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Economic Times
44 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Netflix Wednesday Season 3: Here's major filming update for upcoming season
Synopsis Netflix Wednesday Season 3 will begin filming in Q2 2026, delaying its release. Meanwhile, Gwendoline Christie's return as Larissa Weems in season 2 has been confirmed during the Doom Tour in Australia, ending months of fan speculation. Her comeback is expected to occur through Wednesday's psychic visions. Getty Images Netflix Wednesday Season 3 will not begin filming in 2025. Tim Burton, Gwendoline Christie, Jenna Ortega, Emma Myers, Alfred Gough and Miles Millar attend the "Wednesday" S2, Part 2 'Outcast Assembly' on Cockatoo Island on August 14, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo byfor Netflix) Netflix Wednesday Season 3 will not begin filming in 2025 as planned, Netflix has confirmed. The new production start date is set for the second quarter of 2026. This update comes alongside the announcement that Gwendoline Christie will reprise her role as Larissa Weems in the upcoming second season, revealed during the series' promotional Doom Tour in filming for Wednesday season 3 was expected to begin in Fall 2025. However, a new update indicates that Netflix has postponed production to Q2 2026. This change means fans will face a longer wait before the release of the next chapter in Wednesday's story. The cast and crew of Wednesday have been promoting season 2 through the Doom Tour, visiting countries in Europe such as Romania, Italy, Poland, and the UK. Recently, the tour completed its Asian schedule in South Korea before moving to Australia for its August 14–16 the Australian leg of the Doom Tour, streamed live on TikTok to tens of thousands of viewers worldwide, it was revealed that Gwendoline Christie would return as Principal Larissa Weems in season 2. This confirmation ends months of speculation among had suspected Christie's involvement in season 2 for some time. Social media users noted that her Instagram location matched that of other cast and crew members in Ireland during filming. While Ireland is a common filming site, this coincidence led to strong speculation, now proven correct. Weems appeared to die at the end of season 1 after being poisoned by Marilyn Thornhill. However, the season 2 part 2 preview suggests that her spirit could return through Wednesday's psychic visions. Wednesday, injured and in a coma after an attack by Tyler Galpin's Hyde, may encounter Weems in the remains unclear if Weems will physically return to the real world or only appear in visions. If she does return, potential conflicts could arise with Principal Barry Dort, played by Steve Buscemi, whose approach to running Nevermore contrasts with Weems' methods. When will Wednesday season 3 start filming? Wednesday season 3 will now begin filming in the second quarter of 2026, delaying its release from earlier expectations of a Fall 2025 production start. How will Larissa Weems return in Wednesday season 2? Larissa Weems is expected to appear through Wednesday's psychic visions while she is in a coma, though a full physical return to the story has not been confirmed.
Tom's Guide
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Tom's Guide
A new 'Wednesday' season 2 part 2 trailer just dropped — and someone is back from the dead
Rejoice, "Wednesday" fans! More Nevermore soon awaits! After unveiling its first four episodes earlier this month, on Aug. 6, the final four episodes will wrap up the darker and more twisted "Wednesday" season 2 on Sept. 3. Today, Netflix gave fans of the Addams Family spinoff a first look at how those last chapters will wrap up this season's mystery — and also explain if (spoiler alert!) Jenna Ortega's Wednesday is still alive after that brutal confrontation with Tyler Galpin (Hunter Doohan) in the part 1 finale — with a fresh new part 2 trailer. This new trailer sees a recuperating Wednesday Addams waking up in the hospital post-attack, only to find that her bedside nurse is none other than Larissa Weems (Gwendoline Christie), the shapeshifting former principal of Nevermore Academy, who dramatically announced her return during an "Outcast Assembly" fan event in Sydney today. So is Weems truly back from the dead? After all, viewers might remember that her character was poisoned by Christina Ricci's Marilyn Thornhill in the season 1 finale. Not quite — rather, she's back to act as Wednesday's spirit guide, aiding the titular teen detective as she navigates another round of Big Bads (Tyler is still on the loose and he's after her and BFF Enid), familial drama ("Every family has dark chapters, Wednesday," assures Morticia) and more supernatural chaos. "If you don't hurry, you'll have nothing left to save," Weems can be heard warning Wednesday in the clip. But Christie's return isn't the only major casting news teased in the new two-minute video. At the end of an action-packed series of racing motorcycles, magical explosions and monstrous encounters, a character can be heard via voiceover. 