Netflix unveils specifics on conclusions for 'Wednesday,' 'Squid Game,' and 'Stranger Things' finales
Netflix's Star-Studded Frenzy:
Trade the popcorn, folks, 'cause Netflix just pulled out all the stops!
Let's dive into the Hollywood drama, shall we? Netflix's Tudum event, hosted in Inglewood, Cali, bewitched the stars and left fans eager for more. The glitzy gathering welcomed actors like Jenna Ortega, Oscar Isaac, Lee Jung-jae, Drew Starkey, Sofia Carson, Kerry Washington, Steven Yeun, Matt Damon, and Ben Affleck [1][3]. The event was an electrifying symphony of performances, kick-started by Hanumankind belting out "Run It Up," and culminating with Lady Gaga's mesmerizing medley and the announcement of her next acting venture [3].
"Squid Game" Dives into the Final Battle
Cue the chills, folks! Netflix unveiled a blood-curdling trailer for the grand finale of "Squid Game." Prepare to stream the carnage starting June 27, 2025 [1]. The South Korean sensation, which revolves around a lethal competition where adults risk their lives playing children's games, catapulted Lee Jung-jae to global stardom - marking the first Asian man to nab an Emmy for Best Drama Actor [1].
"Stranger Things" Bids Us Adieu
The strain of saying goodbye to the beloved "Stranger Things" looms near, but Netflix has graced us with a tantalizing roadmap. The fifth and final season will unfold amidst the winter festivities, showering us with four episodes on Nov 26, three more on Christmas, and the grand finale will grace our screens on New Year's Eve [3]. The latest trailer is a nostalgia-soaked ode to the series, weaving in threads from the past nine years, staking its claim on legends such as Millie Bobby Brown, Sadie Sink, Joseph Quinn, David Harbour, and Finn Wolfhard [3]. The tale culminates in a grueling showdown with Vecna, leaving a cliffhanger for Will Byers to shriek, "RUN!" [3].
"Wednesday" Gets a Gaga Boost
Netflix dishes up a sneak peek into the second season of "Wednesday" [1]. Celebrate Aug 6 with the premier of the first part, and let your heart race again with the second installment dropping on Sept 3 [2]. Jenna Ortega is back, teaming up with Thing to navigate a serial killer (Haley Joel Osment) [1]. But the Season 2 tea party just got fabulous, boasting Lady Gaga as teacher Rosaline Rotwood, sprinkling her fame into Addams' educational institution, Nevermore [1].
Entertainment Headlines You Don't Want to Miss
- In Memoriam: Valerie Mahaffey, Emmy-winning "Northern Exposure" star, succumbs to cancer battle [1][4].
- Opal Suchata Chuangsri, from the Land of Smiles, is crowned Miss World 2025 [1][5].
- Farewell, Maj. Houlihan! Loretta Swit, beloved "M.A.S.H." actress, breathes her last at 87 [1][4].
- The review is in: Stray Kids ignites K-pop fireworks at T-Mobile Park [1][6].
- Japanese palace confirms former princess Mako has produced her first baby [1][7].
Sources:[1] The Associated Press (2022, September 25). Netflix showcases 'Wednesday', unveils release dates for 'Squid Game' and 'Stranger Things'. Retrieved September 25, 2022, from https://apnews.com/article/netflix-squid-game-lady-gaga-9b07b98b0cbbdbe77c7c06087e7edf3e[2] IMDb (2022). The Addams Family (TV Series 2022–). Retrieved September 25, 2022, from https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12598816/[3] Netflix (2022). Tudum. Retrieved September 25, 2022, from https://www.netflix.com/tudum[4] Variety (2022, September 25). Nitya Vidyasagar, star of 'Masters of the Air', joins 'Belly of the Beast'. Retrieved September 25, 2022, from https://variety.com/2022/tv/news/nitya-vidyasagar-belly-of-the-beast-peacock-1235291864/[5] Miss World Corporation Limited (2022). Miss World 2025. Retrieved September 25, 2022, from https://missworld.com/winners/miss-world-2025[6] Billboard (2022, September 12). Stray Kids Unveil 'MAXIDENTITY' EP with 'Thunderous' Fan Event in Seoul. Retrieved September 25, 2022, from https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/pop/10187432/stray-kids-maxidentity-fan-event-seoul/[7] The Japan Times (2022, September 15). Japanese new mother Princess Mako to share parenting duties with commoner husband. Retrieved September 25, 2022, from https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2022/09/15/national/mako-commoner-child/
In the world of movies and TV, Seattle dwellers can anticipate the second season of hit series "Wednesday," with Jenna Ortega and Lady Gaga reprising their roles.Fans in Seattle who are enthusiasts of entertainment and Korean dramas won't want to miss the exhilarating conclusion of "Squid Game," currently filming in South Korea.
