David Harbour Steps Away from Tony Gilroy’s Behemoth! Project
A major casting shake-up hits Tony Gilroy’s new drama as David Harbour exits Behemoth! after wrapping up his work on Stranger Things. The replacement remains a mystery.
David Harbour has decided to pull out of the upcoming drama Behemoth!, directed by Tony Gilroy. The news was confirmed by a Searchlight Pictures spokesperson, who shared that the actor, best known for his role in Stranger Things, will no longer be part of the cast. Harbour had originally been set to appear alongside Pedro Pascal, known for The Fantastic Four: First Steps, and Olivia Wilde, who both acts in and directs Don’t Worry Darling.
Word is, the lengthy and emotional wrap of Stranger Things proved a bit much for Harbour, who’s been involved with the series for over a decade. With the show finally coming to a close, he’s chosen to step back from Behemoth! to take a breather. The part has already been recast, but the new actor’s name hasn’t been made public yet.
Plot Details and Production
Details about Behemoth! have been kept pretty close to the chest. The only official hint so far is a brief logline describing the story as following a musician from a family of musicians who returns to Los Angeles. The film is said to be “a love letter to the music of the movies and the people who make it.” Filming kicked off in Los Angeles towards the end of 2025, but there’s still no word on when punters can expect to see it in cinemas.
Personal Life in the Spotlight
Harbour’s personal life has been under the microscope lately, especially after his ex-wife, Lily Allen, dropped her album West End Girl last year. The record delves into their rocky relationship, with Allen reportedly exploring themes of infidelity. The public and media have been quick to pick up on the drama, adding extra pressure to Harbour’s already busy schedule.
On top of that, there were whispers in the industry about tension on the Stranger Things set. Reports surfaced that Millie Bobby Brown, Harbour’s co-star, accused him of “bullying and harassing” her during filming. However, the two have since been seen together at events, and it’s been said that any issues have been sorted out.
Harbour’s Take on His Career
Despite the recent headlines, Harbour has spoken positively about his time on Stranger Things. In a chat with Variety, he said,
“I love the attention, and I love capturing the widest audience possible, and I love moving the most people with what you’re doing.”
It’s clear he’s proud of his work, even as he steps away from his latest film commitment.