Joseph Quinn’s Close Call: From Immigration Bureau “Dungeon” to Tonight Show Fame
What Went Down at the Port Authority
Joseph Quinn, the British actor who brings the brooding Eddie Munson to life on Stranger Things, almost missed his big NYC debut because of a classic immigration mix‑up.
- Arrival in New York – He checked in for one of those high‑profile TV gigs and was immediately placed in a tense waiting area, which the journalist jokingly called a “dungeon.”
- The Question – A port official stared him down and asked, “What are you doing in the United States, sir?” Feeling a little moon‑lighting over the authorities, Quinn replied, “I’m here to meet Jimmy Fallon on The Tonight Show.”
- Colleague to the Rescue – One of his boss’s colleagues stepped in, shouting, “Leave Eddie alone!” and begged to confirm his identity by noting, “It’s Eddie, the Stranger Things star.” The official ultimately cracked, recognizing the famous face.
- The Spoiler Check – Before letting him go, the immigration officer put Quinn to the test with a quirky question: “You coming back in the next season?” Quinn, cool as ever, answered, “I don’t know,” only to be told, “You better.” He sealed the deal with a smile and a quick return of his passport.
Star Power on The Tonight Show
In the moments that followed, Quinn not only bagged a smooth entry but also made it look like a casual encounter. He handed Jimmy Fallon a Hellfire Club t‑shirt, a nod to his beloved series.
- Jimmy’s Reaction – The host fronted the “gift” with a grin, saying, “I’m truly honored to receive this.”
- Quinn’s Response – “I’m honored. I’m a Hellfire Club member? I’ll wear this. I can’t wait.”
Accents, Confidence, and Comedy
And there’s more—while rehearsing an American accent for the show, Quinn admitted feeling a bit like a “sociopath” as he strove for authenticity.
He recalled the scene:
“At one point I was so deep into the role that I asked, ‘Do I sound good? Do you like this?’ My friend Joe Keery tried to keep me grounded, saying, ‘Dude, I can’t save you, but I promise it’s going to be fine.’”
In a nutshell: a close call at the immigration desk, a smooth Tonight Show debut, and a hilarious behind‑the‑scenes look at the life of a modern TV star. Nothing can happen to a true Stranger Things hero!
