Winona Ryder is officially stepping into the eerie world of Wednesday—and fans of Tim Burton couldn’t be more thrilled.
The beloved actress has quietly secured a role in Season 3 of Netflix’s gothic smash, marking yet another reunion with Burton, her longtime collaborator. While details about Ryder’s character are being tightly guarded, sources say she’ll appear in a guest-starring role, adding even more star power to the already stacked series.
The casting is especially buzzy because it reunites Ryder not only with Burton, but also with Jenna Ortega. The two actresses recently shared the screen in the Beetlejuice sequel, making this their second major project together in quick succession. With Burton at the helm, the collaboration feels like a full-circle moment for fans who’ve followed his signature spooky universe for decades.
Burton himself expressed excitement about returning for Season 3 and expanding the cast with familiar faces. While he hasn’t revealed specifics about Ryder’s part, he’s hinted that bringing in close collaborators makes this season particularly meaningful. The secrecy has only fueled speculation about how Ryder might fit into the Addams Family orbit.
Season 3 is also adding Eva Green, who will portray Ophelia, Morticia Addams’ mysterious sister. Additional newcomers include Noah Taylor, Oscar Morgan, Kennedy Moyer, and horror icon Chris Sarandon—signaling that Netflix is doubling down on star-studded additions.
Since its debut in November 2022, Wednesday has become one of Netflix’s biggest global hits, with Season 2 continuing the momentum. While the streamer hasn’t announced a premiere date for Season 3, anticipation is already sky-high—especially now that Ryder is officially entering the shadows.
