Wednesday

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Season 1
  • Network: Netflix
  • Series Premiere Date: Nov 23, 2022
Season #: 2, 1
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7.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 173 Ratings

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  1. JoshMUFC
    Nov 27, 2022
    7
    What to say about Wednesday….
    Being a lifelong Addams Family fan. The premise of seeing a high school aged Wednesday trying to acclimate socially with teenagers like her struck me as odd. Once I got my head around the fact this wasn’t an Addams Family based show I was much more open to the idea. Start with Jenny Ortega. She absolutely nails the dark wit and murderous/psychotic and    What to say about Wednesday….
    Being a lifelong Addams Family fan. The premise of seeing a high school aged Wednesday trying to acclimate socially with teenagers like her struck me as odd. Once I got my head around the fact this wasn’t an Addams Family based show I was much more open to the idea. Start with Jenny Ortega. She absolutely nails the dark wit and murderous/psychotic and anti-social tropes I’d expect from all iterations of her character in the past.
    She swiftly executes all traits convincingly and with ease. Staying true to character but adding a touch of her own personality.

    The support characters. Her Roomie, love interests. Teachers. Headmistress. Are all very solid and interesting characters who add enough dynamism and different personalities to keep the show interesting.

    The positives I took out of this first season:

    How accurately portrayed the titular character is.
    The tone of the show kept very true to the original content.
    The humanising of Wednesday characters as she learns how to be more social and like a regular teen.

    The negatives I take from this though are a few but not dealbreakers:

    Poor CGI for the big bad reveal and final episode fight.
    The final episode of the season become a bit too campy and sort of ruined the continuity.

    I found myself comparing certain story arcs and storytelling. To direct comparisons to the likes of Riverdale. Veronica Mars, Strenger Thing and other popular teen soaps/dramas. This removed a fraction of enjoyment of it for me.

