 100% CGI, I was blown away when I found out about the practical costume
@Lann91
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
I already miss that practical suite.
@deelynn45
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
the transformation of a person, between evil and "human" is amazing. It makes me understand how easily our mind not only breaks but heals
@emmaporter7523
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
well he can hold his breath
@APixieNinja
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Lord have mercy. We appreciate you, Jamie.
@Jenni_ra
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
for me, as a Cosplayer, videos like this are perfect!
@Guilhermepalmeida
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
In an era of AI, where they clearly could have replaced Jamie and done everything in CGI, it's impressive to watch they made sure Vecna was still a human based character. Which in fact is what I believe is still going to happen. We all love to know more about the character and keep a human connection to the movie universe.
@georgiahaynie8447
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Barrie Gower
Jamie Bower…. What a tongue twister. Same name but swap first sound😂
@ayeshazafreen5691
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Victor Creel one is absolutely mindboggling
@NolanCampbell-r2o
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
youre telling me that that was practical effects???
@angelavelizgutierrez5022
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
It’s really heartwarming to see how the artist speaks so kindly about Jamie and his dedication.
@chrillex91
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
One of the coolest television characters ive seen for sure. Looks 10 times cooler than the night king
@hilariaherlindaul6378
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Which version do you prefer?
@CoffeeAndComposing
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Underrated craft!
@pumpkinpie1332
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
This is the best show and no one can argue with that 😂😂😂😂😂
@bluesteno64
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
BARRIE GOWERS TEAM IS THE BEST!
@Niramay-ff2uy
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Jamie is the definition of commitment – i havent heard him ever complain on any interview ever … love him!!!!
@HeatherB81
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Incredible
@Carson_gives_CBT
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
All I can think about is how itchy it must be underneath the suit
@zekaay
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
this is the most fascinating profession!!
@gettinmarried1
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
I cant stand all the talking. Just show us all the talking g makes no sense
@FXEyez
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
That creature SFX makeup is sooooo' realistic & Insane looking!!
@mannysr67
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Great shout out to the thing. Best effects ever! Scared the daylights outta me as a child.
@anastasiajohnson5491
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Nice
@anastasiajohnson5491
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Love this
@GreenAlien143
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
What happens if you get itchy
@Goalloungetv
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Barrie Gower and his team are 🔥
@bloominrose6780
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
How do you make the people who d!e in the show how did you make there eyes out of there head
@shainamoon6490
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Was vecna in front of will in the first season about 20 minutes in
@gishathosaurus6828
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
They really outdid themselves with Vecna, an outstanding mix of practical effects coupled with a bit of CGI, killer combination
@Andreas.m524
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
It’s not real there’s nothing to be scared about just watching those after watching this video you’re gonna be like I guess it’s not that bad I just don’t like that’s how I am now thanks to YouTube
@Andreas.m524
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Do you ever want to watch Stranger Things don’t be scared nothings real here let me show you and if you’re ever wondering where Stranger Things with made let me tell you it was made in the states states
@daniwani49
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Honestly Jamie is so great at his job I could never sit in a suit like that for more then like 15-30 minutes
@pingping7445
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Omgg amazing!
@emilywhittle1420
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Jamie was completely unrecognizable and did such an amazing job, but I love how they managed to get Robert to play Victor Creel. The duffer brothers must’ve been squealing like little girls when they found out he was on board. He’s such a staple actor in the horror genre.
@scottromesburg7935
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
OUTSTANDING!!!
@ceciliamackie
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Unbelievable! Let’s connect?
@CheesyProdz-5
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
bro the way how Jamie has to be in a chair 8 hours to put the makup on and 2 hours to get it off
@janessavalencia161
January 18, 2026 at 12:04 pm
Vecnussy
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