Wednesday season 2 release, cast plans, and what we know so far

What to Expect in Wednesday Season 2

Wednesday, Tim Burton’s vision of The Addams Family has become a hit on Netflix, appealing to the spooky goth teen demographic. The series, starring Jenna Ortega as the iconic character, has captured the hearts of many fans with its dark humor and strong character portrayal.

“Nobody wants to see her in the middle of a love triangle,” Ortega expressed in an interview with W Magazine in 2022. “They want to see her torturing people.”

Despite the limited news due to last year’s strikes, Netflix officially renewed the YA supernatural series in January 2023. As filming commences this week and some exciting casting updates are revealed, let’s delve into everything we know about the upcoming season 2 of Wednesday.

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Plot Details of Wednesday Season 2

We don’t have all the specifics about the storyline, but it is expected to pick up during Wednesday’s upcoming school year at Nevermore Academy. Showrunners hint at the involvement of the entire Addams family at the school, addressing unresolved mysteries from the previous season.

Cast of Wednesday Season 2

Jenna Ortega will reprise her role as Wednesday, serving as a producer this season. Other returning cast members include Emma Myers as Enid, Joy Sunday as Bianca, and Hunter Doohan as Tyler. The Addams family members, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Luiz Guzmán, and Isaac Ordonez, will feature prominently this season.

The showrunners expressed excitement about the expanded cast, including some iconic figures alongside new faces. The exact roles of Morticia and Gomez remain a mystery.

 Wednesday characters in a scene
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Changes in the Cast for Wednesday Season 2

Despite Tyler’s unresolved plotline, Jamie McShane will have a limited role in the new season. However, Percy Hynes White will not reprise his role, aligning with recent allegations against him.

New Additions to the Wednesday Season 2 Cast

The upcoming season will feature prominent actors like Steve Buscemi and Billie Piper in recurring roles. Others like Evie Templeton, Owen Painter, and Noah Taylor will also join the cast with undisclosed characters.

Guest appearances from actors like Christopher Lloyd and Thandiwe Newton add intrigue to the ensemble cast of Wednesday season 2.

Release Date of Wednesday Season 2

With filming set to begin in May 2024, fans can expect the new season of Wednesday to potentially debut in late 2024 or early 2025.

Where to Find More Wednesday Content

If you can’t wait for the new season, catch up on the first season on Netflix. You can also explore past iterations of The Addams Family, including the 1990s movies and the classic sitcom available on Pluto TV.