Wednesday has returned to our screens for a second round of mischief and mayhem from our favorite gothic heroine. Modern-day scream queen Jenna Ortega reprises her role as Wednesday Addams as she explores her supernatural powers and gets entwined with another spooky mystery.
As Nevermore Academy reopens its doors, you can expect to see familiar faces, including fan-favorites like Emma Myers, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Fred Armisen; but the new season also brings on fresh faces such as Steve Buschemi, Lady Gaga, and Joanna Lumley. Below, get to know the cast of Wednesday season 2.
Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams
Who is Wednesday Addams? Known for her sharp wit, obsession with death, and psychic abilities, she is the protagonist of the series. Season 2 will see the teen continue to navigate life at Nevermore Academy, while solving new mysteries and warding off evil powers.
What else has Jenna Ortega starred in? Prior to Wednesday, Ortega has appeared in You, Jane The Virgin, and Stuck In The Middle. In real life, she is 22-years-old, while the character she portrays is 16.
Isaac Ordonez as Pugsley Addams
Who is Pugsley Addams? He is Wednesday’s younger brother, who leans more towards the quiet and sensitive side compared to his sister, who often comes to his aid when bullies approach. Despite their complex relationship, he looks up to Wednesday.
What else has Isaac Ordonez starred in? A young actor, 16-year-old Ordonez has previously appeared in A Wrinkle in Time.
Catherine Zeta-Jones as Morticia Addams
Who is Morticia Addams? Wednesday’s elegant and enigmatic mother returns for the second season with deeper ties to Nevermore’s mysteries. A former star student and powerful psychic, Morticia confronts her long-buried secrets this season.
What else has Catherine Zeta-Jones starred in? The veteran actress has starred in the likes of Chicago, The Darling Buds of May, The Mask of Zorro, Ocean’s Twelve, A Little Night Music, and more.
Luis Guzmán as Gomez Addams
Who is Gomez Addams? He is the father of Wednesday and Pugsley and Morticia’s husband. A family man, he makes time for his nearest and dearest. A former student at Nevermore, he harbors secrets from the past that Wednesday continues to resurface in the second season.
What else has Luis Guzmán starred in? Boogie Nights, Magnolia and Punch-Drunk Love.
Fred Armisen as Uncle Fester
Who is Uncle Fester? As kooky as they come, Uncle Fester is Wednesday’s eccentric, carefree uncle who is always up to no good. He has the power to generate static electricity.
What else has Fred Armisen starred in? Saturday Night Live, Portlandia, The Dictator, and EuroTrip.
Victor Dorobantu as Thing
Who is Thing? A sentient severed hand and one of Wednesday’s closest confidants, Thing assists her with everything from solving mysteries to sneaking into places. He’s essentially her partner in crime.
What else has Victor Dorobantu starred in? Rage, Angela, and Soleil Noir.
Emma Myers as Enid Sinclair
Who is Enid Sinclair? Having fully embraced her identity as a werewolf, she continues to be Wednesday’s closest friend, despite arising tensions that will shake their friendship.
What else has Emma Myers starred in? A Minecraft Movie, Family Switch, and A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder.
Joy Sunday as Bianca Barclay
Who is Bianca Barclay? A powerful siren, Bianca faces pressure from the Morning Song cult, as well as her mother. Her friendship with Wednesday is set to deepen this season.
What else has Joy Sunday starred in? Dear White People, Bad Hair, and Dog.
Evie Templeton as Agnes Demille
Who is Agnes Demille? She’s one of Wednesday’s stalkers-turned-friends at Nevermore and has the power to turn invisible.
What else has Evie Templeton starred in? Pinocchio, Criminal Record, and the video game Silent Hill 2.
Hunter Doohan as Tyler Galpin
Who is Tyler Galpin? He is Wednesday’s former love interest who was outed as being a Hyde in season 1.
What else has Hunter Doohan starred in? Your Honor and Daredevil: Born Again.
Jamie McShane as Donovan Galpin
Who is Donovan Galpin? He is Jericho’s sheriff and Tyler’s father. Returning for the second season, he is grappling with guilt after unearthing the truth about his son, all while trying to restore order at Nevermore.
What else has Jamie McShane starred in? The Avengers, Thor, and The Lincoln Lawyer.
Steve Buscemi as Barry Dort
Who is Barry Dort? He’s the new principal at Nevermore Academy in season 2.
