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India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
This Netflix series just became the most-watched English show ever with 341 million hours and an IMDb rating of 8
What happens when a deadpan teen with psychic powers walks into a haunted academy? Netflix history is made, and not quietly. While Stranger Things once reigned supreme, there's a new dark horse in town. The show that beat Stranger Things A spooky mystery, a sarcastic protagonist, and a whole lot of chaos, Netflix's Wednesday didn't just win hearts; it broke records. In its debut week, it was viewed for 341 million hours, surpassing the long-standing record of Stranger Things 4 (335 million hours). That translates to over 50 million households tuning in within seven days. Yes, you read that right. What's Wednesday all about? Premiered in 2022, Wednesday is a supernatural mystery-comedy series starring Jenna Ortega in the titular role. The show follows Wednesday Addams as she enrols at Nevermore Academy and unravels a chilling murder mystery, all while navigating teenage angst, psychic powers, and a lot of black eyeliner. The supporting cast includes Emma Myers, Gwendoline Christie, Christina Ricci, and others, each bringing their magic (and menace) to the screen. Who's behind the magic? The first season features direction by none other than Tim Burton, who helmed four out of the eight episodes. The eerie aesthetics and gothic visuals? Very Burton. He also served as an executive producer, shaping Wednesday's world with his signature surrealism. Awards, ratings, and all you need to know Within three weeks of release, Wednesday became Netflix's second most-watched English-language series of all time. The show bagged: 2 Golden Globe nominations 4 Primetime Emmy Awards Talking about its IMDb rating, it has a solid 8/10, backed by a cult-like fanbase. Wednesday Season 2 The much-anticipated second season of Wednesday is arriving in two parts: Part 1: August 6, 2025 Part 2: September 3, 2025 Fans are already speculating that it may crush its records — and considering the hype, they may be right. Where to watch it? Wednesday is available to stream on Netflix in multiple languages, including Hindi. Top 5 most-watched English shows on Netflix: Wednesday Adolescence Stranger Things Dahmer Bridgerton Most-watched other languages Netflix shows: Squid Game Squid Game S2 Squid Game S3 Money Heist Lupin
Extra.ie
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Netflix release trailer for Wednesday season 2
Netflix have released a new trailer for Wednesday season two. The show will follow Wednesday Addams, played by Jenna Ortega, as she navigates Nevermore Academy, 'where fresh foes and woes await,' according to Netflix. Part one of the season is set to release on August 6 and part two will release September 3. The season was filmed in Wicklow's Ashford Studios and became the largest production ever filmed in Ireland. Ireland 'was just an easy place to work,' said director and executive producer Tim Burton. 'We had the confidence going in now knowing that people like the show,' said creator and showrunner Miles Millar. 'We could explore more, and be more daring in terms of the storylines and the character arcs.' The upcoming season also promises to be filled with new characters and plot-lines. 'Bigger everything than Season 1. More villains, more family, more Pugsley, more Nevermore, more characters, more action, more storylines,' said Isaac Ordonez who plays Pugsley Addams, Wednesday's brother. 'It just feels like the shows been given new life, but Wednesday still remains very dead,' added Ortega. Watch the trailer below.
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
‘Wednesday' Season 2 Trailer: Jenna Ortega Tries to Save Her Roommate by Returning to Nevermore
What better way to start a Wednesday than with Wednesday Addams? Jenna Ortega is back as the title character for Season 2 of the viral 'Addams Family'-inspired Netflix series, 'Wednesday.' Ortega reunites with auteur Tim Burton for the latest installment, which promises a new slew of spooky mysteries…including how to save Wednesday's roommate Enid (Emma Myers). And Season 2 also welcomes A-list guest stars including Lady Gaga, Thandiwe Newton, Haley Joel Osment, Heather Matarazzo, Joanna Lumley, Frances O'Connor, and Joonas Suotamo. Steve Buscemi has joined the cast as a series regular, with Hunter Doohan, Joy Sunday, Georgie Farmer, Victor Dorobantu, Gwendoline Christie, Christina Ricci, and Catherine Zeta-Jones back as well. More from IndieWire Jason Momoa Unites a People in Apple's 'Chief of War' Trailer 'It's Always Sunny's' Version of the 'Abbott Elementary' Crossover Delivers an Exceptional Payoff 'Wednesday' is created by showrunners and EPs Alfred Gough and Miles Millar. Ortega recently told Harper's Bazaar that she is still in shock about how much of an instant hit the series was after debuting in 2022. 'I was so stunned that I didn't really process it. I still haven't,' she said. 'What's so strange about a character like Wednesday is that Wednesday is an outcast and an outsider — but she's also a pop-culture icon. So, in a strange way, I feel like I've become a pop actor — if that makes sense. And that's something I never saw for myself.' Ortega teased that Season 2 has 'more horror' genre elements than the first installment. 