The Addams Family has always been a household name, but Netflix’s new spinoff series, aptly titled “Wednesday,” has taken the streaming world by storm. The show has been a chart-topper since its debut, even outperforming the likes of “Stranger Things Season 4.” With more than 50 million households logging an astonishing 341.23 million hours during its first week, it’s safe to say that Wednesday Addams is back and more captivating than ever.
But one question has been haunting fans like a ghost in the Addams mansion: Just how old is Jenna Ortega’s Wednesday Addams in this Netflix sensation?
Jenna Ortega: The 20-Year-Old Behind the 16-Year-Old Icon
Jenna Ortega, the 20-year-old actress who breathes life into the character, portrays a 16-year-old Wednesday Addams. The age revelation has sparked curiosity among fans, especially those wondering what the future holds for the character in the upcoming second season. Will there be a time jump? Will Wednesday age like fine wine, or will she remain forever young like her parents, Gomez and Morticia?
Ortega herself is no stranger to the horror genre. She’s a rising star, having previously starred in Ti West’s “X” and “Scream 5.” And guess what? She’s all set to return for “Scream 6” in 2023.
A Trip Down Memory Lane: Wednesday Addams Through the Years
For those who’ve been following the Addams Family since the original 1960s TV series, you’ll remember that Wednesday was just a six-year-old back then. Fast forward to the movies— “The Addams Family” and “Addams Family Values,” released in 1991 and 1993, respectively— and she’s believed to be around 13 years old. Christina Ricci, who portrayed Wednesday in the films, even makes an appearance in the new Netflix series, adding another layer of nostalgia for longtime fans.
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What’s Next for Wednesday? A Peek into the Supernatural Mystery
The official synopsis for “Wednesday” reads: “The series is a sleuthing, supernaturally infused mystery charting Wednesday Addams’ years as a student at Nevermore Academy.” The show promises to delve into Wednesday’s attempts to “master her emerging psychic ability, thwart a monstrous killing spree that has terrorized the local town, and solve the supernatural mystery that embroiled her parents 25 years ago — all while navigating her new and very tangled relationships at Nevermore.”
Final Thoughts: The Ageless Allure of Wednesday Addams
Whether she’s six, thirteen, or sixteen, Wednesday Addams remains an ageless enigma that continues to captivate audiences. With a second season on the horizon and Jenna Ortega’s star on the rise, it’s clear that the age of Wednesday Addams is far from over; it’s just getting started.
So, whether you’re a die-hard Addams Family aficionado or a newcomer enchanted by the latest Netflix hit, one thing is certain: Wednesday Addams, in all her dark and delightful glory, is here to stay.
