Wednesday

Wednesday centers on a deadpan, sharp-witted Wednesday Addams as she relocates to Nevermore Academy, a boarding school for outcasts and supernatural teens. While trying to fit into a new social scene, she gets pulled into a string of eerie mysteries that intersect with the town's history and her own family background. Her sardonic outlook and investigative instincts drive the story, and the series mixes school politics, dark humor, and uncanny occurrences without revealing key twists or outcomes.

Created by Miles Millar and Alfred Gough, the series draws on the characters by Charles Addams and premiered in 2022. Jenna Ortega leads a notable ensemble cast that includes Steve Buscemi, Emma Myers, Hunter Doohan, and Joy Sunday.

Audiences and critics responded well, reflected in an average rating of 8.368 out of 10 from more than 10,000 votes. Reviewers highlighted the show's tone, which combines mystery, sci-fi and fantasy elements with comedic timing and teen drama. Recurring themes include identity, belonging, and the uneasy pull of family ties, all framed within a stylized, gothic atmosphere.

The show generated lively online conversation and inspired a wave of fan creativity, from artwork and cosplay to discussions about its aesthetic and performances. Jenna Ortega's turn as Wednesday particularly boosted her profile, and the series helped renew interest in the Addams Family mythology among younger viewers.

During awards season the series and its performers attracted attention from critics and industry groups, earning recognition in several television circles. Jenna Ortega received especially strong notice from reviewers and television commentators, and the program helped raise the profile of its creative team and supporting cast.