Production is officially underway on Wednesday season 3, with filming kicking off the week of February 23, 2026, near Dublin, Ireland. The hit Netflix series returns under the creative guidance of Tim Burton, and this next chapter is already expanding the Addams universe in intriguing ways.
Alongside returning stars, several notable new cast members have joined the series, signaling deeper dives into Addams Family lore and potentially long-buried secrets.
TL;DR
Wednesday season 3 has started filming near Dublin, Ireland. Chris Sarandon, Noah Taylor, Oscar Morgan, and Kennedy Moyer join the cast, alongside Eva Green and Winona Ryder, with a late 2027 release likely.
Here is a full breakdown of what we know so far.
New Cast Members Joining Season 3
Season 3 introduces four new characters, each reportedly connected through a mysterious “B” monogram featured on their dining place cards, a visual clue that may point toward a larger Addams Family storyline.
Chris Sarandon as Balthazar
Sarandon, known for Dog Day Afternoon, The Princess Bride, and voicing Jack Skellington in The Nightmare Before Christmas, joins the series as Balthazar.
The character is believed to be Cousin Balthazar, a “deceased” figure from Addams Family lore who played a role in Gomez and Morticia’s origin story. In classic canon, Gomez and Morticia famously met at Balthazar’s funeral. If the show leans into that mythology, season 3 could explore a supernatural twist tied to family history.
Noah Taylor as Cyrus
Taylor, recognized for roles in Peaky Blinders and Game of Thrones, reunites with Burton after previous collaborations. He will portray Cyrus. While plot details remain under wraps, his casting suggests a character with depth and possibly ambiguous motives.
Oscar Morgan as Atticus
Morgan, who has appeared in A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms and Gotham Knights, joins as Atticus. The name itself hints at a character who could be intellectual, mysterious, or aligned with Nevermore’s expanding world.
Kennedy Moyer as Daisy
Moyer, previously seen in Task and Roofman, takes on the role of Daisy. Like the other newcomers, her character’s monogrammed place card suggests she is tied to the same secretive thread connecting this season’s new additions.
Returning Cast and Expanded Roles
Season 3 will once again be anchored by:
- Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams
- Catherine Zeta-Jones as Morticia Addams
- Luis Guzmán as Gomez Addams
- Emma Myers
- Hunter Doohan
Two previously announced additions are also drawing attention.
Eva Green as Ophelia
Green plays Ophelia, Morticia’s sister. Her addition signals a significant expansion of the Addams family tree, potentially introducing rivalries, buried history, or dark alliances within the family.
Winona Ryder as Tabitha
Ryder is set to guest star as Tabitha. Given her longstanding creative connection with Burton and her success on Netflix with Stranger Things, her involvement adds prestige and anticipation to the new season.
The “B” Monogram Mystery
One of the most intriguing production details so far involves the capital “B” monogram appearing on dining place cards for the new characters.
In a show known for visual symbolism and layered storytelling, this detail is unlikely to be accidental. It may signal:
- A secret branch of the Addams lineage
- A long-lost relative storyline
- A hidden society connected to Nevermore
- Or a resurrection arc tied to Cousin Balthazar
If Balthazar is indeed central to the narrative, season 3 could lean further into gothic ancestry, funerary mythology, and generational secrets.
Production Details
Filming began in Ireland the week of February 23, 2026. The move to Irish locations continues Netflix’s investment in large-scale international production hubs and allows for expansive gothic landscapes that fit the show’s aesthetic.
Under Burton’s direction, the series is expected to maintain its signature blend of macabre humor, supernatural mystery, and character-driven drama. Season 3 reportedly aims to scale up both production design and visual effects, suggesting an even more cinematic approach.
Release Outlook
Netflix has not announced an official premiere date for season 3.
However, given the series’ scale, extensive post-production requirements, and visual effects demands, a late 2027 release appears likely. That timeline would allow for a full production cycle and align with the platform’s strategy for major franchise series.
With the show remaining one of Netflix’s most globally recognized originals, expectations are high for a carefully crafted return rather than a rushed release.
What Season 3 Could Explore
Season 3 seems poised to expand beyond Nevermore Academy and dive deeper into Addams family mythology. Between Morticia’s sister Ophelia, Cousin Balthazar’s possible resurrection angle, and the interconnected “B” characters, the story could shift toward legacy-driven storytelling.
At its core, however, the series will continue to revolve around Wednesday herself. With Jenna Ortega’s portrayal cementing the character as a cultural phenomenon, season 3 must balance broader mythology with the razor-sharp wit and emotional complexity that define Wednesday Addams.
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