    Overall though the show was immensely enjoyable with A grade acting and storytelling across the entire season. I’m very excited for a potential second season and hope that Netflix announces a renewal because this guy is very approving of this direction for Wednesdays character    … Expand
  2. zyler
    Nov 25, 2022
    7
    I was mixed on some of the writing, Primarily because it feels like nancy drew/ Sabrina, but also just the dialogue and development. Most of the issues I had were around the middle of the season around 3-6, however, I enjoyed the direction of the show and the atmosphere. Overall, not a bad show considering I still binged it. I maybe got myself wanting more addams family and not justI was mixed on some of the writing, Primarily because it feels like nancy drew/ Sabrina, but also just the dialogue and development. Most of the issues I had were around the middle of the season around 3-6, however, I enjoyed the direction of the show and the atmosphere. Overall, not a bad show considering I still binged it. I maybe got myself wanting more addams family and not just Wednesday. I rather liked most of the characters.… Expand
  3. italoipo
    Nov 23, 2022
    9
    really enjoyed the first season. great actors Wednesday is a delight. not perfect but really enjoyable
  4. SeriousGameFan
    Nov 27, 2022
    9
    A surprise hit for me, dashing all my preconceived notions. There was never a dull moment, nothing cringe, irreverent humor was great, the comedy hits, as well as the development in relationships between Wednesday. The show does a great job at keeping you guessing which of the characters is the villain, and does it very subtlety, and they know this. I love the Addams Family characters,A surprise hit for me, dashing all my preconceived notions. There was never a dull moment, nothing cringe, irreverent humor was great, the comedy hits, as well as the development in relationships between Wednesday. The show does a great job at keeping you guessing which of the characters is the villain, and does it very subtlety, and they know this. I love the Addams Family characters, and Netflix has a hit on their hands -- hope to get a Season 2. This show is quality.… Expand
  5. manningn15
    Dec 7, 2022
    10
    Wednesday definitely honored and lived up to the past Addams Family media, one of favorite shows I've ever watched. Jenna Ortega is brilliant in her performance as Wednesday Addams, she is just utter perfection; her slick deadpan delivery of the sarcastic, dark, and morbidly funny lines, her monotone voice, death stare, no blinking, and devious and creepy grin she does it all perfectlyWednesday definitely honored and lived up to the past Addams Family media, one of favorite shows I've ever watched. Jenna Ortega is brilliant in her performance as Wednesday Addams, she is just utter perfection; her slick deadpan delivery of the sarcastic, dark, and morbidly funny lines, her monotone voice, death stare, no blinking, and devious and creepy grin she does it all perfectly also love how she brought some warmth, emotion, and heart to the character. Emma Myers, Christina Ricci, Gwendoline Christie, Victor Dorobantu, Joy Sunday, Fred Armisen, Luis Guzmán, Hunter Doohan, Percy Hynes White, and Moosa Mostafa gave excellent supporting performances. The costume designs specifically the ones designed for Wednesday are outstanding. The music was superb. The dance choreography specifically Wednesday's dance in the episode "Woe What a Night" was spectacular. The fight choreography is cool and well choreographed and executed. The writing specifically the story and dialogue for Wednesday were great. An A+ first season hopefully there will be more.… Expand
  6. reallifegaming
    Nov 28, 2022
    8
    Wednesday takes what is great about Tim Burton and fuses it with a story that feels part Nancy Drew and Buffy. The abilities derived in this show come from mystery of the family origins and the mystical aspect is really quite unexplained, left for the viewer to decide. I loved the nods to the movies and shows from days of old. The show is a must watch and with all of the otherWednesday takes what is great about Tim Burton and fuses it with a story that feels part Nancy Drew and Buffy. The abilities derived in this show come from mystery of the family origins and the mystical aspect is really quite unexplained, left for the viewer to decide. I loved the nods to the movies and shows from days of old. The show is a must watch and with all of the other uninspired shows and movies, Wednesday hits the mark for originality and macabre.… Expand
  7. muyfresco
    Nov 26, 2022
    9
    Great tv show¡¡¡ Se nota la mano de Tim en toda la serie más que decir que tiene más luz que el resto de sus trabajos se puede decir que pone luz para hacer a miércoles más oscura. Pero la trama esta genial con muchos giros de guion.
    Me ha fustado mucho¡¡ ojala hagan la segunda temporada.
  8. DolphinReviews
    Nov 25, 2022
    8
    A really great Netflix original. Very different then the Addams Family movies which worked out well.
  9. Sludgy316
    Nov 24, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This series is the best and most enjoyable on Netflix right now, and it has a very good plot
    Undoubtedly the best of Netflix in terms of series is concerned    … Expand
  10. raffy43
    Nov 30, 2022
    10
    Wednesday had the ability to keep me attached to the screen, seen in one breath, the bond of friendship between the protagonist and her roommate and the evolution of the story is extremely beautiful
  11. mariqz
    Nov 27, 2022
    10
    I loved this movie, it proves that we can't trust everyone, and that the answer to everything is right in front of us.
  12. CKhound
    Dec 4, 2022
    10
    Being a fan of the OG Addams Family TV series, and obviously of the 90's movies. I was pretty hyped for this series. I was really looking forward to it. And let me tell you, was it worth the wait. Jenna Ortega does a great, but different, version of Wednesday Addams. She isn't the happy go lucky Wednesday of the OG Addams Family, and isn't quite the type that Ricci plays in the 90's, but IBeing a fan of the OG Addams Family TV series, and obviously of the 90's movies. I was pretty hyped for this series. I was really looking forward to it. And let me tell you, was it worth the wait. Jenna Ortega does a great, but different, version of Wednesday Addams. She isn't the happy go lucky Wednesday of the OG Addams Family, and isn't quite the type that Ricci plays in the 90's, but I think this is the best version yet. Over 8 episodes, I was hooked for every second. There really hasn't been too many better shows over the last few years. This is a great watch. I felt like the characters and story were a mix of all the previous Addams Family material, and then also a bit of Harry Potter mixed in. Would definitely watch again, and have.… Expand
  13. Jagen
    Jan 19, 2023
    9
    Really good fun. A nice take on Wednesday, who for most modern iterations has been by far the best Addams family character. Solid cast, especially Ortega, with the sad exception of Armisen, who is pretty terrible but thankfully brief. What the recent (ish) Sabrina could have been if it didn't take itself far too seriously.
  14. ITS_PEDRO
    Nov 25, 2022
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Hace mucho que no veo nada relacionado con los locos Addams y estoy muy contento con la serie. Se nota que hay muchísimo esfuerzo atrás de Wednesday. La serie me parecido excelente, Jenna Ortega se lucio totalmente, se puede ver una gran diferencia en comparación con otras series que hizo. Wednesday me parece un personaje perfectamente logrado al igual que los demás Addams. Cada personaje esta muy bien hecho.

    En cuanto a la historia, creo que esta bastante bien. Es un típico misterio de asesinatos y monstruos, aunque creo que se sabe destacar de otras películas. No es el típico misterio básico si no que uno muy complejo e interesante. Por mas que a veces cae en los tipicos cliche o puede ser un poco predecible la historia es muy entretenida.

