Jenna Ortega is officially returning to screens with the release of the trailer for Wednesday season 2 on Netflix. Fans have been eagerly waiting for the next installment, and the newly released preview hints at a darker and more emotional storyline ahead. One of the most striking elements in the trailer is the apparent death of a major character, adding to the suspense and raising the stakes significantly.
The series was renewed back in 2023, following the end of season 1 where the antagonist Laurel Gates was defeated. However, the conclusion of the first season left several plot threads unresolved, sparking curiosity and hope among viewers that the new season would provide clarity. Season 2 appears poised to dive deeper into those unanswered questions while introducing new challenges for the characters to face.
As part of the promotional campaign for the upcoming season, the creators of the show have announced a global initiative called the Doom Tour. This tour will see the cast and crew traveling not only across the United States but also to countries like England, Poland, Italy, France, Romania, Canada, South Korea, and Australia. The goal of the tour is to build excitement and connect with international fans ahead of the season’s premiere.
The trailer opens with the Addams family returning Wednesday to Nevermore Academy, signaling the beginning of another academic year. When asked how she feels about going back, Wednesday responds with a cold remark that it feels like returning to the scene of a crime, hinting at the unresolved trauma and danger that still lingers. She goes on to add that she already knows where the bodies are buried, setting a grim and mysterious tone for what’s to come.
One of the most emotionally charged moments in the trailer is when Wednesday is shown crying black tears. Her mother sees the tears and instantly understands their meaning. When asked what she saw, Wednesday reveals that Enid dies and blames herself entirely for the tragedy. The trailer then cuts to a scene where Wednesday is seen standing in a graveyard beside a tombstone that reads, “In memory of Enid Sinclair.” In a shocking twist, a bloodied version of Enid appears and attacks Wednesday, screaming that she died because of her. This intense moment is followed by a series of horror-laced clips and a voiceover that says secrets are at the foundation of the Addams family, and the only way to save Enid is for Wednesday to uncover the truth, even if it means risking her own life.
The returning cast includes familiar faces such as Emma Myers, Joy Sunday, Moosa Mostafa, Georgie Farmer, Hunter Doohan, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Luis Guzman, and Isaac Ordonez, all reprising their roles. Season 2 will also introduce new characters played by Steve Buscemi, Billie Piper, Evie Templeton, Owen Painter, and Noah B. Taylor. Additionally, it has been reported that Lady Gaga will make a cameo appearance, adding even more excitement to the already star-studded lineup.
The upcoming season will be released in two separate parts. The first part will drop on August 6, followed by the second part on September 3, giving fans a chance to fully digest and speculate between the two releases. The new season promises not only more of Wednesday’s signature darkness and wit but also deeper emotional layers and expanded world-building within the Addams universe.