A character guide for Netflix’s “Wednesday,” with character descriptions, quotes, names of actors, and more.
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A character guide for Netflix’s “Wednesday,” with character descriptions, quotes, names of actors, and more.
Please Note: This content contains pertinent spoilers, descriptions are updated as new information is presented, images changed as better ones are captured, and this is not an exhaustive list of every cast member, guest star, or reoccurring role.
General Information
| Network(s) | Netflix |
| Created By | Alfred Gough, Miles Millar, Tim Burton |
| Based On | The Characters created by Charles Addams |
| First Aired | 11/23/2022 |
| Executive Produced By | Alfred Gough, Miles Millar |
| Showrunner(s) | Alfred Gough and Miles Millar |
Groups & Organizations
- Nevermore Hummers (1.2): The name of Eugene’s bee keeping club
- Nightshade Society (1.2): At one time, they were defenders of Nevermore, but it seems after a incident almost 30 years ago, they eventually devolved into a social club
- Founder (1.5): It was found by Goody Addams, a Mexican immigrant
- Black Cats (1.2): Enid’s Poe Cup group
- Morning Song Community (1.5): The cult Gabrielle is part of, and Bianca a former member, that uses Sirens’ songs to control people and make money. Though, if you ask any member, they are simply a personal development movement.
- Leader (1.5): His name is Gideon
Notable Locations & Items
- Nevermore Academy (1.1): Found in 1791, the over 200-year-old academic institution has catered to what normies would consider freaks or outcasts. Some examples include werewolves (though some go by Lycans), vampires, sirens, gorgons, psychics, and more.
- Alumni (Promotional Material): Edgar Allen Poe and Ignatius Itt (aka Cousin Itt)
- Ophelia Hall (1.2): Where Enid, Yoko, and Wednesday live
- Founder (1.7): Nevermore Academy was found by Nathaniel Faulkner, who was known for cataloging all known outcasts. It isn’t said if he was an outcast himself, it is known he was killed by a Hyde.
- Jericho (1.1): A town near Nevermore Academy that has long been weary of the students who attend the school
- Background (1.3): It was founded by Joseph Crackstone back in 1625 and was one of the first pilgrim settlements in Vermont.
- Uriah’s Heap (1.3): An antique store
- The Weathervane (Season 1): A popular, local coffee shop
- Cobham Woods (1.3): Where the old Jericho meeting house is, alongside squatters and meth heads
Terminology
- The Poe Cup (Season 1): A competition where students compete in a boat race and foot chase
- The Big Event (1.2): The Poe cup is a 125-year tradition where students row to Raven Island, pull a flag from Crackstone’s crypt, and then come back to the dock where they started, with the winner not sinking or being sunk – with the prize being a trophy, special privileges, and bragging rights
- Rave’n (1.5): An annual party held at Nevermore Academy
- A Dove or A Raven (1.5): According to Morticia, those who have visions lean either towards being Doves, who mostly see positive things, and then there are Ravens, who see darker, more powerful visions, that can lead to madness
- Hyde (1.7): The name of the monster in season 1, named after the famous “Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde” novel
- Awakening (1.7): Hyde being are born with a mutation that is unlocked due to a traumatic event, through chemicals or hypnosis, and if liberated by a third party, they bond with them and do their bidding
- Banned (1.7): Hyde beings have been banned from Nevermore for 30 years, making it another notable thing in the 90s
Other Noteworthy Information
- Viper (1.1): The name of Wednesday’s literary character, based off herself
- Yeti (1.4): According to Enid, they went extinct in the 1950s and “Abominable Snowman” is a derogatory term for them
Wednesday Addams & Goody Addams (Jenna Ortega)
Deep into her teens and at a stage where she wishes to rebel against her parents, Wednesday seems to be deeply unhappy with no one to talk to. So, she pours what she cannot verbally say into her novels while still learning about the world around her, with a particular interest in language, fencing, and the cello.
