Jenna Ortega made a striking appearance at the Season Two: Part One world premiere of Wednesday in London, wearing a couture gown that turned heads and reflected her character’s darkly unique aesthetic. At the same time, Netflix confirmed that the hit series has been renewed for a third season, promising even more eerie adventures in Nevermore.
Jenna Ortega’s serpentine red-carpet look
The 22-year-old actress arrived at the premiere in an Ashi Studio FW25 Couture gown styled by Enrique Melendez, featuring a serpentine-inspired design that seemed to “shed” across the fabric. The figure-hugging nude dress ran from a high neckline to a dramatic peplum skirt, creating a striking illusion reminiscent of snakeskin. She paired the gown with Jimmy Choo shoes, sleek nude nails, and a slicked-back ponytail.
Her beauty look was equally bold. She opted for bleached eyebrows, a berry red lip color, spider-like lashes, and a subtle touch of purple mascara. The ensemble was completed with silver Rainbow K jewelry.
Jenna Ortega has often drawn inspiration from her character’s gothic sensibilities. In a previous interview with The Cut, she admitted, “When I was working on Wednesday, I suddenly only ever wore black. I didn’t know why. For some reason, my closet just lost all its color.” That influence has carried onto multiple red carpets, from the 2023 SAG Awards where she wore an all-black Versace gown, to the Saint Laurent Menswear Fall/Winter 2023 runway show, where she appeared in a dramatic backless hooded dress.
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Season 2 brings new mysteries
According to Netflix’s official synopsis, season 2 will follow Wednesday Addams as she navigates “family, friends, and old adversaries, propelling her into another year of delightfully dark and kooky mayhem.” The storyline will also see her plunged into a chilling supernatural mystery that tests her sharp wit and unshakable deadpan charm.
The highly anticipated season will be released in two parts, with the first arriving on August 6 and the second on September 3. Season 1 remains available to stream in full, offering fans a chance to revisit Nevermore before the new episodes debut.
Netflix confirms season 3 renewal
Just days before season 2’s premiere, Netflix announced that Wednesday has officially been renewed for a third season. The series, which quickly became the most popular English-language show on the platform, has won multiple awards, including four Emmys.
Showrunners Alfred Gough and Miles Millar celebrated the news, saying, “It’s been a dark delight to watch Wednesday cast her spell over audiences across the globe — one deadpan quip at a time. We’re beyond thrilled she’ll be returning to stalk the halls of Nevermore in Season 3. This time, she’ll unearth more of the school’s sinister secrets — and descend even deeper into the Addams family crypt. Or, as Wednesday would say: ‘Nothing brings a family together like a good exhumation.’”
The upcoming season will feature the return of familiar faces, including Gwendoline Christie, Emma Myers, Riki Lindhome, and an ensemble cast that has become an integral part of the series’ eerie charm. With Tim Burton as executive producer and composers Danny Elfman and Chris Bacon back on board, fans can expect the same macabre style and sharp storytelling that made the series a phenomenon.