    En cuanto a los personajes, todos están bien hechos. Con mucho desarrollo por detrás y mucha complejidad. Sin duda me enamore del personaje de Wednesday, es increíble el trabajo que hizo Jenna y creo que se destaco muchísimo. Me encanto ver al personaje evolucionar, no termino abriendose y motrsando sentimientos, si no que evoluciono a su manera. Entendiendo que a veces no esta tan mal estar con alguien y que puede tener amigos. Creo que el trabajo que hizo Tim Burton es INCREIBLE! Y no puedo esperar a que salga la segunda temporada... por que claramente te la tiran indirectamente.

    Expectativas de la próxima temporada: Que veamos mas de la familia Adamas y ver a Wednesday mas asesina que nunca.    … Expand
  15. ckgamer
    Nov 25, 2022
    7
    what the **** was that puking scene! ****ing woke Netflix we are eating snacks for **** sake that nerd kid with glasses is also another story makes you wanna punch his face...
  16. Exceladeogun
    Nov 28, 2022
    9
    Wednesday

    This is my first foray into the universe of The Addams Family, and I am pleased. The cinematography, styling, editing and costume is vibrant and rich. The soundtrack is also noteworthy. Jenna Ortega has proven to be one of the best acting stars of her age, delivering a charismatic and finely detailed, yet deadpan performance as Wednesday Addams. It's a certainty that she was    Wednesday

    This is my first foray into the universe of The Addams Family, and I am pleased. The cinematography, styling, editing and costume is vibrant and rich. The soundtrack is also noteworthy.

    Jenna Ortega has proven to be one of the best acting stars of her age, delivering a charismatic and finely detailed, yet deadpan performance as Wednesday Addams. It's a certainty that she was born to play this role.

    Even though the movie is centred on Wednesday Addams, she has a bunch of interesting supporting characters. From the brilliant acting of Gwendoline Christine as Principal Larissa, to that of Catherine Zeta Jones as Morticia Addams, to the nuanced hand acting from Victor Dorobantu as The Thing, and finally the well juxtaposed Character of Enid played by Emma Myers. The other cast members I don't mention wouldn't be because of a lack in their performance, but to make this review concise.

    Netflix struck gold with this and I hope there isn't a dip in quality if further seasons are made.    … Expand
  17. Maktrap
    Nov 27, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like the tone,the casting and the comedy the only thing I disliked was the hole teen plot with the protagonist in the middle that did not fit the character and worst made the a lot of the show very boring but I still liked most of the characters and the visuals for the most part. Adult Gomez and Morticia is the only casting I did not like it but the rest we got some good actors and great roles but some of the resolution cut the cast down in half. Either way I would watch a second season.… Expand
  18. matthias17
    Jan 10, 2023
    10
    Very enjoyable comedy comedy-mystery series with solid plot and very much developed and lovable characters such as Enid. Also solid acting by all.
  19. MikeTheGreek1
    Nov 28, 2022
    8
    It is a great series something that i really enjoyed after binge watching it. Christina Ricci's role in the original was better but Ortega is doing a fine job too. The VFX for the monsters are not great sadly which the Hyde especially reminds me strongly of Plants VS Zombies head. Overall it's worth your while if you don't have anything else to watch on Netflix.
  20. Diptanshu
    Dec 30, 2022
    9
    Top Tier Netflix!
    It's just speechless the acting, the dailogue exchanges and the mystery with hints of comedy and all around the harry potter-ish vibe it was just perfect cocktail.
  21. WatchinMovies
    Jan 6, 2023
    8
    I thought this would be really bad, but... It turned out to be a fun mystery ride. Kids weren't the normal teenage yahoos but were nicely part of a larger plot. The family was quite different than what I was used to but it's always nice to see Catherine Zeta-Jones. I'd give this a "Well worth watching if you like an unusual story-line with a good mystery."
  22. Pan_Krytyk
    Dec 13, 2022
    7
    Mało Addasowa w tym serialu. Mało Burtona w Adidasach. Mimo to wciąż nieźle się to oglądało.
  23. KJ_20
    Dec 16, 2022
    8
    While there is a distinct lack of thought between Wednesday's character and her motives through the show, Jenna Ortega brings the show together. 'Wednesday', despite shining in the first half, and loosing its charm as the show progresses with it's monster murder mystery- (who's design is ridiculous), it still remains a very exciting and fun show to watch. The acting and casting is superb,While there is a distinct lack of thought between Wednesday's character and her motives through the show, Jenna Ortega brings the show together. 'Wednesday', despite shining in the first half, and loosing its charm as the show progresses with it's monster murder mystery- (who's design is ridiculous), it still remains a very exciting and fun show to watch. The acting and casting is superb, however, a few characters such as Eugene have been written so horribly that it makes the show look cheap and tacky in the 2nd half. Nevertheless, it is saved by a stellar cast, wonderful cinematography and great acting.… Expand
  24. infraRecon
    Dec 18, 2022
    8
    I like this. At the same time, I haven't paid attention to the marketing of this Series. In fact, I would have never even known that it existed if it wasn't for some controversy over the casting for this series that popped up on social sites.

