According to Variety, the series' success stems not only from the appeal of the first season but also from the expansion of Nevermore Academy with new characters, conflicts, and mysteries. The storyline combines a spooky atmosphere with a captivating narrative, full of drama. Video: Netflix

Jenna Ortega makes a striking impression as Wednesday, the eccentric eldest daughter of the Addams family. After being expelled for retaliating against her brother's bullies, she arrives at Nevermore Academy, a school for outcasts. At her new school, she is constantly embroiled in trouble, witnessing a string of bizarre deaths. In season two, Wednesday returns to the gothic realm, where new dangers and enemies await.

Before Wednesday, the 23-year-old actress was known for her lead role as Harley Diaz in the Disney Channel series Stuck in the Middle (2016-2018), and appeared in horror films like The Babysitter: Killer Queen, Scream, Scream VI, and X.

Her role in the Netflix series has established Ortega as a rising star in Hollywood, earning her an Emmy nomination in 2023 and the media moniker "Queen of Horror," comparable to Anya Taylor-Joy. In season two, Ortega also serves as a producer. Image: Netflix/SAG-AFTRA

Catherine Zeta-Jones plays Morticia, Wednesday's mystically beautiful mother, whose actions often lead her daughter into awkward situations. In season two, their relationship becomes more complex when Morticia is invited to chair the school's fundraising committee, interfering in Wednesday's life and causing friction.

Before Morticia, Zeta-Jones won an Oscar for her role as Velma Kelly in Chicago. She also starred in hits like The Mask of Zorro, Traffic, and Ocean's Twelve. In the early 2000s, she was one of Hollywood's highest-paid actresses, earning over 6 million USD per film.

In 1998, Zeta-Jones met Michael Douglas at a film festival in France. They began dating secretly and married in 2000. The 56-year-old actress has two children. Image: Netflix

Luis Guzman portrays Gomez Addams, Wednesday's devoted father. He and Morticia met and fell in love as students at Nevermore. In the series, he provides comic relief, constantly expressing his affection for his family through gestures and actions.

Guzman, 59, was born in Puerto Rico and raised in New York City's Lower East Side. Before acting, he worked as a social worker and performed in community theater. He has appeared in numerous supporting roles in 1990s crime films and won a SAG Award for his role in Traffic (2000). Image: Netflix

Isaac Ordonez returns as Pugsley, Wednesday's younger brother, considered the "heart" of the Addams family. While Wednesday is often aloof, Pugsley brings out her protective instincts. In season two, Pugsley becomes a student at Nevermore, possessing supernatural abilities but struggling to fit in.

Before Wednesday, the 16-year-old actor appeared in Chromeo's music video for "Must've Been." He is a rising star in Hollywood, having started his career with commercials and small roles in short films. Ordonez enjoys sports, particularly soccer and rock climbing. Image: Netflix

Emma Myers reprises her role as Enid Sinclair, Wednesday's dreamy and sweet werewolf roommate. In season two, Enid matures as she searches for her identity, makes new friends, and develops her supernatural powers.

The 23-year-old actress is known for the mystery series A Good Girl's Guide to Murder and the comedy film Family Switch. She began acting at the age of eight in the series The Glades, later appearing in Southern Gospel, A Taste of Christmas, and Girl in the Basement. In 4/2025, Myers appeared in A Minecraft Movie, an adaptation of the popular video game. Image: Netflix/Filmweb

Hunter Doohan plays Tyler Galpin, a seemingly ordinary boy with a dark secret. After transforming into the Hyde monster in season one, he is sent to Willow Hill Psychiatric Hospital for monitoring. In episode four of season two, Tyler seriously injures Wednesday, propelling the plot forward.

Besides Wednesday, Doohan, 31, is known for the superhero series Daredevil: Born Again and the legal drama Your Honor. In addition to acting, he has written and directed several independent short films. He is openly gay and married producer Fielder Jewett in 2022. Image: Netflix/Filmweb

Georgie Farmer returns as Ajax Petropolus, who has snake-like hair and a gaze that can turn people to stone. In season one, Ajax wins Enid's heart with his sincerity, but after a summer apart, their relationship is on shaky ground.

The 23-year-old actor began acting as a child, participating in drama classes and theater productions in London, England. Before Wednesday, Farmer appeared in the teen mystery film Evermoore and television projects like Treadstone and Doctors. Image: Netflix

Joy Sunday portrays Bianca Barclay, a siren with the power of manipulation. In the first season, Bianca sees Wednesday as a rival, but in season two, they find common ground, hinting at a potential alliance.

The 30-year-old Nigerian-American actress studied film at the University of Southern California (USC), where she also produced short films and took on small acting roles. Sunday gained attention for her roles in Bad Hair (2020) and The Beta Test (2021) before achieving global recognition with Wednesday. Besides acting, she directs and produces independent short films. Image: Netflix

Moosa Mostafa plays Eugene Ottinger, a student passionate about bees and insects. His friendship with Wednesday draws him into the academy's mysteries, earning him the acceptance and respect of his peers. In season two, Eugene becomes closer to the Addams family, becoming Pugsley's roommate.

Mostafa, 17, was born in England and starred in the science fiction series The Last Bus. Image: Netflix

Steve Buscemi appears as Principal Dort, a volatile and unpredictable character. In the final four episodes of season two, Dort's actions create significant upheaval at Nevermore, plunging the school into conflict and challenges.

Buscemi, 68, is a familiar face in American cinema. The Emmy Award winner is known for his roles in Boardwalk Empire, The Sopranos, and Quentin Tarantino's Reservoir Dogs.

Buscemi married Jo Andres in 1987. She passed away in 3/2019. They have a son, Lucian, 35. Image: Netflix/GMA

Gwendoline Christie returns as Larissa Weems, the former principal of Nevermore, who was murdered by Marilyn Thornhill at the end of season one. In the new season, Weems appears as a "spiritual guide," accompanying Wednesday in her fight against evil.

Christie, 47, is a British actress best known for her role as Brienne of Tarth in Game of Thrones. The 1.91 m tall actress has also appeared in Star Wars, The Hunger Games, and more recently as Lucifer in The Sandman. She has been dating British fashion designer Giles Deacon since 2014. Image: Netflix/BAFTA

Evie Templeton plays Agnes DeMille, a student who admires Wednesday. To Agnes, Wednesday is a hero for saving the school from Joseph Crackstone in the previous season.

The role of Agnes is Templeton's biggest to date. The 17-year-old British actress, born and raised in London, has appeared in the series Life After Life and Criminal Record. Image: Netflix/Teen Vogue

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