As for Goody Addams? She is Wednesday’s direct ancestor who she inherits her dark gift from, which Goody makes seem will doom Wednesday to loneliness.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Tara Carpenter in “Scream” and “Scream 6,” Vada Cavell in “The Fallout,” Lorraine in “X,” Katie Torres in “Yes Day” Ellie Alves in “You,” and Phoebe in “The Babysitter: Killer Queen”
- Transfer Student (1.1): She has gone to 8 schools in 5 years
- Daddy Bonding Time (1.5): Since she was 5, he has been teaching her fencing and they have been playing Russian Roulette together since she was 12
- Age (1.6): Wednesday turns 16
Quotes
There is no controlling a raging river. You must learn to navigate it without drowning.
— Goody (1.6)
Morticia Addams neé Frump (Catherine Zeta-Jones) & 1990 Morticia (Gwen Jones)
A beloved housewife with a few eccentric quirks, all Morticia wants right now is for Wednesday to find joy and friendship and for this rebellious period to potentially end.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1
- Catherine Zeta-Jones’s Past and Future Roles Include: Velma Kelly in “Chicago”
- Psychic Visions (1.2): Larissa reveals, like Wednesday, Morticia had visions. However, they were unreliable and dangerous.
- High School Accomplishments (1.5): She was captain of the fencing team and four-time Poe Cup winner, with Larissa by her side
Quotes
Gomez Addams (Luis Guzmán) & 1990 Gomez (Lucius Hoyos)
The patriarch of his family, Gomez, wants everyone to be happy. Be it Morticia, his loving wife, his daughter, who he gives the most affectionate names, or Pugsley, who wants to make it through a school day without being put into a locker.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1
- Luis Guzmán’s Past and Future Roles Include: Illan Iberra in “The Resort,” the film “You Are SO Not Invited to My Bat Mitzvah!,” and Jorge in “Hightown”
- Lucius Hoyos’s Past and Future Roles Include: Jose Guiterrez in “Heroes Reborn”
- I Can Tell You’re Lying (1.5): According to Wednesday, her father’s tell is him smoothing his moustache and winking
Quotes
Sometimes a sharp tongue can cut deep.
— Gomez (1.5)
Pugsley Addams (Isaac Ordonez)
Unlike the Pugsley Addams we know, this version isn’t following in Wednesday’s footsteps with a litany of contraptions and means to cause a stir. Pugsley is more normal and vulnerable, and while he has a place in Wednesday’s heart, he also is a reminder of what led to her needing to be monotone and drain herself of emotions as much as possible.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1
Quotes
Principal Larissa Weems (Gwendoline Christie) & 1990 Larissa Weems (Oliver Wickham)
At one time, Larissa was Morticia’s roommate at Nevermore Academy. Years later, she is the principal and the reason Wednesday, despite the time period she applies, is able to get in. But, with excellent grades and a being the child of two alumni, Wednesday did make it easier than expected for Principal Weems.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1
- Gwendoline Christie’s Past and Future Roles Include: Lucifer Morningstar in “The Sandman,” Brienne of Tarth in “Game of Thrones” and Captain Phasma in “Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi,” “Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens” and “Star Wars Resistance”
- Power (1.2): Larissa is a shapeshifter
Quotes
Enid Sinclair (Emma Myers)
Enid is a Lycan who, unfortunately, can’t fully transform into a full wolf. She can extend her claws, but that’s it. But, outside of being a Lycan, Enid is someone sociable, writes a gossip blog, and loves bright and bold colors. Which makes her being Wednesday’s roommate seem cruel for both parties.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1
Quotes
Bianca Barclay (Joy Sunday)
Bianca is the it girl at Nevermore Academy. She’s a siren, formerly dated one of the hottest boys in school, and is one of the top fencers. She is also the class valedictorian and reingning champion of the Poe Cup.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Claire in “Dear White People,” Sophia in “Shithouse” and Dr. Gray in “Dog”
- Her Amulet (1.4): Being that a Siren’s song allows for some level of control over people, Bianca wears a amulet which dampens her power
- Birth Name (1.5): Brandy Jane
Quotes
Fire tests gold, suffering tests a woman.
