Netflix is gearing up for the much-anticipated release of Season 2 of the hit series Wednesday, which will premiere in two parts on August 6, 2025, and September 3, 2025. Jenna Ortega returns as the iconic Wednesday Addams, leading an ensemble cast that promises to deliver more supernatural adventures and chilling mysteries.
Created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, the series follows Wednesday as she navigates life at Nevermore Academy, a school for outcasts. In the first season, viewers watched as she honed her psychic abilities and unraveled a series of murders connected to her parents, Morticia and Gomez Addams, who attended the same academy 15 years prior.
The newly released teaser trailer offers a glimpse into the darker and more horror-centric themes of the upcoming season. In one scene, Wednesday is seen at an airport undergoing a security check, where a collection of weapons including brass knuckles, pepper spray, knives, a taser, nunchucks, and a twin-spiked flail are discovered in her bag, alongside her trusty companion, Thing. The alert is humorously triggered by a bottle of sunscreen.
As Season 2 unfolds, viewers can expect a shift in focus, with the storyline veering more towards horror rather than teen romance. Ortega has expressed her excitement about this thematic evolution, stating, "The most exciting thing is being able to revisit her. Wednesday Addams is one of the coolest characters of all time, so to have gotten the opportunity to play her once was incredible, and then to be able to slip into the costume and tone again, it’s so much fun."
This season will also introduce new family members to the mix, with Morticia (played by Catherine Zeta-Jones), Gomez (Luis Guzmán), and Pugsley (Isaac Ordonez) taking on more prominent roles. The addition of Pugsley marks a significant development, as he embarks on his own journey at Nevermore, creating fresh dynamics within the Addams family.
New characters will make their debut this season, including Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo, who has been promoted to a regular cast member, along with Billie Piper, Steve Buscemi, Joanna Lumley, Evie Templeton, Owen Painter, and Noah Taylor. Notably, Lady Gaga will make a guest appearance, adding to the star-studded lineup.
In the teaser, fans can spot Wednesday reuniting with her spirited roommate Enid (Emma Myers) and encountering familiar faces from her past, including her frenemy Bianca (Joy Sunday) and the barista-turned-monster Tyler (Hunter Doohan). The new principal of Nevermore, Barry Dort, portrayed by Buscemi, is introduced as a mysterious figure who brings a fresh energy to the school.
Director and executive producer Tim Burton has emphasized the importance of family dynamics in this season, stating, "Bringing the family to Nevermore felt like an obvious move for us in terms of another thorn in Wednesday’s side — more conflict for that character." This sentiment is echoed by creator Miles Millar, who noted that the mother-daughter relationship between Wednesday and Morticia is central to the series.
As the Addams family navigates the challenges of school life, the teaser hints at new locations and the introduction of additional characters, including Morticia’s mother, Hester Frump, played by Lumley. Millar described Hester as a unique addition to the family dynamic, stating, "The first day on set when Joanna walked on, she just was Hester, and she nailed every single line, and it’s just so delicious. She’s perfect and hilarious."
Season 2 promises to delve deeper into the characters' backgrounds and expand their storylines, offering viewers a more comprehensive view of the world of Nevermore. The production has moved from Romania to Ireland for filming, which marks a significant change in the series’ aesthetic.
Fans of the series can expect plenty of twists and turns, with creator Miles Millar teasing, "Nothing is what it seems in Season 2. Wednesday goes into this season thinking she knows Nevermore. It’s the first time she’s returned to a school willingly. But as soon as she gets back, nothing happens that she’s expecting." This sets the stage for a thrilling continuation of Wednesday's adventures.
With the first season achieving remarkable success, amassing 252 million views and spending 20 weeks in Netflix’s global Top 10, expectations are high for the upcoming season. The first season not only captivated audiences but also catapulted Jenna Ortega into a new level of stardom, further solidifying her status as a rising star in Hollywood.
As anticipation builds for the return of Wednesday, fans are encouraged to mark their calendars for the premiere dates, with Part 1 debuting on August 6 and Part 2 following on September 3, exclusively on Netflix. The series is set to continue its legacy of combining gothic charm with dark humor, ensuring that viewers will be treated to another season filled with the delightful macabre.