'Beware," the mysterious voice warns. "There will be a price to pay.' That voice sounds like none other than Lady Gaga, who we already know has been announced by the streaming service to appear in the horror-mystery show's sophomore season. We also know that the Grammy winner will be playing Rosaline Rotwood, "a legendary Nevermore teacher who crosses paths with Wednesday." Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. Mother Monster memorably revealed her involvement in the Netflix hit during the big Tudum event this past May, which saw the singer perform a medley of her tracks "Zombieboy," "Bloody Mary" and "Abracadabra," mixed with the iconic Addams Family theme. We'll have to wait to see exactly how Lady Gaga's character interacts with the inhabitants of Nevermore Academy and the larger Addams Family universe when "Wednesday" season 2 part 2 debuts on Netflix on September 3. Tom's Guide will keep you posted on all things related to the final batch of season 2 episodes, including character details, new teaser clips, plot points and more.
New York Post
a day ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Wednesday stars attend Australian event as major announcement for hit Netflix series revealed
Warning: Contains spoilers from Wednesday Season 2, Part 2 The stars of Netflix's hit series Wednesday descended on Sydney's Cockatoo Island on Thursday afternoon – and the overcast Sydney weather was a perfect backdrop for the event. Advertisement Clad in her character's signature dark attire, titular star Jenna Ortega put on a haunting appearance alongside Emma Myers, who plays her cheerful best friend Enid Sinclair, as they attended an 'Outcast Assembly' on the famed island to promote Season 2 of the gothic series. Joining them at the event was the master of the macabre himself, Tim Burton, who is the director and executive producer of the show. 'I love the character,' the Oscar nominee told the crowd about the iconic Wednesday Addams. 'I agree with everything she says, everything she feels about family, school, psychiatry, and society, so that's why we're here in this beautiful place. It's something I really identify with.' 6 Emma Myers (left) and Jenna Ortega attend the 'Wednesday' S2, Part 2 'Outcast Assembly' on Cockatoo Island on August 14, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. Getty Images for Netflix Advertisement The trio is in Sydney for the final stop on the global Doom Tour, and is also joined by series creator/showrunners Alfred Gough and Miles Millar. The group has visited England, Poland, Italy, France, Romania, the US, Canada, and South Korea. But they left a major announcement for their last and final stop in Sydney. In dramatic scenes, actress Gwendoline Christie emerged from behind a giant moon suspended from the warehouse ceiling to reveal in a world-exclusive announcement that her character, Nevermore Academy headmistress Larissa Weems, will be brought back from the dead in Season 2. 6 In dramatic scenes, actress Gwendoline Christie emerged from behind a giant moon suspended from the warehouse ceiling to reveal that her character, Larissa Weems, will be brought back in Season 2. Getty Images for Netflix Advertisement 'Did you really think Nevermore would let me go so easily?' her voice echoed in the warehouse. 'I was never gone. You just stopped looking.' Fans would know that Weems, a shapeshifter, was the former roommate of Wednesday's mom, Morticia Addams (Catherine Zeta-Jones), when they were at school and would later become the principal of Nevermore Academy, where Wednesday and Enid attend. 6 'Did you really think Nevermore would let me go so easily?' her voice echoed in the warehouse. 'I was never gone. You just stopped looking.' Getty Images for Netflix Advertisement Weems was a major character on Season 1, and many fans were left shocked when she was tragically poisoned with a laced syringe by the deranged Laurel Gates, aka Marilyn Thornhill, aka Christina Ricci. 