Netflix’s mega-hit Wednesday is back for its second season, and this time it’s bringing a show-stopping cast to Nevermore Academy. The biggest news? Lady Gaga, the Oscar and Grammy-winning queen of pop and powerhouse actress, is joining the dark, quirky world that had us all glued to our screens in season one. Production is already underway in the misty, gothic beauty of Ireland, but Netflix is keeping Gaga’s role under tight wraps. The anticipation, my friends, is palpable.
‘Wednesday’ Fans Channel Gaga With Remix
Now, let’s rewind a bit. If you’re thinking that Lady Gaga and Wednesday is an unexpected mashup, think again. Back in 2022, a viral TikTok trend paired the now-iconic dance scene by Wednesday Addams (played by the sensational Jenna Ortega) with a remix of Gaga’s “Bloody Mary.” The result? A digital storm that left fans obsessively replaying Ortega’s intense, dead-eyed dance moves with Gaga’s haunting vocals. It’s as if fate itself had a hand in bringing Gaga to Wednesday.
While Netflix is tight-lipped on Gaga’s character, her eclectic filmography gives us room for wild speculation. Whether she’s a fiercely fabulous new instructor at Nevermore, a mysterious creature haunting the grounds, or an influential antagonist that only Gaga could embody, one thing’s for sure: it’ll be unforgettable. Coming off the heels of Joker: Folie à Deux and with her standout performances in A Star Is Born and House of Gucci still fresh in our minds, it’s clear Gaga knows how to command a screen.
A Star-Studded Cast For Season 2
But Gaga isn’t the only A-lister turning season two into a must-watch. The series has stacked its cast with an impressive roster of talent. Steve Buscemi, Billie Piper, and rising star Evie Templeton are among the new series regulars, while beloved actors like Christopher Lloyd (we’re talking Doc Brown himself!), Joanna Lumley, and Thandiwe Newton will make guest appearances that are bound to add more layers to Nevermore’s shadowy drama.
If you need a reminder of why Wednesday is such a cultural juggernaut, look no further than its record-breaking first season. It currently holds the title of Netflix’s most popular English-language TV series to date, measured by views (total viewing hours divided by running time) over its first 13 weeks of release. The show’s success is thanks in large part to creators and showrunners Al Gough and Miles Millar, who executive produced season one alongside a powerhouse team including Tim Burton (who directed four episodes), Steve Stark, Andrew Mittman, Gail Berman, Kayla Alpert, Jonathan Glickman, Tommy Harper, Kevin Lafferty, and Kevin Miserocchi. Jenna Ortega herself is stepping up as a producer for season two, ensuring her indelible mark on the character and the series.
Original Cast Members Will Be Back Again
Returning to guide us through the mischief and mystery, Jenna Ortega will reprise her role as the ever-sardonic Wednesday Addams. Alongside her are familiar faces like Hunter Doohan, Emma Myers, and Joy Sunday, who continue to bring the school’s quirky cast of students to life. Oh, and let’s not forget Luis Guzmán and Catherine Zeta-Jones, who perfectly embody the peculiar and passionate parents, Gomez and Morticia Addams.
The production team even treated fans to a sneak peek with a behind-the-scenes clip that dropped last September. As Jenna Ortega’s voice slyly teased, “If we showed you any more, your eyes would bleed and I’m not that generous.” If that doesn’t sum up Wednesday’s deliciously dark allure, I don’t know what does.
So, mark your calendars and sharpen those piranha-proof pencils. With Lady Gaga gracing the halls of Nevermore, season two of Wednesday is primed to be an explosive mix of gothic intrigue, powerhouse performances, and the kind of twisted fun that made us fall in love with the show in the first place.
