New Cast Members Join 'Wednesday Season 3'

Lena Headey, Andrew McCarthy, and James Lance set to guest star in the hit Netflix series

Apr. 11, 2026 at 12:30am

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A striking abstract illustration featuring bold black silhouettes of the Addams Family characters against a vibrant red and white background, conceptually representing the supernatural mystery and ensemble cast of the Netflix series 'Wednesday'.The Addams Family franchise continues to grow with new cast additions to the hit Netflix series 'Wednesday'.Los Angeles Today

Netflix has announced three new cast additions to the upcoming third season of the hit series 'Wednesday'. Actors Lena Headey, Andrew McCarthy, and James Lance will be joining the show in guest star roles as it continues production in Dublin, Ireland. They will be joining previously announced new cast members as well as the returning stars Jenna Ortega, Catherine Zeta-Jones, and Luis Guzman.

Why it matters

The Addams Family franchise has a devoted fanbase, and the Netflix series 'Wednesday' has become a major hit, breaking viewership records for the streaming platform. The addition of high-profile actors like Lena Headey, Andrew McCarthy, and James Lance signals that the show's popularity continues to grow, and Netflix is investing heavily in expanding the series' ensemble cast and story.

The details

The third season of 'Wednesday' is currently in production in Dublin, Ireland. In addition to the new guest stars, the show will also feature previously announced new cast members including Eva Green, Winona Ryder, Chris Sarandon, Noah Taylor, Oscar Morgan, and Kennedy Moyer. Jenna Ortega will return in the title role of Wednesday Addams, with Catherine Zeta-Jones as Morticia Addams and Luis Guzman as Gomez Addams also reprising their roles.

  • The third season of 'Wednesday' is currently in production.
  • The first season of 'Wednesday' was the most-watched English-language series of all time on Netflix.
  • The second season of 'Wednesday' currently ranks in fifth position on Netflix's all-time top 10 (English-language) series.

The players

Lena Headey

An acclaimed British actress known for her roles in 'Game of Thrones', 'The Brothers Grimm', and '300'.

Andrew McCarthy

An American actor, director, and travel writer who rose to fame in the 1980s in films like 'Pretty in Pink' and 'St. Elmo's Fire'.

James Lance

A British actor known for his roles in TV shows like 'Ted Lasso', 'Killing Eve', and 'Stath Lets Flats'.

Jenna Ortega

The lead actress of the 'Wednesday' series, playing the iconic role of Wednesday Addams.

Catherine Zeta-Jones

The Welsh actress playing the role of Morticia Addams in the 'Wednesday' series.

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What’s next

The third season of 'Wednesday' is currently in production in Dublin, Ireland and is expected to premiere on Netflix in late 2026 or early 2027.

The takeaway

The continued expansion of the 'Wednesday' cast with high-profile actors like Lena Headey, Andrew McCarthy, and James Lance demonstrates the show's growing popularity and Netflix's commitment to building out the Addams Family universe. Fans can look forward to more supernatural hijinks and mysteries at Nevermore Academy in the upcoming third season.