Overview

• Netflix officially renewed Wednesday for Season 3 but has delayed production, moving the premiere from late 2026 into 2027.
• The extended gap results from star Jenna Ortega’s packed commitments alongside the show’s intensive visual-effects workflow.
• This postponement exemplifies a streaming trend of multi-year waits for flagship dramas such as Severance, The Last of Us and Stranger Things.
• Netflix’s practice of splitting seasons and rolling out ad-supported tiers has stretched its release schedule and tested viewer patience.
• Wednesday Season 2 Part 2 remains set to debut on September 3, 2025, offering a near-term update for fans.