'This season we'll see a difference of Larissa Weems' suffering,' Christie later told the crowd, which was filled with superfans dressed in the purple Nevermore uniforms. 'It's such an honor,' Ortega said from the stage when asked about being back in black as Wednesday. 'Oftentimes, you don't get to revisit your character, so to be able to do it with someone like Wednesday. I feel very, very lucky.' 6 'It's such an honor,' Ortega said from the stage when asked about being back in black as Wednesday. Getty Images for Netflix 6 Emma Myers, Jenna Ortega, Gwendoline Christie, Tim Burton, Miles Millar, and Alfred Gough attend the 'Wednesday' S2, Part 2 'Outcast Assembly' on Cockatoo Island on August 14, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. Getty Images for Netflix Burton, Ortega and Myers will again take centre stage on Saturday at Cockatoo Island when the harbour attraction is transformed into Wednesday Island – a makeshift purple playground where fans lucky enough to secure tickets can walk through a gauntlet of haunting experiences, such The Raven's Passage and The Dead Lounge, while also taking a peek at The Doll House and Wednesday and Enid's Room. Season 2 sees Wednesday return to Nevermore Academy with her razor-sharp remarks and deadpan demeanour. Armed with her sharp detective skills, she soon finds herself obsessing over a new supernatural mystery that sees her get up to all sorts of kooky mayhem. Advertisement Despite almost a three-year break between Seasons 1 and 2, Netflix numbers show that there was a zero percent drop in viewership when Season 2: Part 1 premiered on August 6. 6 'This season we'll see a different of Larissa Weems' suffering,' Christie (second from left) later told the crowd, which was filled with superfans dressed in the purple Nevermore uniforms. Getty Images for Netflix According to Forbes, Wednesday got 50 million views in its first five days of streaming, which puts it on par with the Season 1 debut in November 2022. It's worth noting that Season 1 premiered with all eight episodes in one drop, whereas Season 2 premiered with only the first four episodes, with Part 2 premiering on Netflix on September 3. Therefore, expect another viewership spike next month. Advertisement Wednesday Season 2: Part 1 is now streaming only on Netflix. Wednesday Season 2: Part 2 will be available on September 3
Daily Record
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Record
Netflix drops Wednesday season 2 trailer as Lady Gaga's absence puzzles fans
Netflix has released the full trailer for Wednesday season two, part two, which will see the return of Gwendoline Christie's Principal Larissa Weems. Netflix has just released the trailer for Wednesday season two, part two, offering a glimpse of the remaining episodes from the latest series. It comes after viewers were baffled by the fact there were only four episodes when it was first shown. The programme arrived earlier this month with Wednesday Addams (portrayed by Jenna Ortega) tackling a new mystery centred around the Willow Hill Asylum, deceased Outcasts, and killer crows. The preview reveals the return of Principal Larissa Weems (Gwendoline Christie) following Wednesday's awakening from her unconscious condition, as reported by the Mirror. In the clip, Weems smiles and declares: "Rise and shine sleepy head," whilst Wednesday attempts to work out why she's witnessing the former Nevermore headmistress, who died at the hands of Marilyn Thornhill/Laurel Gates (Christina Ricci), in the first season. Weems continues to clarify: "This isn't hell, but I understand the confusion", before stating: "Because I am your new spirit guide, surprise." Weems will now be mentoring Wednesday following the teenager's loss of her psychic powers along with Goody's book, which could have helped her in recovering them. Unfortunately for Wednesday, no one else can see Weems apart from her. Alongside Weems in the new expanded role Tyler Galpin (Hunter Doohan) remains at large and intends to eliminate both Enid Sinclair (Emma Myers) and Wednesday. Tyler adopts a hooded disguise as he operates covertly and seems to be present at Nevermore. Nevertheless, a determined Wednesday promises Enid that she will sort out the Tyler situation. But her friend tells her: "Fix it? You're the reason he escaped." There's also a glimpse of the fundraising gala at Nevermore that Principal Dort (Steve Buscemi) has organised to bring in money for the school, plus a Tango between Morticia (Catherine Zeta-Jones) and Gomez (Luis Guzmán). Wednesday later connects with Grandmama (Joanna Lumley) as they enjoy clay