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Forbes
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
American Girl Goes Goth With ‘Wednesday' Limited Edition Doll
The Wednesday Addams by American Girl Collector Doll. American Girl is celebrating Netflix's Wednesday series starring Jenna Ortega with a limited edition Wednesday Addams doll. American Girl dollmaker Mattel has partnered with Amazon MGM Studios for the production of a doll, based on Ortega's Wednesday character on the blockbuster Netflix series. MGM Television produces Wednesday, which will soon return with Season 2, Part 1 on Netflix on Aug. 6. According to Mattel, the limited edition 18-inch collector doll of Wednesday will be available for pre-order on Wednesday (appropriately), July 23, on the American Girl website for $295. Only 6,000 Wednesday dolls will be available globally. Shipping will begin immediately. The American Girl Wednesday doll commemorates a scene from the opening scene in Wednesday Season 1 in 2022, as the doll's accessories include two faux plastic bags filled with "piranhas." Also accompanying the American Girl Wednesday doll is Wednesday's disembodied hand companion, Thing. The Wednesday Addams by American Girl Collector Doll. The Arrival Of American Girl 'Wednesday' Doll Is Timed With 'Wednesday' Season 2 Starring Jenna Ortega in the title role, all eight episodes of Wednesday, Season 1 debuted on Netflix on Nov. 23, 2022. The series is created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar and executive produced by iconic filmmaker Tim Burton, who directed four of the eight episodes. The official description of the Wednesday Addams by American Girl Collector Doll from Mattel reads, 'She's curious, fiercely intelligent, and unapologetically herself, even if that self is a little allergic to color. 'Dressed in a luxe black velvet dress with white embroidered details, long black braids, and matching black fingernails and toenails, this collector doll is a striking tribute to a character who's captured the hearts of a new generation. Her faux obsidian 'W/M' necklace (a gift from her mysterious mother, Morticia), black kitten-heel Mary Janes, and moody attitude complete the look.' Wednesday Season 2, Part 1 begins with the release of four episodes on Wednesday, Aug. 6, with the remaining four episodes debuting on Wednesday, Sept. 3. Gough and Millar return as the series' creators and showrunners, while Burton returns as the series' executive producer and main director. The official synopsis of Wednesday Season 2 on Netflix reads, 'Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega) returns to prowl the Gothic halls of Nevermore Academy, where fresh foes and woes await. "This season, Wednesday must navigate family, friends and old adversaries, propelling her into another year of delightfully dark and kooky mayhem. Armed with her signature razor-sharp wit and deadpan charm, Wednesday is also plunged into a new bone-chilling supernatural mystery.' Wednesday Season 1 is No. 1 most-watched series of all-time globally on Netflix with 252.1 million views, which equates to 1.718 billion viewing hours.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'It's scary at moments': Creators say 'Wednesday' season 2 will bring real stakes and fear
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. If you thought 'Wednesday' was creepy and kooky before, season 2 is about to crank the horror up several notches. According to the show's creators, Miles Millar and Alfred Gough, the new season won't just flirt with spooky but dive headfirst into intense territory. When speaking with Entertainment Weekly, Millar said: 'There's some moments which are definitely horror movie-worthy. We have that in season 1, but I think this season there are moments that are very intense, I'll say.' He added: 'Season 2 definitely has some moments which are more straightforward horror, and we're very aware that the show is watched by everybody in terms of the age groups. 'We want to make sure that it's never torture porn, but that there's enough bite to it that it feels that there are real stakes and that people die in this world, and it's scary at moments. And I think that's the great tonal shift that the show makes between comedy and horror.' After getting an early glimpse of 'Wednesday' season 2 through the official trailer (which included the first six minutes of the premiere) fans were recently treated to even more footage thanks to a brand-new trailer from the streaming service. In a chilling moment, Wednesday (Jenna Ortega) has a premonition that her friend Enid (Emma Myers) is going to die, and that she'll be the one responsible. The creators also teased a shift toward a more 'complex mystery' in season 2, and it looks like Wednesday's unsettling premonition might be at the heart of it. Gough said: 'I also just feel like the world is bigger and you get to really explore other characters.' I'm genuinely glad this season is taking a darker turn as it just feels right for Wednesday. The blend of gothic horror and biting humor is what makes the Addams universe so iconic, and leaning further into the intense, eerie side of things only makes the world feel richer and more true to its roots. Ortega even said herself (h/t Vanity Fair): 'I think the feel that we're going for is a little bit more horror-inspired. Not to say that suddenly we're the goriest show of all time. I mean, there's six-year-olds watching. [For example], we're doing this thing now where Wednesday just kind of appears. She is a little bit of a jump scare herself.' "Wednesday" season 2 will be released on Netflix in two parts: Part 1 on August 6, and part 2 on September 3. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button. More from Tom's Guide 7 new Netflix shows and movies I'd stream this week Netflix's new political thriller series looks more intense than I expected Netflix just got Prime Video's most overlooked crime drama
Tom's Guide
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
'It's scary at moments': Creators say 'Wednesday' season 2 will bring real stakes and fear
