Netflix’s hit series Wednesday is preparing to return for a highly anticipated third season, and fans have reason to celebrate. The streaming giant has officially announced that Winona Ryder, widely recognized for her roles in Stranger Things and several Tim Burton classics, will join the cast in a guest-starring role. Production on the new season is already underway in Dublin, Ireland, promising a continuation of the darkly whimsical adventures at Nevermore Academy.
Ryder will portray a new character named Tabitha, marking a reunion with director Tim Burton and lead actress Jenna Ortega, who plays Wednesday Addams. This collaboration revives the creative magic of previous Burton projects, generating excitement among fans eager to see how the veteran actress integrates into the series’ gothic universe.
Speaking on Ryder’s addition, Tim Burton said, “I’m so excited to be back for Season 3, and it’s great to be reunited with all of the original cast. The addition of some dear friends and past collaborators of mine — Winona, Eva, Chris, Noah… makes this season extra special. I feel very lucky.” He further emphasized, “I am so happy that Winona has joined us; she fits right into this world. And she’s a dear friend. I always feel lucky to work with her.”
Alongside Ryder, the third season will welcome several new cast members including Chris Sarandon as Balthazar, Noah Taylor as Cyrus, Oscar Morgan as Atticus, Kennedy Moyer as Daisy, and Eva Green in the role of Aunt Ophelia, Morticia Addams’ sister. They join the returning ensemble, which features Jenna Ortega as Wednesday, Catherine Zeta-Jones as Morticia, and Luis Guzmán as Gomez. The combination of familiar faces and fresh talent promises to deepen the intrigue and drama at Nevermore Academy.
Creators Al Gough and Miles Millar expressed their enthusiasm for the upcoming season, stating, “It’s our dark delight to fling open Nevermore Academy’s gates once more as we begin production on Season Three. We thank our invincible cast and crew for their continued commitment to doom and gloom. To the fans, we appreciate your patience and ravenous online commentary — your twisted theories have inspired nightmares. This season, we welcome new students, new teachers and excavate some long‑rotting Addams Family secrets. Don’t say you weren’t warned.” They also highlighted Ryder’s addition, remarking, “When it comes to Outcasts, Winona Ryder is the GOAT. Her legendary partnership with Tim Burton has defined some of cinema’s most unforgettable characters. We loved collaborating with her on Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome her to Nevermore.”
While Netflix has yet to announce an official release date for Season 3, industry insiders anticipate a 2027 premiere. The new episodes are expected to explore deeper Addams Family lore, unravel new mysteries, and expand the eerie universe of Nevermore Academy. The reunion of Tim Burton with Winona Ryder, alongside returning stars and new cast members, has already generated significant excitement online, with fans speculating on Tabitha’s role and the new storylines that will unfold.