What else has Steve Buscemi starred in? Fargo, Reservoir Dogs, The Death of Stalin, Spy Kids 2, Monsters Inc., and many more.
Billie Piper as Isadora Capri
Who is Isadora Capri? She’s the new head of music at Nevermore Academy.
What else has Billie Piper starred in? Secret Diary of a Call Girl, Doctor Who, and I Hate Suzie.
Joanna Lumley as Grandmama Hester Frump
Who is Hester Frump? Another member of the Addams family, Hester is Wednesday and Pugsley’s grandmother, and Morticia’s mother.
What else has Joanna Lumley starred in? She’s best known for Absolutely Fabulous, but also appeared in The Wolf of Wall Street and worked with Tim Burton on The Corpse Bride.
Thandiwe Newton as Dr. Fairburn
Who is Dr. Fairburn? A new character in season 2, she’s the chief psychiatrist at Willow Hill hospital.
What else has Thandiwe Newton starred in? Crash, Westworld, Mission Impossible II, The Pursuit of Happyness, ER, and more.
Heather Matarazzo as Judi
Who is Judi? She is an executive assistant to Dr. Fairburn at Willow Hill, and she does not get along with Wednesday.
What else has Heather Matarazzo starred in? You might best remember her as Lilly, Anne Hathaway’s on-screen BFF in The Princess Diaries, but she’s also appeared in Welcome to the Doll’s House and The Devil’s Advocate.
Christopher Lloyd as Professor Orloff
Who is Professor Orloff? Appearing mostly as a severed head, Orloff is a senior teacher at Nevermore Academy.
What else has Christopher Lloyd starred in? The Back to the Future films, Who Framed Roger Rabbit, and most importantly The Addams Family and Addams Family Values, in which he starred as Uncle Fester.
Joonas Suotamo as Lurch
Who is Lurch? He’s the Addams family’s butler and driver.
What else has Joonas Suotamo starred in? He’s starred as Chewbacca in a number of modern Star Wars Films, including Solo: A Star Wars Story, The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, and The Rise of Skywalker.
Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo as Ritchie Santiago
Who is Ritchie Santiago? She is the deputy sheriff working under Sheriff Galpin.
What else has Luyanda Unati Lewis-Nyawo starred in? How To date Billy Walsh, The Magic Flute, and Femme.
Georgie Farmer as Ajax Petropolus
Who is Ajax Petropolus? A student at Nevermore, he has the ability to turn objects into stone (like Medusa). This time around, his relationship with Enid is set to progress.
What else has Georgie Farmer starred in? The Evermoor Chronicles, LifeHack, and Treadstone.
Noah B. Taylor as Bruno
Who is Bruno? He’s Enid’s new love interest and a fellow werewolf.
What else has Noah B. Taylor starred in? The newcomer appeared in an episode of Law & Order: Organized Crime in 2023.
Moosa Mostafa as Eugene Ottinger
Who is Eugene Ottinger? One of Wednesday’s closest friends, Eugene also attends Nevermore. Season 2 is set to see him step up and play a bigger role alongside Wednesday as they take on new adventures.
What else has Moosa Mostafa starred in? The Last Bus and Nativity Rocks!
Owen Painter as Slurp
Who is Slurp? Without giving too much away, he’s a zombie connected to Nevermore Academy.
What else has Owen Painter starred in? The Handmaid’s Tale and Tiny Beautiful Things.
Haley Joel Osment as the Kansas City Scalper
Who is the Kansas City Scalper? He’s a serial killer who is obsessed with dolls.
What else has Haley Joel Osment starred in? He famously starred in The Sixth Sense, Pay It Forward, Secondhand Lions, and more.
Lady Gaga as Rosaline Rotwood
Who is Rosaline Rotwood? She’s an iconic Nevermore teacher, according to Entertainment Weekly. She’ll make her entrance in the second half of the season, which premieres September 3.
What else has Lady Gaga starred in? Aside from being an international pop star, Gaga has also flexed her acting muscles in A Star Is Born, Joker: Folie à Deux, House of Gucci, and American Horror Story.
Frances O’Connor as Unknown
Who does Frances O’Conner play in Wednesday season 2? Her role remains under wraps, though she’s set to appear in season 2, part 2.
What else has she starred in? Mansfield Park, The Conjuring 2, and A.I. Artificial Intelligence.
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