Netflix's hit series, "Wednesday" from Tim Burton, is currently running
In the highly anticipated second season of the Netflix series "Wednesday", our beloved protagonist, Wednesday Addams, portrayed by Jenna Ortega, returns to Nevermore Academy, the school for outsiders with special abilities[1]. Facing a new set of mysterious events and dangers, Wednesday is haunted by visions of her friend Enid's death, leading her on a mission to prevent this tragic fate[1].
The new season, split into two parts, will premiere on August 6, 2025, with Part 2 following on September 3, 2025[2][4]. The blend of supernatural, mystery, and comedy elements continues, as we follow Wednesday's darkly witty and investigative adventures.
The star-studded cast includes the return of Luis Guzmán as Gomez Addams, Catherine Zeta-Jones as Morticia Addams, and the addition of Steve Buscemi as Barry Dort, the new headmaster of Nevermore Academy[1][3]. Christopher Lloyd plays Professor Orloff, and Joanna Lumley brings her sharp-tongued charm to the role of Hester Frump, Wednesday's wealthy grandmother[1].
Jenna Ortega's exceptional performance as Wednesday Addams has earned her a Golden Globe and an Emmy[5]. Now, she also takes on the role of producer, allowing her to be more involved in the creative process of the series[6]. Wednesday's brother, Pugsley, played by Isaac Ordonez, is also a student at Nevermore Academy in the new season[1].
The series "Wednesday" is a captivating continuation of the Addams Family legacy, combining mystery thriller, fantasy, coming-of-age, and dark humour[7]. The Addams Family first appeared in "The New Yorker" magazine 87 years ago, created by Charles Addams[8].
Tim Burton, known for his work on "Batman" and "Beetlejuice", directs the series "Wednesday", and he also collaborated with Jenna Ortega on the "Beetlejuice" sequel[9]. The second season of "Wednesday" promises to be a thrilling ride, featuring familiar faces and new guest stars. Stay tuned for more updates!
[1] Netflix, "Wednesday" Official Site [2] Deadline, "Netflix Sets 'Wednesday' Season 2 Premiere Dates" [3] Variety, "Steve Buscemi Joins Jenna Ortega in 'Wednesday' Season 2" [4] Collider, "Netflix Reveals 'Wednesday' Season 2 Release Dates" [5] Gold Derby, "Jenna Ortega Wins Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series" [6] Variety, "Jenna Ortega to Produce 'Wednesday'" [7] IMDb, "Wednesday" Genre [8] The New Yorker, "Charles Addams' Addams Family" [9] Deadline, "Tim Burton to Direct 'Wednesday' and 'Beetlejuice' Sequels"
In this exhilarating second season of Netflix's series "Wednesday," the show promises to deliver engaging entertainment that blends pop-culture elements such as mystery, supernatural, and comedy, falling under the broader category of movies-and-tv. As Jennifer Ortega, the award-winning actress portraying Wednesday Addams, takes on the additional role of producer, her creative involvement is expected to further strengthen the series' significant impact in the realm of pop-culture and entertainment.
