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Wednesday Season 2 Part 1 Draws Praise for Gothic Style, Teases Part 2 and Season 3

Critics hail the new season’s stylish gothic atmosphere as Netflix consolidates the franchise with a secret part two teaser alongside an early season three renewal

Wednesday. (L to R) Emma Myers as Enid Sinclair, Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams in episode 202 of Wednesday. Cr. Jonathan Hession/Netflix © 2025
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Overview

  • Part 1 of season two premiered August 6, earning acclaim for its dark, Burton-influenced visuals alongside critiques of its formulaic mystery structure.
  • Netflix has quietly released a hidden teaser for season two’s second half, which is slated to debut on September 3.
  • The series secured an early renewal for a third season on July 23, guaranteeing Wednesday’s return before part two airs.
  • Season two broadens the Addams Family focus with expanded roles for Morticia, Gomez and Pugsley and new characters such as music teacher Miss Capri, Grandmama and a reimagined principal.
  • The opening episodes deepen the show’s horror bent by exploring Wednesday’s faltering psychic powers and escalating supernatural enigmas at Nevermore Academy and Willow Hill Hospital.