Wednesday
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| Number of Seasons | 2 |
| Number of Episodes | 16 |
| Episode Length | 45 minutes |
| Genre | Fantasy, Comedy, Detective, Crime |
| Starring | Jenna Ortega |
| Writers | Alfred Gough, Miles Millar, April Blair, Kayla Alpert |
| Creators | Alfred Gough, Miles Millar |
| Music | Chris P. Bacon, Danny Elfman |
| Country | USA |
| Website | |
| Release Years | 2022–present |
| Kinopoisk Rating • IMDb | 7.9/10 • 8.0/10 |
| Age Rating | 18+ |
"Wednesday" is an American mystery-detective series about the adaptation and coming-of-age of Wednesday Friday Addams among gifted teenagers his age. The series is a captivating, multi-genre project that harmoniously blends elements of mystery, comedy, and fantasy, all while touching on the profoundly meaningful theme of coming of age. The central storyline draws inspiration from the iconic Addams Family, bringing a familiar atmosphere to life and adding a new twist. This cinematic work was created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, two talented screenwriters, while Tim Burton, one of the most renowned and recognized masters of the dark aesthetic, directed four episodes. Burton also served as executive producer, ensuring a high level of quality and stylistic unity for the project.
The series stars Jenna Ortega, whose compelling performance brings a new level of depth and charisma to the character of Wednesday. The cast also includes such renowned stars as Gwendoline Christie, Riki Lindhome, Jamie McShane, Hunter Doohan, Emma Myers, Joy Sunday, Georgie Farmer, Naomi J. Ogawa, and Christina Ricci, who adds symbolic significance to the project, being closely connected to the Addams family through her previous role in classic film adaptations.
The series is streaming on the Netflix platform, providing wide access to viewers worldwide. The first season debuted on November 23, 2022, and immediately captured the attention of audiences with its unique style. The second season is scheduled to premiere on August 6, 2025, generating considerable anticipation and interest among fans for the future developments. Moreover, the creators of the series have already confirmed the production of a third season, thus guaranteeing the continuation of the story. The project gained widespread popularity among viewers and received overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics, cementing its status as one of the most talked-about series of recent years.
Starring
Jenna Ortega - Wednesday Friday Addams
Minor roles
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Directors
Tim Burton, Ganja Monteiro, Paco Cabezas, Angela Robinson, James Marshall
Producers
Tim Burton, Alfred Gough, Miles Millar, April Blair, Kayla Alpert
Camera Operators
Stefan Persson, David Lanzenberg
Plot
A brief description of the events of the series
The central character of the series, Wednesday Addams, is the daughter of Morticia and After repeated, unsuccessful attempts to adapt to a regular school, Gomez Addams finds herself in Nevermore, a specialized boarding school for children with special needs. This educational institution presents her with new challenges: the need to connect with her classmates, learn to understand and develop her unique abilities, and uncover secrets connected to her family's mysterious history. Furthermore, Wednesday must confront a dangerous criminal responsible for a series of brutal murders and the theft of body parts.
Despite her stern nature and tendency toward emotional detachment, which make it difficult to build relationships, Wednesday gradually makes friends and experiences romantic experiences for the first time. Overcoming numerous obstacles, she discovers new facets of both her perception of the world around her and her own personality.
Season-by-season description of the series events
Season 1
Wednesday Addams finds herself at Nevermore Academy, a school for children with unusual and supernatural abilities. Immersed in the mysteries of this unique institution, she encounters a series of mysterious murders that lead her to unravel a dark mystery involving the Hyde, a dangerous mythical creature that transforms into a monster and hunts humans.
During her investigation, Wednesday discovers a shocking truth: the Hyde is Tyler Galpin, a young man with whom she begins to develop romantic feelings. Although Tyler initially appears to be an ordinary person with no signs of supernatural abilities, it turns out he inherits his nature from his Hyde mother, a former student of Nevermore. Tyler's manipulator is Marilyn Thornhill, a botany teacher who is later revealed to be Laurel Gates, the woman who faked her death.
Laurel's terrifying plan involves using the victims of the Hyde to bring back her ancestor, Joseph Crackstone, to serve as the instrument for the destruction of Nevermore and the final eradication of all so-called outcasts. However, thanks to the actions of Wednesday and her friends, this sinister plan fails. Enid embraces her werewolf nature and defeats Tyler-Hyde at a crucial moment. United by their combined efforts, the heroes break the cycle of death and tragedy, leaving the school with a newfound sense of security and a mission accomplished.
Season 2
Season-by-Season Episode Overview
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| Season 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
| Season 2 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | |
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Interesting Facts and Notes
- Interesting facts about the creation of the series "Wednesday" reveal its atmosphere and the painstaking work involved in the project, which was meticulously detailed. Filming took place in picturesque corners of Romania, lending the production its distinctive visual style. For example, scenes set at Nevermore High School were filmed in the majestic Cantacuzino Castle, emphasizing the school's mystique, while scenes of the characters' botanical studies were staged in the exquisite Bucharest Botanical Garden, a perfect blend of elegance and natural beauty.
- Jenna Ortega's preparation for the role of Wednesday Addams also involved significant changes: the actress opted for a makeover, adding her signature bangs. Makeup artists carefully developed the character's appearance, but the idea of using Ortega's natural hair proved particularly successful and became the final choice.
- In search of a believable performance, Jenna also undertook considerable efforts, devoting two months to intensive cello lessons. Despite her lack of musical experience, she achieved impressive results, which are particularly noticeable in her performance scenes. The actors' work also deserves admiration. For example, Hunter Doohan, who truly embodies the character of Tyler, took driving lessons and got his driver's license just for a single scene involving a car. This scene became part of a dynamic plotline where Tyler drives away in the car, and Wednesday and Enid set off to find the Gates family mansion.
- Fred Armisen, to portray Uncle Fester, went even further and completely bald his head. This step was prompted by the actor's desire to achieve the utmost realism for the character: he considered prosthetics insufficiently believable. However, he managed to keep his eyebrows thanks to the meticulous work of the makeup team, who expertly camouflaged them.
- Particular attention should be paid to the unique performance of the Thing's hand. This charismatic on-screen character was played entirely by hand by illusionist Victor Dorobantu, without the use of CGI. Thanks to his professionalism and movement skills, the Thing acquired a unique organic quality and individual character that impressed viewers.
- The Weathervane Café, an establishment that plays a key role in the plot, became a unique setting for Tim Burton-themed Easter eggs. Specifically, attentive viewers might have noticed stills from his famous films adorning the walls of Tyler's character's work area, adding profound metaphorical accents.
