The release date of the second season of "Wednesday" is edging closer and closer. Today, it was announced that the series had wrapped production of its second season, with showrunners teasing some of what viewers can expect.
© NBC, Getty ImagesThe Netflix series premiered in 2022, rapidly becoming one of its biggest hits and launching Jenna Ortega's career to new heights. The series showrunners Al Gough and Miles Millar discussed the second season of the series and how it'll up the stakes of the show's universe.
"This season, Wednesday’s journey is darker and more complex as she navigates family, friends, new mysteries, and old adversaries, propelling her headlong into another year at Nevermore,” they said to Tudum.
Aside from new characters and situations, they assured viewers that the new season would explore more of the lore of "The Addams Family," the series that inspired "Wednesday."
“We look forward to exploring more Addams Family lore, and are excited to introduce an eclectic lineup of incredible new characters."
© Phillip FaraoneNew and returning cast members
- Jenna Ortega (Wednesday Addams)
- Emma Myers (Enid Sinclair)
- Joy Sunday (Bianca Barclay)
- Catherine Zeta-Jones (Morticia Addams)
- Luis Guzmán (Gomez Addams)
- Isaac Ordonez (Pugsley Addams)
- Lady Gaga
- Thandiwe Newton (Dr. Fairburn)
- Steve Buscemi (Barry Dort)
© Netflix“Our goal this season was to discover some fresh faces as well as invite some acting legends we’ve always admired to join Jenna and the gang at Nevermore,” explained Millar and Gough. “When we survey the talent we’ve assembled, we could not be more thrilled. Mission accomplished.”
What is the new season about?
Details about the new season are being kept under wraps, with the series showrunners describing it as "dark, kooky, and mysterious." As to what specifically will happen, we'll just have to wait and see.
When is 'Wednesday' coming back?
"Wednesday" is returning at some point in 2025.
