Jenna Ortega is eager to showcase the familiar charm of the Addams Family fans cherish in the upcoming third season of Wednesday. Although Netflix just released the second season, the show has already been renewed for Season 3, setting the stage for more adventures centered on Ortega’s character.
Ortega’s Vision for a More Harmonious Addams Family
During an interview with co-star Emma Myers for Netflix’s Tudum, Jenna Ortega shared insight into what she hopes to see in the new season without revealing specific plot details. She expressed a desire for the family to experience less internal conflict and more cohesion.
I would like to see the Addams family dealing with a bit less conflict,
Ortega said.
They’re a happy family. In Season 1, we saw a lot of Wednesday versus Morticia. And then in Season 2, Morticia versus Hester. I would love for them to just be the happy, disgusting, off-putting family that we know and love for a bit.
—Jenna Ortega, Actress
Legacy and Ongoing Popularity of the Addams Family
The Addams Family first appeared in 1938 and has remained a beloved part of popular culture through comics, animated and live-action films, books, and television shows. While many adaptations have explored different aspects of the family, Ortega’s wish to emphasize their quirky but affectionate nature suggests a return to what has made the characters enduring favorites.
Wednesday’s Ensemble Cast and Series Progress
Netflix announced the renewal for a third season in July, shortly before the release of Wednesday’s Season 2. The show, which debuted in 2022, follows Wednesday Addams as she navigates life at a new school. Along with Ortega and Myers, the cast features notable actors including Gwendoline Christie, Steve Buscemi, Christina Ricci, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Billie Piper, Luis Guzmán, Jamie McShane, Hunter Doohan, Percy Hynes White, Naomi J. Ogawa, Riki Lindhome, Georgie Farmer, and Joy.
Anticipation Builds as Season 2 Continues and Season 3 Awaits
With the second part of Season 2 scheduled to premiere on September 2, the full story arc remains unfolding, making it difficult to predict how it will influence Season 3. Nonetheless, fans can look forward to a potentially lighter and more united Addams Family in the future seasons. Both Season 1 and the first part of Season 2 are currently available for streaming on Netflix.
