Wednesday Addams isn’t done casting her deadpan spell over Netflix. Ahead of the highly anticipated debut of Wednesday Season 2, the streaming service has officially renewed the mega-hit series for a third season. And honestly? We’re not even surprised. Between the killer dance moves, twisted mysteries, and Jenna Ortega’s pitch-perfect portrayal of the gothic teen icon, Wednesday has become a cultural phenomenon. Now, we can breathe a little easier knowing that the story at Nevermore Academy is far from over.
A Record-Breaking, Multigenerational Hit
Since its premiere on November 23, 2022, Wednesday has shattered Netflix records like they were old tombstones. The Addams Family-inspired series holds the crown as Netflix’s most-watched English language show of all time, racking up a staggering 252.1 million views in just 91 days.
The Tim Burton-directed first season didn’t just dominate. It haunted the Netflix Global Top 10 for six consecutive weeks, setting records for weekly viewership back-to-back. It soared to the #1 spot in 90 countries and crossed the billion-hours-viewed mark in just three weeks. That proves that Wednesday Addams is as iconic as ever.
Even before its debut, Wednesday Season 2 has become one of Netflix’s most anticipated shows of 2025, amassing more than 2.8 billion social media impressions (yes, billion). We’re already dissecting trailers, theorizing over plot twists, and celebrating the return of Jenna Ortega’s gothic charm.
The second season will unfold across two releases—August 6 and September 3—adding to the anticipation. And clearly, Netflix is confident that the creepy, kooky momentum isn’t slowing down anytime soon. With the renewal for Season 3, the streaming giant is doubling down on the franchise’s magnetic pull.
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What to Expect from Wednesday Season 3
While Netflix hasn’t revealed plot details or casting updates for Season 3 just yet, showrunners Alfred Gough and Miles Millar teased a deeper dive into the dark heart of Nevermore and the Addams family’s secrets. “This time, she’ll unearth more of the school’s sinister secrets—and descend even deeper into the Addams family crypt,” they shared. They also dropped a classic Wednesday quip: “Nothing brings a family together like a good exhumation.” That alone is enough to keep fans on edge until more is revealed.
Bela Bajaria, Netflix’s Chief Content Officer, praised the show’s impact: “The undeniable impact of Wednesday resonated immediately with fans worldwide… We are so proud of Al Gough, Miles Millar, Tim Burton, Jenna Ortega, and the entire Wednesday cast and crew for everything they’ve accomplished.” It’s no small feat to turn a decades-old character into one of the most relevant pop culture figures of today, but Wednesday has done just that—reviving the Addams legacy with eerie elegance and making it more beloved than ever.
Wednesday Addams isn’t just surviving Nevermore. She’s redefining it, one deadpan glare at a time. And now, with Wednesday Season 3 on the horizon, we can’t wait to see what new nightmares await.
Wednesday Season 2 will premiere on August 6, only on Netflix.
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