As Wednesday Season 2 continues to capture audiences on Netflix, actress Catherine Zeta-Jones has suggested a surprising addition to the cast. She believes Danny DeVito would be an ideal choice to portray Cousin Itt, a character beloved by fans. This idea comes amid the excitement following a notable guest turn by Lady Gaga in the current season.
Strong Ties Between Danny DeVito, Tim Burton, and the Wednesday Production
DeVito has collaborated extensively with executive producer Tim Burton on films including Batman Returns, Mars Attacks, Big Fish, Dumbo, and Beetlejuice. He also shares a personal connection with Zeta-Jones’ husband, Michael Douglas. These long-standing relationships add weight to Zeta-Jones’ suggestion for DeVito’s involvement in the series.
Friday Night Conversations and Reactions to the Proposal
Speaking to Variety at Netflix’s Wednesday FYC event in Los Angeles, Zeta-Jones expressed her surprise that DeVito has not yet been cast in the role. She said,
“I don’t know how Danny DeVito hasn’t been cast already,”
and added,
“Imagine Danny DeVito as Cousin Itt? That’d be so cool!”
She also joked about what DeVito might say in response:
“He’s gonna kill me for that. He’s like, ‘Yeah, they’re going to cast me and put hair all over my face. Thanks for suggesting that, Catherine.”
About Wednesday and Its Star-Studded Ensemble
The series, now streaming on Netflix, follows Wednesday Addams as she faces new challenges, mysteries, and strange adventures. Jenna Ortega leads the cast, joined by Zeta-Jones, Luis Guzman, Steve Buscemi, Billie Piper, and others including Victor Dorobantu, Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo, Moosa Mostafa, and Gwendoline Christie. The show’s unique mix of dark humor and supernatural elements has won a devoted following.
The Future of the Series and Industry Anticipation
With a third season already in development by creators Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, the show promises to expand its captivating storyline. Zeta-Jones’ suggestion to cast Danny DeVito as Cousin Itt adds another layer of anticipation and excitement around upcoming episodes. Fans and industry insiders alike will watch closely to see if this creative idea comes to life.
#CatherineZetaJones says she’d love to see #DannyDeVito play Cousin It on #Wednesday:
“I have to say, I don’t know how Danny DeVito hasn’t been cast already,” she told Variety Sunday at #Netflix’s “Wednesday” FYC red carpet in LA. “Imagine Danny DeVito as Cousin It? That’d be… pic.twitter.com/lZvD1OVmmw
— Variety (@Variety) November 10, 2025
