Wednesday Addams is back at her typewriter. On 30 September 2026 Netflix confirmed that filming on season 3 had wrapped, sharing a first-look image of Jenna Ortega in character, with the new episodes due in 2027.
While we wait, here is the story of how Alfred Gough, Miles Millar and Tim Burton turned the Addams family's deadpan daughter into one of Netflix's biggest hits. Browse more favourites in our TV Series collection.
Wednesday Fact File
| Aired | 2022-present (season 3 due 2027) |
|---|---|
| Created by | Alfred Gough and Miles Millar |
| Director | Tim Burton (four episodes per season, executive producer) |
| Network/Studio | Netflix / MGM Television |
| Main cast | Jenna Ortega, Emma Myers, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Luis Guzman, Gwendoline Christie, Steve Buscemi |
| Seasons/episodes | 2 seasons, 16 episodes (season 3 filmed) |
| Setting | Nevermore Academy, Jericho, Vermont |
| Signature item | Wednesday's black plaits and her helper, Thing |
Seasons
| Season | Year | Episodes/Highlights |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2022 | 8 episodes - 341 million hours in week one, 252.1 million views in 91 days |
| 2 | 2025 | 8 episodes in two parts (6 August and 3 September) - 11 weeks in the global Top 10 |
| 3 | 2027 | Filmed February-September 2026, release date to be announced |
Viewing figures are Netflix's published numbers. A "view" is hours watched divided by running time, and the 91-day total placed season 1 at the top of Netflix's all-time English-language TV list.
Bringing Wednesday to Netflix
Gough and Millar, the duo behind Smallville, reimagined Charles Addams's famous character as a teenager packed off to Nevermore Academy, a boarding school for outcasts. Tim Burton signed on to direct four episodes and executive produce, and Jenna Ortega was cast in the title role, with Christina Ricci - Wednesday herself in the 1991 film - joining as a teacher. Danny Elfman, Burton's long-time collaborator, wrote the theme.
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A Record-Breaking Debut and That Dance
Season 1 landed on 23 November 2022 and logged 341 million hours in its first week, then a record for an English-language Netflix series. Within weeks it passed one billion hours viewed. The breakout moment was Wednesday's dance at the Rave'N, set to The Cramps' Goo Goo Muck, which Ortega choreographed herself. It sparked a TikTok craze, with fans also dancing to Lady Gaga's Bloody Mary.
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Season 2 in Two Parts
The second season moved production from Romania to Ireland and arrived in two halves, on 6 August and 3 September 2025. Steve Buscemi joined as Nevermore's new principal, Catherine Zeta-Jones and Luis Guzman stepped up as Morticia and Gomez, and Lady Gaga appeared in part two. It drew 50 million views in its first week and spent 11 straight weeks in Netflix's global Top 10.
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Season 3: What We Know
Netflix renewed the show in July 2025, before season 2 had even aired. Filming began in Ireland in February 2026, with scenes also shot in Paris, and wrapped at the end of September. New arrivals include Eva Green as Aunt Ophelia, Winona Ryder and Chris Sarandon, while Joanna Lumley returns as Grandmama. Netflix has confirmed a 2027 release but not yet a date.
Awards
Primetime Emmys
- 2023: four Creative Arts wins - contemporary costumes, contemporary makeup, production design and original main title theme music (Danny Elfman)
- 2023: nominations for Outstanding Comedy Series and Lead Actress in a Comedy Series (Jenna Ortega)
- 2026: six craft nominations for season 2, including choreography
Golden Globes
- Nominated for Best Television Series - Musical or Comedy
- Jenna Ortega nominated for Best Actress in 2023 and 2026
Behind the Scenes
Season 1 was filmed in Romania, mainly around Bucharest and Busteni, with Cantacuzino Castle standing in for Nevermore and the town of Jericho built at Buftea Studios. Season 2 moved to Ireland, using locations such as Charleville Castle, and season 3 was shot around Dublin and County Wicklow.
FAQs
How many seasons of Wednesday are there?
Two seasons have been released, each with eight episodes. Season 3 has finished filming and is due on Netflix in 2027.
Where was Wednesday filmed?
Season 1 was filmed in Romania, with Cantacuzino Castle as Nevermore. Seasons 2 and 3 were filmed in Ireland, with extra season 3 scenes in Paris.
When is Wednesday season 3 coming out?
Netflix has confirmed 2027 but has not announced an exact date. Filming wrapped in September 2026.
Who choreographed the Wednesday dance?
Jenna Ortega created the season 1 routine herself, set to Goo Goo Muck by The Cramps.
How old is Jenna Ortega?
Jenna Ortega was born on 27 September 2002, so she is 24.
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