Tue May 06 01:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Finn Wolfhard Initially Saw Willem Dafoe as the Green Goblin on Set of ‘The Legend of Ochi’

**NEW YORK, NY** – Finn Wolfhard, star of “Stranger Things,” reveals in an exclusive interview with PEOPLE that he initially struggled to see Willem Dafoe as anything other than his iconic Green Goblin persona from the Spider-Man films while working together on A24’s new movie, “The Legend of Ochi.”

“For the first few days, it was hard not to see Norman Osborn,” Wolfhard admits, referring to Dafoe’s memorable portrayal of the Spider-Man villain. Despite this initial hurdle, Wolfhard quickly came to appreciate Dafoe’s talent, citing his “iconic” voice and legendary acting skills as particularly impactful. He even sought career advice from the Oscar-nominated actor, engaging in conversations about Dafoe’s early career in New York theater.

“The Legend of Ochi,” now playing in theaters, is a fantasy adventure film starring Helena Zengel. Wolfhard’s directorial debut, “Hell of a Summer,” is also currently in theaters. The film marks a collaboration between two acclaimed actors, with Wolfhard gaining valuable insight into the craft of acting from his esteemed co-star.

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