    From what I have watched from my youth of the Addams family, this series does not represent that, this is a series that plunges a bit forward in    I like this. At the same time, I haven't paid attention to the marketing of this Series. In fact, I would have never even known that it existed if it wasn't for some controversy over the casting for this series that popped up on social sites.

    From what I have watched from my youth of the Addams family, this series does not represent that, this is a series that plunges a bit forward in time and focuses on Wednesday.
    This series is something new, and enjoyable that I wouldn't have expected I might be interested in.

    Understand before I rate this I looked at some bad reviews to taper my rating. if you knew nothing about the Addams Family, and you like darker teen dramas with a somewhat generic plot that at times keeps you invested, then you'll enjoy this for sure. Understand this I DO NOT like Films or series like Twilight or CW drama shows, but this is something different.
    What if you were to combine the generic plot of a Scooby doo show with the Addams Family, and make the focus on Wednesday and her friends, solving a mystery...Well to me that is a great show.
    Just a warning *This show is sometimes cringe and predictable, but it uses that to its advantage.

    Let me rate this:
    Story & Plot - 8/10 (Scooby Doo, Where are you?)
    Characters - 9/10 (I didn't expect to care about almost every single character, well acted)
    Music - 8/10 (Add more powerful or alternatively different music for scenes, I felt some repetitiveness)
    Visuals and CGI - 8/10 (Tolerable, good use of practical effects)

    Overall 8/10, this is great series which I hope gets a Season 2, all they have to do is tighten up the writing, add a little bit more budget to some of the scenes, including music, make sure to stick to the characters personalities, WHATEVER YOU DO, do not soften up Wednesdays' personality to the point where she cares about everything (I understand character development but that is not the way it should be), and finally touch up the CGI and make sure to keep the creepiness and mystery in this series.
    It's Addams Family against the world or in this case Wednesday.

    So I recommend this, never expected a Live Action adaption based on the Addams Family to work this well, I was engaged pretty much the whole way through. So for those that like mystery, some drama, a bit of action-adventure, and in my opinion good cinematography then watch this, but don't expect explosions every 5 secs, sometimes stories don't need intense action, it just needs you to think mostly.    … Expand
  25. Ohmanips
    Dec 31, 2022
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really enjoyed this show. Jenna Ortega really does carry it though. She’s excellent. As are most of the youth in the cast. The adults are almost all a little weak however.… Expand
  26. Dimocracy
    Jul 6, 2023
    10
    A high-quality TV show, I think. The short story with a good acting. In my opinion, the show should not have been renewed for a second season.

Awards & Rankings

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#15 Most Discussed TV Season of 2022

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Metascore
66

Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 26
  3. Negative: 1 out of 26
  1. Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
    Reviewed by: Rob Owen
    Dec 8, 2022
    62
    If CW dramas are your jam, you might like “Wednesday.” I was mostly bored and found the plot machinations predictable. “Wednesday” is at its best when it leans into the mordant humor Wednesday evinces.
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  2. Decider
    Reviewed by: Brittany Vincent
    Nov 23, 2022
    80
    It’s Ortega’s star power alone that helps drive this series from the very beginning into something that could have been mediocre into a totally watchable and exciting twist on a familiar franchise. ... While this adaptation makes some strange decisions, it ends up working in a weird way, which will interest both old and new viewers.
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  3. The Guardian
    Reviewed by: Lucy Mangan
    Nov 23, 2022
    80
    It loses something by not setting Wednesday against normality, as the films did, and by having a more fissured version of the Addams clan. The love and unity of the family against the world was always one of the great pleasures, in whatever incarnation you met them. But it has enough wit, charm and propulsive energy for that not to matter as much as it might have.
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