Jenna Ortega’s best scene in Netflix’s hit showWednesdayshows exactly what season 2 should be like when it releases. TheWednesdayseries released on Netflix in 2022 and became one of the most popular shows on the streaming service, breaking Netflix records. Based onThe Addams Family,Wednesdayfollows its title character as she investigates a local murderwhile struggling to connect with her peers at Nevermore Academy, a school for “outcasts,” due to her cold personality. The unprecedented success of the mystery series’ first season secured the show’s future, withWednesdayseason 2 set for release in 2025.
Wednesdaywas highly praised upon release and holds an 85% Popcornmeter on Rotten Tomatoes. Whilemany enjoyed Ortega’s reimagining ofThe Addams Familycharacter, the show’s success was also helped byWednesday’smemorable scenes following their trend on social media, such as the iconic Rave’N Dance scene in “Woe What A Night.” WithWednesdayseason 2releasing next year, there is considerable expectation for what the series may look like following the cliffhanger with Wednesday’s new stalker. However, one particular scene in season 1 sets the standard for season 2, as it is possibly thebest scene inWednesday.
Wednesday’s Piranha Pool Scene Perfectly Captured The Character’s Essence
The Piranhas Were A Callback To The Addams Family
The piranha pool scene inWednesdayis arguably the best scene in the series, as it captures the character’s essence. When Wednesday debuted inThe Addams Family, she had the same morbid humor as her relatives, and this translated over into theNetflixWednesdayseries’ characters. The Addams Family maintain their individual designs in the Netflix adaptation, such as Morticia’s iconic black dress and Wednesday’s plaited hair, but their personalities are more important as it defines the strange family. WhileWednesdayhas many principal moments demonstrating Wednesday’s personality, the piranha scene shows just how dark the character can be.
Wednesday emptying bags full of piranhas into her classmates’ pool to avenge Pugsley is a subtle easter egg to the 1960sAddams Family’spet piranhas, Isolde and Tristan.
However,Wednesday’sopening scene was actually a callback toThe Addams Family. Wednesday emptying bags full of piranhas into her classmates’ pool to avenge Pugsley is a subtle Easter egg to the 1960sAddams Family’spet piranhas, Isolde and Tristan. Furthermore, in a flashback inWednesday, she revealed that she used to own a pet scorpion. The 1960s show did not include this, althoughthe Addams Family did look after other unconventional pets like lions and spiders, in addition to their pet piranhas. This calls to question whetherWednesday’sAddams Family also has piranhas, and where Wednesday procured them.
Wednesday Season 1 Was Missing More Moments Like The Piranha Pool Scene
The Rave’N Dance Was The Only Other Key Moment
Wednesdayseason 1 was missing more moments, like the piranha pool scene, to fully flesh out Wednesday’s dark personality. While there are many notablemoments inWednesdayseason 1which showcase that Wednesday is an outcast – her struggle in making friends and connections with the other students, for example – the show seems to lack specific moments that show the horror elements of her character seen inThe Addams Family. However,the Rave’N dance scene was particularly telling of Wednesday’s character, with comparisons drawn toCarrie, as it demonstrates a deeper dynamic between herself and those who attend Nevermore Academy.
They couldn’t even spring for real pig’s blood. It’s only paint. - Wednesday Addams
Aside from being the only character dressed in black at the white-themed ball, when what appears to be blood pours down onto the dance floor, the majority of students are horrified, but in the midst of it all, Wednesday smiles. Her character design and strange reaction sets her apart from others, despite Nevermore Academy being a school for “outcasts,” showing thatWednesday is an outcast even among outcasts. Yet, beyondWednesday’shyde monster, the piranha scene and the Rave’N dance, there is a distinct lack of horror elements inWednesday, showing a missing element to the show and Ortega’s character.
Wednesday Season 2 Should Have More Of Addams Family Twisted Humor
More Supernatural Elements Could Allow For Comedic Horror
Season 2 ofWednesdayshould have more of the Addams Family’s twisted humor because, although Wednesday’s parents were involved in the murder mystery, they did not have a major role.The Addams Family members are shown to have different powers inWednesday, with the titular character even inheriting her mother’s psychic abilities, so there is hope that season 2 will further develop this plot point. With season 2 possibly featuring Wednesday’s mysterious stalker,a deeper exploration of the darker side of Wednesday’s personality may be what is needed to keep the show fresh, without repeating season 1’s detective arc.
Wednesday Season 2: Release Date, Cast, Story, Trailer & Everything We Know
Following the climactic season 1 finale of Tim Burton’s Wednesday, here’s everything we know about season 2 of Netflix’s Addams Family show.
While season 2’s story is currently unknown,Jenna Ortega has teased more supernatural characters will appear inWednesdayseason 2. In an interview, Ortega claimed that “reading scripts has been exciting, seeing all of the new characters that are coming in. We’re definitely expanding on the supernatural world.”With more supernatural elements being added to season 2, this could also apply to Wednesday herself. If Wednesday’s personality and powers are further explored, the supernatural elements could also apply to the titular character’s twisted actions inWednesdayseason 2, allowing for a more comedic horror tone for the hit show.
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Wednesday follows the journey of Wednesday Addams as she attends Nevermore Academy, a boarding school for outcasts. Tasked with mastering her psychic abilities, she confronts a series of town murders and a haunting family mystery from 25 years ago, all while managing new social dynamics.