pigeon shooting, before Morticia joins the pair for a mystical crystal ball session. Morticia and Wednesday have a row as the teenage detective insists on learning the family's major secret, presumably questioning both her mum and grandmother about Aunt Ophelia, who's been absent for two decades. The preview concludes on a menacing note as a voiceover cautions: "There will be a price to pay." A headstone hints Wednesday could also meet her end if she's not careful. Christie hinted at her comeback before the trailer's release when she appeared at the Outcast Assembly event as part of the programme's Global Doom Tour. The Game of Thrones star stepped onto the platform as a recording of her voice was played. Fans heard the recording of Weems declaring: "Did you really think Nevermore would let me go so easily? I was never gone, you just stopped looking." The second instalment will also showcase an appearance from Lady Gaga, but the international pop sensation and performer hasn't featured in the trailer. Netflix has previously confirmed that Lady Gaga will portray the legendary Nevermore teacher, Rosaline Rotwood, who is set to cross paths with Wednesday. Although she was absent in the dream series, it's anticipated that she will make a grand entrance.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Wednesday season 2 part 2 trailer lands with huge star and it's not Lady Gaga
Fans will be left stunned at the surprise cast addition Netflix has just dropped the trailer for Wednesday season two, part two, teasing the remaining episodes from the recent run after fans were left confused over only getting four episodes and furiously speculating about the rest of the run. The show landed earlier this month with Wednesday Addams (played by Jenna Ortega) taking on a fresh mystery involving the Willow Hill Asylum, dead Outcasts, and murderous crows. The teaser sees the return of Principal Larissa Weems (Gwendoline Christie) after Wednesday wakes up from her comatose state. Weems grins and says: 'Rise and shine sleepy head,' as Wednesday tries to figure out why she is seeing former Nevermore's headteacher, who was killed off by Marilyn Thornhill/Laurel Gates (Christina Ricci) in season one. Weems goes on to explain: 'This isn't hell, but I understand the confusion', before adding: 'Because I am your new spirit guide, surprise.' READ MORE: Wednesday season 2 explains what happened to Christina Ricci's Laurel Gates after brutal bee attack Weems will now be guiding Wednesday after the teen lost her psychic abilities as well as Goody's book which would have helped her to regain them. Unfortunately, for Wednesday, only no one else can see Weems apart from her. Along with Weems in this new expanded role, Tyler Galpin (Hunter Doohan) is still out on the loose and plans to kill both Enid Sinclair (Emma Myers) and Wednesday. Tyler dons a hooded cloak as he goes undercover and appears to be at Nevermore. Nonetheless, a defiant Wednesday vows to Enid that she will fix the Tyler situation. But her friend tells her: 'Fix it? You're the reason he escaped.' There's also a sneak peek at the gala at Nevermore that Principal Dort (Steve Buscemi) has thrown to raise funds for the school, as well as a Tango between Morticia (Catherine Zeta-Jones) and Gomez (Luis Guzmán). Wednesday later bonds with Grandmama (Joanna Lumley) as they go clay pigeon shooting, before Morticia joins the duo for a supernatural crystal ball reading. Morticia and Wednesday clash as the teen sleuth demands to know the family's big secret, presumably asking both her mother and grandmother about Aunt Ophelia, who's been missing for 20 years. The trailer ends on an ominous note as a voiceover warns: 'There will be a price to pay.' A gravestone suggests Wednesday could also be killed off if she's not careful. Christie teased her return prior to the trailer's drop when she turned up at the Outcast Assembly event as part of the show's Global Doom Tour. The Game of Thrones and Severance actress walked onto the stage as a recording of her voice played. Fans heard the recording of Weems saying: 'Did you really think Nevermore would let me go so easily? I was never gone, you just stopped looking.' The second part will also feature an appearance from Lady Gaga, but it looks like the global pop star and actress hasn't appeared in the trailer. Netflix previously confirmed Lady Gaga will play legendary Nevermore teacher Rosaline Rotwood, who will cross paths with Wednesday. Despite being a no-show in the dream series, it's likely she will be making a grand entrance.