If you thought 'Wednesday' was creepy and kooky before, season 2 is about to crank the horror up several notches. According to the show's creators, Miles Millar and Alfred Gough, the new season won't just flirt with spooky but dive headfirst into intense territory. When speaking with Entertainment Weekly, Millar said: 'There's some moments which are definitely horror movie-worthy. We have that in season 1, but I think this season there are moments that are very intense, I'll say.' He added: 'Season 2 definitely has some moments which are more straightforward horror, and we're very aware that the show is watched by everybody in terms of the age groups. 'We want to make sure that it's never torture porn, but that there's enough bite to it that it feels that there are real stakes and that people die in this world, and it's scary at moments. And I think that's the great tonal shift that the show makes between comedy and horror.' After getting an early glimpse of 'Wednesday' season 2 through the official trailer (which included the first six minutes of the premiere) fans were recently treated to even more footage thanks to a brand-new trailer from the streaming service. In a chilling moment, Wednesday (Jenna Ortega) has a premonition that her friend Enid (Emma Myers) is going to die, and that she'll be the one responsible. The creators also teased a shift toward a more 'complex mystery' in season 2, and it looks like Wednesday's unsettling premonition might be at the heart of it. Gough said: 'I also just feel like the world is bigger and you get to really explore other characters.' Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. I'm genuinely glad this season is taking a darker turn as it just feels right for Wednesday. The blend of gothic horror and biting humor is what makes the Addams universe so iconic, and leaning further into the intense, eerie side of things only makes the world feel richer and more true to its roots. Ortega even said herself (h/t Vanity Fair): 'I think the feel that we're going for is a little bit more horror-inspired. Not to say that suddenly we're the goriest show of all time. I mean, there's six-year-olds watching. [For example], we're doing this thing now where Wednesday just kind of appears. She is a little bit of a jump scare herself.' "Wednesday" season 2 will be released on Netflix in two parts: Part 1 on August 6, and part 2 on September 3. Follow Tom's Guide on Google News to get our up-to-date news, how-tos, and reviews in your feeds. Make sure to click the Follow button.
Yahoo
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New Season of ‘Wednesday' Is Even Darker Than Before
With a name like 'Nevermore,' it's no wonder Wednesday Addams can never get a moment of peace at school. Netflix just unveiled a new trailer for the second season of Wednesday, the dark comedy series inspired by The Addams Family. Last season, Wednesday (Jenna Ortega) enrolled in Nevermore after a violent incident at her former school. There, she quickly becomes involved in investigating a series of murders committed by a monster who roams the woods surrounding the academy, only to uncover a nefarious plot connected to her family's dark past. This time, Wednesday returns to the academy as a celebrated hero (much to her annoyance). At first, the semester kicks off relatively calmly. But when Wednesday's psychic abilities start showing her dreams of her roommate, Enid Sinclair's (Emma Meyers) death—and it seems to be all her fault—Wednesday must face new and old foes alike to stop the tragedy before it's too late. 'Secrets are the bedrock of the Addams family,' Wednesday says in the trailer, as the dramatic main theme from the Phantom of the Opera musical plays over her narration. 'The sooner I get answers, the sooner I can save Enid… Or die trying.' Created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, known for their work on Smallville and Tim Burton's Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the show sees the return of Luis Guzmán, Emma Myers, Joy Sunday, Fred Armisen, and Hunter Doohan. There will also be new season regulars, including Anthony Michael Hall, Billie Piper, and Steve Buscemi. After nearly a three-year break, fans of the show couldn't be more thrilled for season two to finally premiere. And from the looks of the trailer, there is a lot to get excited about. Wednesday and Enid seem awfully 'close.' As one viewer pointed out, 'Wednesday's no longer fighting weirdo allegations but gay girl kisser wlw lesbian allegations.' Then, there is the whole, 'I will die trying to save you' thing. ''Enid dies and it's all my fault.' THE PAINN IN HER EYES OH WEDNESDAY,' an X user commented. Others are looking forward to the return of the older Addams family members, like the queen herself, Morticia Addams (Zeta-Jones). Part one will hit the streaming platform on Aug. 6, with part two arriving on Sep. 3, giving everyone the perfect 'spooky' start to the autumn season.
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Everything to Know About Wednesday's Season 2 on Netflix: From Story Lines to Returning Cast Members
Netflix's Wednesday introduced viewers to a new version of Wednesday Addams — and her story is only getting started. The series, which premiered in November 2022, explores the iconic character (Jenna Ortega) as she attempts to master her psychic powers at Nevermore Academy while dealing with a killing spree at the hands of a mysterious monster. The series also starred Christina Ricci, who famously rose to stardom playing Wednesday in the '90s films The Addams Family and Addams Family Values. Her character, Marilyn Thornhill, was revealed to be one of the season's villains, Laurel Gates, who sought revenge against Nevermore Academy for her family's failed attempts to take down outcasts Following season 1's premiere, creators Miles Millar and Alfred Gough opened up about how they mapped out the rest of the series. "For us, it's always looking at the future, and when we sit down to create a show, it's looking at multiple seasons, ideally," they explained to Variety. The pair also addressed the overwhelming support from new and old fans, saying, "That's never expected, but that's the anticipation that hopefully the show is successful. So you always lay out at least three or four seasons' worth of potential storylines for the characters. It can evolve and change. We certainly have a pretty clear runway of what we want to do in future seasons." Scroll down for everything we know about Wednesday's second season:
