Max Mayfield is a fictional character from the popular Netflix series Stranger Things. She is introduced in the second season as a new friend of the main group of kids. Max is known for her adventurous spirit and strong personality, often standing up for herself and her friends. In the series, Max has a passion for skateboarding and video games, which helps her bond with the other characters. She is portrayed by actress Sadie Sink and quickly becomes an integral part of the group, facing supernatural challenges alongside her friends in the town of Hawkins, Indiana.