'It's really, really exciting because, all throughout the show, while Wednesday does need a little bit of an arc, she never really changes, and that's the wonderful thing about her,' Ortega told E! News. 'There's really, really good one-liners, and I think everything's bigger. It's a lot more action-packed. Each episode will probably feel a little bit more like a movie, which is nice.' Ortega previously told Variety's Actors on Actors that 'Wednesday' Season 2 will also emphasize more horror over any teen love triangle storylines. 'We've decided we want to lean into the horror aspect of the show a little bit more,' Ortega said at the time. 'Because it is so lighthearted, and a show like this with vampires and werewolves and superpowers, you don't want to take yourself too seriously. We're ditching any romantic love interest for Wednesday, which is really great. We're going to get bolder, more dark.' 'Wednesday' Season 2, Part 1 will premiere August 6, with Part 2 debuting September 3. Check out the trailer below. Best of IndieWire Guillermo del Toro's Favorite Movies: 56 Films the Director Wants You to See 'Song of the South': 14 Things to Know About Disney's Most Controversial Movie Nicolas Winding Refn's Favorite Films: 37 Movies the Director Wants You to See
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
What to know about 'Wednesday' Season 2: Jenna Ortega returns with Lady Gaga
Jenna Ortega is all set to return as Wednesday Addams for another year of kooky, macabre hijinks. The hype is building for Season 2 of Netflix's blockbuster "Wednesday" series with the release of the official trailer. Season 1, which debuted in November 2022, made the series the most popular English-language show of all time on the streamer. Now the eight-episode second season promises more deadpan humor, soulless glares and even a Lady Gaga cameo as Wednesday takes on another eerie supernatural mystery at Nevermore Academy. From the newest cast members to the two-part premiere, here's everything we know about "Wednesday" Season 2. The cast of "Wednesday" − including Ortega, 22 − officially announced Gaga's appearance in Season 2 of "Wednesday" at Netflix's Tudum 2025 event in June. Netflix's fan event also teased the first six minutes of the "Wednesday" Season 2 premiere, titled "Here We Woe Again." According to Netflix, Lady Gaga is set to portray Rosaline Rotwood, a legendary teacher at Nevermore Academy who crosses paths with Wednesday. The returning cast members of "Wednesday" Season 2 include: Jenna Ortega (Wednesday Addams) Catherine Zeta-Jones (Morticia Addams) Luis Guzmán (Gomez Addams) Isaac Ordonez (Pugsley Addams) Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo (Deputy Ritchie Santiago) Jamie McShane (Sheriff Donovan Galpin) Fred Armisen (Uncle Fester) These are the TV shows you don't want to miss this summer New faces and guest stars joining the Season 2 cast include: Lady Gaga Steve Buscemi Billie Piper Evie Templeton Christopher Lloyd Joanna Lumley Thandiwe Newton Haley Joel Osment Osment, a new face to the "Wednesday" cast, delivers a chilling performance as the Kansas City Scalper, a serial killer who has Wednesday Addams bound in his basement, surrounded by life-sized dolls. Season 2 of "Wednesday" will premiere on Netflix in two parts. Part 1 will debut Aug. 6 at 3 a.m. ET and Part 2 will premiere Sept. 3 at 3 a.m. ET. Contributing: Taijuan Moorman and Kelly Lawler This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: 'Wednesday' Season 2: Trailer, Lady Gaga cameo, premiere date
USA Today
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
What to know about 'Wednesday' Season 2: Jenna Ortega returns with Lady Gaga
Jenna Ortega is all set to return as Wednesday Addams for another year of kooky, macabre hijinks. The hype is building for Season 2 of Netflix's blockbuster "Wednesday" series with the release of the official trailer. Season 1, which debuted in November 2022, made the series the most popular English-language show of all time on the streamer. Now the eight-episode second season promises more deadpan humor, soulless glares and even a Lady Gaga cameo as Wednesday takes on another eerie supernatural mystery at Nevermore Academy. From the newest cast members to the two-part premiere, here's everything we know about "Wednesday" Season 2. 'Wednesday' Season 2 trailer Is Lady Gaga in 'Wednesday' Season 2? The cast of "Wednesday" − including Ortega, 22 − officially announced Gaga's appearance in Season 2 of "Wednesday" at Netflix's Tudum 2025 event in June. Netflix's fan event also teased the first six minutes of the "Wednesday" Season 2 premiere, titled "Here We Woe Again." According to Netflix, Lady Gaga is set to portray Rosaline Rotwood, a legendary teacher at Nevermore Academy who crosses paths with Wednesday. Cast of 'Wednesday' Season 2 The returning cast members of "Wednesday" Season 2 include: These are the TV shows you don't want to miss this summer New faces and guest stars joining the Season 2 cast include: Osment, a new face to the "Wednesday" cast, delivers a chilling performance as the Kansas City Scalper, a serial killer who has Wednesday Addams bound in his basement, surrounded by life-sized dolls. 'Wednesday' Season 2 premiere date Season 2 of "Wednesday" will premiere on Netflix in two parts. Part 1 will debut Aug. 6 at 3 a.m. ET and Part 2 will premiere Sept. 3 at 3 a.m. ET. Contributing: Taijuan Moorman and Kelly Lawler
