Jenna Ortega has offered new insight into the future of Tim Burton’s gothic series, stirring excitement about “Wednesday” season 3 and sharing her desires for a narrative filled with more intensity, character interplay, and her trademark dark humor. Speaking recently in Los Angeles, Ortega delved into her ideas for both the evolving mother-daughter dynamic with Morticia and just how far Wednesday Addams might go in the next chapter, fueling anticipation and speculation among cast members and fans alike interested in the Jenna Ortega Wednesday season 3 storyline.
Jenna Ortega Wants Stronger Female Alliances in the Next Season
With season 2 now complete and season 3 officially in the pipeline, Jenna Ortega returns as the iconic Wednesday Addams amid much discussion about the future direction of the Addams family on Netflix. Catherine Zeta-Jones is also set to reprise her role as Morticia Addams, and Ortega has underscored the importance of their onscreen relationship moving forward.
The actress opened up about wanting to see a new side to the dynamic between Wednesday and her mother, explaining her preference for more unity and a break from their usual disagreements.
“I would like them [Morticia and Wednesday] to stop arguing and team up. We’d just been talking about women banding together, and you see that a bit in the final episode, or episodes. I think we should lean into that. It’s really exciting and refreshing to see women displayed that way.”
— Jenna Ortega, Actress
This suggestion hints at a shift from the contentious mother-daughter spats to a stronger alliance, reinforcing themes of female empowerment, which Ortega finds both energizing and overdue for the characters.
A Grittier, More Dangerous Wednesday Addams
Jenna Ortega, whose stardom continues to climb with every role, isn’t just seeking deeper relationships — she also wants to see Wednesday’s dark instincts come to the forefront. The actress emphasized her hope that the new episodes will allow viewers to witness the character grappling with her own murky impulses, while maintaining the irreverence that defines her.
“I think it’s important to see Wednesday deal with the darker side of herself a little bit, too – but also never taking things too seriously. And I would like to see more death attempts between her and Pugsley. She doesn’t try to kill him enough! I want to see stuff like that.”
— Jenna Ortega, Actress
This playful, yet macabre outlook signals a desire to honor the series’ roots in black comedy, balancing dramatic stakes with the signature Addams family wit. Pugsley’s increasingly perilous adventures alongside his older sister could surprise even longtime fans.
Catherine Zeta-Jones Discusses Family Stories and New Characters
Catherine Zeta-Jones, who delivers a memorable performance as Morticia, has voiced her agreement with Ortega’s call for more episodes showcasing the strength and complexity of female relationships. She pointed to the introduction of Joanna Lumley as Morticia’s own mother as a promising avenue for deeper storytelling.
“Now that we’ve introduced the wonderful Joanna Lumley as my mother, I’d like to tell more about that story,”
— Catherine Zeta-Jones, Actress
Zeta-Jones also recognizes the season 2 cliffhanger’s potential, emphasizing how past family traumas and dynamics have shaped Morticia’s approach to raising Wednesday.
“We left it on a bit of a cliffhanger, but what was it that got to that situation? And how, as a mother, I don’t want that to happen in this relationship [with Wednesday].”
— Catherine Zeta-Jones, Actress
She further reflected on the ways mother-daughter relationships evolve and the potential growth for Morticia and Wednesday’s bond:
“You know, teenagers and mothers do actually go over to the other side of this contentious relationship that a lot of women and mothers and daughters relate to in the show. I’d like to see the maturity of this mother/daughter relationship a little bit more and some kind of amends to what this relationship with my mother is about – or where it really festered, for want of a better word.”
— Catherine Zeta-Jones, Actress
The Enthusiasm Behind the Scenes
Catherine Zeta-Jones highlighted the excitement she felt joining the cast after a memorable invitation from Tim Burton, the visionary behind the series.
“When I first heard about Wednesday, when Tim [Burton] called up and said, ‘Do you want to play Morticia Addams?’ I said, ‘Yeah, when do I get on the plane?’”
— Catherine Zeta-Jones, Actress
She continues to be grateful for the collaborative process on set, a sentiment echoed among the cast and writers, many of whom are eager to further explore the universe established over the past two seasons.
“For me, it’s the collaboration, it’s the artistry and working with Jenna and all the fantastic cast – and then Tim, of course, and our writers. It’s like you’re part of a phenomenon, and I never take that for granted, because these moments don’t happen all the time. I’m really happy to be part of this gang.”
— Catherine Zeta-Jones, Actress
Production Details and What Lies Ahead for Wednesday
Shooting for Wednesday season 3 is projected to commence in Ireland in the near future, though no official start date has been confirmed. Current reports indicate a likely release year of 2027, so viewers may need patience before the next installment lands. The global appetite for the show remains strong, with the first two seasons available for streaming on Netflix, keeping audiences invested in the ongoing stories of Wednesday, Morticia, Pugsley, and the rest of the cast.
As anticipation builds, the creative team — including creators like Tim Burton and a broad cast — aims to continue raising the stakes, blending gothic mystery with themes of empowerment and dark humor central to the Jenna Ortega Wednesday season 3 journey. Updates on casting, release schedules, and plot details are expected in the coming months as the Addams family legacy marches on.
