Netflix and other platforms introduce six new series in August.
In the world of television, excitement is brewing for fans of various shows. Let's take a look at some of the latest developments.
"Wednesday" Season 3 Confirmed
Netflix's hit series "Wednesday" is set to return for a third season, with Wednesday Addams (portrayed by Jenna Ortega) delving deeper into the Addams family's dark history at Nevermore Academy. The upcoming season promises to uncover more sinister secrets and expand on the school's mysteries.
Executive producers Alfred Gough and Miles Millar have emphasised the importance of character development and world expansion, aiming to broaden the universe of Nevermore while maintaining the series' supernatural mystery and darkly comedic tone. However, specific plot details, cast announcements beyond the main cast, and a release date for season three remain under wraps.
Other Notable Updates
- Fans of "Outlander" can look forward to a spin-off series titled "Outlander: Blood of my Blood," which delves into the family history of Jamie and Claire.
- "Alien: Earth," a prequel television series, takes us back to Earth before the known cinematic saga, following a group of soldiers as they attempt to neutralize five evil monsters.
- "The Twisted Tale of Amanda Knox," a series premiering on Disney+ on August 20, offers a dramatized account of the events leading up to the crime, the trial, and the media frenzy that followed the case of Amanda Knox, an American student accused of murdering her roommate Meredith Kercher in Italy in 2007.
- "Chabos," a German miniseries, tells a coming-of-age story and is available from August 22 on ZDF-Mediathek.
- "The Küblböck Story," a documentary series available from August 26 on ARD-Mediathek, critically examines the media treatment of Daniel Küblböck, who struggled with cockroaches in the RTL "Dschungelcamp" and later came out as a trans woman named Lana Kaiser.
- The second season of "Wednesday" promises fewer romantic elements, more action, and guest stars including Lady Gaga and Steve Buscemi.
Prepare for More "Wednesday" Adventures
With a third season confirmed and a spin-off about Uncle Fester reportedly in the works, fans of "Wednesday" can expect more adventures in the world of the Addams family. Stay tuned for further updates on plot details, casting announcements, and the official release date for season three.
Movies-and-TV enthusiasts can anticipate an expansion of the Nevermore Academy universe in the upcoming third season of "Wednesday". The spin-off series, "Outlander: Blood of my Blood", also offers a captivating dive into the family history of the beloved characters from "Outlander".
