A fluffy white classic Persian cat named Poof has become a star on Instagram, thanks to a hilarious video that shows her dressed as one of the most famous creatures from “Stranger Things.”
Instagram user @vegaspoof shared the video, showing Poof sitting calmly on her cat tree, while wearing a full Demogorgon costume — complete with wide, petal‑like “mouth” pieces with fake teeth lining. The owner paired the look with Kate Bush’s “Running Up That Hill,” the fan‑favorite song that has become synonymous with the Netflix series.
Cat’s ‘Stranger Things’ costume is one for the books
In the video, the cat appears in frame in all her terrifying Demogorgon glory from “Stranger Things,” but the moment is more adorable than scary. Her soft fur and unbothered expression create a hilarious contrast with the dramatic horror‑inspired outfit. The caption calls Poof “DEMOGATO” — a fitting twist on the show’s monster.
For anyone unfamiliar, the Demogorgon is the humanoid creature that terrorizes Hawkins in “Stranger Things.” The kids in the show named it after a character from their “Dungeons & Dragons” campaign, and it instantly became one of the most recognizable monsters on television. Seeing Poof dressing up as this creature — but fluffy and possibly confused — is what makes the video such a hit.
Viewers could not get enough of Poof and had their own takes on the costume, with many putting spins on the monster’s name. One commenter wrote, “Demeowgorgon,” while another added, “Stranger meows.” Someone else joked, “The democat is not amused.” Others said things like “Meowgorgan,” keeping the theme going.
The video also inspired fans of the show to reference Mews, the cat in the series. As a commenter wrote, “Now we finally know what really happened to Mews!”
The cat’s Demogorgon video from “Stranger Things” is one of those moments that combine pop culture nostalgia with the charm of a stoic cat in costume. It is easy to see why so many viewers love it, even if Poof herself looks like she is wondering how she ended up in the Upside Down.
