Winona Ryder Joins Netflix's 'Wednesday' as Production Begins on Season 3

With the addition of renowned actress Winona Ryder to the cast for Season 3, Netflix's popular series 'Wednesday' is expected to gain even more star power. Since its premiere in 2022, the spooky teen series—which centers on Wednesday Addams as she navigates life at Nevermore Academy—has gained widespread acclaim, topping Netflix charts and garnering critical acclaim.

Production is currently under way, and Ryder's inclusion is expected to add depth and new twists to the cherished series, thrilling viewers as they anticipate new mysteries, dark humour, and the iconic gothic ambiance that made the series so popular. 

A Global Hit: Wednesday's Rise and What Season 3 Holds

'Wednesday' has been a landmark worldwide smash on Netflix since its November 2022 premiere. With over 252 million views in its first 91 days, the series—which was created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar and executive produced and directed in part by Tim Burton—quickly broke viewing records and became the most watched English-language show on the platform ever. 

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With Jenna Ortega's legendary portrayal of Wednesday Addams at its core, the dark comedy-horror blend of teen drama and otherworldly mystery continues to captivate viewers around the globe.

With deeper character arcs, surprising turns, and prominent guest appearances like Lady Gaga and Steve Buscemi, Season 2, which was released in parts in August and September of 2025, maintained a high level of viewer interest. With the creative team promising new plot arcs and surprises, fans are already eagerly awaiting 'Wednesday' Season 3 as production gets underway. 

Set once again in the eerie atmosphere of Nevermore Academy, the new season will explore Wednesday's continuing journey as she juggles school life, friendships, investigations and personal growth.

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Production officially started a few days back, and after the show's impressive critical and viewership performance in its first two seasons, there is more excitement than ever for Season 3, which will feature both returning cast members and newcomers to the team.

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Winona Ryder Joins the Cast: What It Means for Season 3

Netflix officially announced that production on 'Wednesday' Season 3 has begun near Dublin, Ireland. The most recent revelation that has sent fans in a frenzy is that Winona Ryder, the celebrated actress, will be joining the cast as a guest star, playing the enigmatic character Tabitha. Ryder, known for her iconic roles in films like 'Beetlejuice,' 'Edward Scissorhands,' and 'Girl, Interrupted,' as well as her celebrated performance in 'Stranger Things,' will bring her considerable talent to the Netflix series. 

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After working together on 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' (2024) and other classics, Ryder's reunion with 'Wednesday' star Jenna Ortega and director Tim Burton is a memorable one.

Chris Sarandon (Balthazar), Noah Taylor (Cyrus), Oscar Morgan (Atticus), Kennedy Moyer (Daisy), and French actress Eva Green (who will play Morticia Addams' long-lost sister, Ophelia) are among the other members of the extended group in addition to Ryder.

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Jenna Ortega as the titular Wednesday Addams, Catherine Zeta-Jones as Morticia, Luis Guzmán as Gomez, Emma Myers as Enid Sinclair, Hunter Doohan, Joy Sunday, Moosa Mostafa, Georgie Farmer, Joanna Lumley as Grandmama, and Fred Armisen as Uncle Fester are among the cherished series regulars that will return in Season 3.

What's Next for Nevermore Academy and When It Could Arrive?

By adding new professors, students, and long-buried truths that propel Wednesday into new mysteries, Season 3 will dig deeper into the macabre history of the Addams family and Nevermore Academy, as suggested by showrunners Alfred Gough and Miles Millar.

With Tim Burton expressing excitement about getting back together with past collaborators and bringing new talent to the Wednesday universe, the production's decision to film in Ireland indicates that it is embracing both gothic atmosphere and creativity.

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As of now, Netflix has not confirmed an official release date for Season 3, but based on production timelines and past patterns, many expect the new season to debut sometime in 2027. 'Wednesday' Season 3 appears ready to expand on the enormous success of its predecessors and keep viewers captivated on the next chapter of Wednesday Addams' creepy, amusing, and fascinating adventure, especially with Winona Ryder's casting adding another layer of suspense.

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