Overview

• Part 1 of Season 2 premiered on August 6 as a four-episode drop and ended on a cliffhanger before the final four episodes debut on September 3.
• Critics have applauded the show’s gothic visuals under Tim Burton’s direction but criticized its reliance on formulaic plot beats.
• Season 2 expands its ensemble with Steve Buscemi as Nevermore’s new headmaster, Billie Piper as music teacher Miss Capri and Fred Armisen in a prominent Uncle Fester role.
• Lady Gaga is confirmed to appear as Rosaline Rotwood in Part 2 but is absent from the first four released episodes.
• Netflix has officially ordered a third season of Wednesday and signaled plans for a spin-off series, though showrunners say they are focused on Season 3 development first.