Will Byers is a fictional character from the popular Netflix series Stranger Things. He is portrayed by actor Noah Schnapp and is known for being a central figure in the show's storyline. Will is a young boy who goes missing in the first season, which sets off a series of supernatural events in the town of Hawkins, Indiana. Throughout the series, Will is depicted as sensitive and artistic, often seen drawing or engaging in creative activities. His experiences in the Upside Down, a parallel dimension, profoundly affect him, leading to themes of friendship, bravery, and the struggle against dark forces.