Elliot Page Reflects on His Character's Journey in 'The Umbrella Academy'

Exploring Identity and Transformation

Exclusive Interview with PEOPLE

Elliot Page, who portrays Viktor Hargreeves in the hit Netflix series "The Umbrella Academy," has opened up about his character's significant journey across the seasons. In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Page shared his insights on the evolution of Viktor's identity and the behind-the-scenes experiences.

Page noted that playing Viktor for multiple seasons has been a transformative experience. "I've learned how special it is to play one character for so long and to evolve with a family of characters," he said.

In the series, Viktor's arc mirrors the experiences of many queer and trans individuals. "Viktor's arc inadvertently reflects the journey of many queer and trans people in understanding their truth and embracing their identity," Page said.

Page's interview with PEOPLE follows a conversation he had with the BBC's gender and identity correspondent, Megha. In that interview, Page spoke about the importance of visibility and representation for the LGBTQ+ community.