— Bianca (quoting her mom) – 1.4
Marilyn Thornhill (Christina Ricci)
Marilyn is the dorm mother assigned to ensure Wednesday and those in her care do well at Nevermore Academy. Which is something she takes rather seriously, and to welcome people, she usually finds a plant that fits their personality. For example, she gives Wednesday a Black Dahlia.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 1
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Misty in “Yellowjackets,” Wednesday Addams in “Addams Family Values,” and “The Addams Family,” and Katie Flax in “Mermaids”
Quotes
Yoko Tanaka (Naomi J. Ogawa)
A vampire who vies to win the Poe Cup.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1
Quotes
Sheriff Donovan Galpin (Jamie McShane)
Sheriff Galpin succeeded Mayor Noble, and like many in Jericho, when things are strange or go awry, Nevermore is usually where he thinks the source is.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 2
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Detective Lankford in “The Lincoln Lawyer,” Max in “Animal Kingdom,” and Captain Lindell in “SEAL Team”
Quotes
Valerie Kinbott (Riki Lindhome)
Dr. Kinbott is assigned to Wednesday to evaluate her after her piranha incident, and while Wednesday originally tried to escape her sessions, eventually, she participates and makes some level of progress.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 2
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Kimberly Harris in “Duncanville,” and Donna Thrombey in “Knives Out”
Quotes
Rowan Laslow (Calum Ross)
Rowan is telekinetic who greets Wednesday with attempted murder, and is one of the original triggers for Wednesday’s investigation into Nevermore and all the secrets it and Jericho, at large, hold.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 2
- Roommate (1.2): He was Xavier’s roommate
- Former Member (1.3): It’s noted he was kicked out of the Nightshades last semester
Quotes
Tyler Galpin (Hunter Doohan)
Tyler is the Sheriff’s son who works at the local coffee shop, the Weathervane, and develops feelings for Wednesday.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 2
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Adam Desiato in “Your Honor” and Teenage Warren in “Truth Be Told”
- Mom (1.8): His mom, Francois, who went to school with Larissa, Morticia, and Gomez, was an outcast, in the form of being a Hyde, and postpartum depression triggered it
Quotes
Eugene Otinger (Moosa Mostafa)
Eugene is the only member of the Hummers, the Nevermore Bee Keepers club, who becomes like a little brother to Wednesday during the semester.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 2
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Nas in “The Last Bus”
- Powers (1.8): He can control bees
Quotes
Xavier Thorpe (Percy Hynes White)
While Xavier has a famous father, Vincent Thorpe, with a Vegas residency due to his psychic abilities, Xavier doesn’t see him much since Xavier is considered a PR liability due to his mental health struggles.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 2
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Elliot Wazowski in “Pretty Hard Cases,” and Andy Strucker in “The Gifted”
- Powers (1.2): He can animate things he draws, either like a .gif, or even have them move about
- Beef With Tyler (1.4): Last outreach day, Tyler and his friends destroyed a mural he was working on and assaulted him
Quotes
Mayor Noble Walker (Tommie Earl Jenkins)
Mayor Walker is Lucas’ father, the former Sheriff of Jericho, and someone who has long swayed favored to whoever is the highest bidder. This isn’t to imply he is corrupt but knows who provides the most tax revenue and tries to make said person or entity happy.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 3
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Die-Hardman (voice) in “Death Stranding,” and Jacob Kane (voice) in “Gotham Knights”
Quotes
Ajax Petropolus (Georgie Farmer)
Ajax is a gorgon (think Medusa) who Enid has a huge crush on.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 3
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Jake Crossley in “Evermoor”
Quotes
Joseph Crackston (William Houston)
Joseph Crackston is the founder and former mayor of Jericho, who was vehemently against any and all kinds of outcasts.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 3
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Kemp in “Will,” Blameless Marad (voice) in “Horizon Zero Dawn” and “Horizon Forbidden West,” Moses in “The Bible” and “Son of God.”
Quotes
Lucas Walker (Iman Marson)
Lucas is the son of Mayor Noble, one of Tyler’s former friends, who goes from yet another Jericho kid harassing Nevermore kids to warming up to them and even liking a few girls who go there.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 4
Quotes
Esther Sinclair (Amanda Drew)
Esther is Enid’s mom, the talker, and the decision-maker in the family, and is the main reason Enid has a complex about not wolfing out yet.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 5
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Diane in “Vampire Academy,” Miss Kane in “Gangs of London,” and Carol in “The Girl Before”
Quotes
Murray Sinclair (Ryan Ellsworth)
Murray is Enid’s father, who is the quiet type, but despite how Esther can be, he is supportive of Enid wolfing out on her own time.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 5
Quotes
Gabrielle (Gracy Goldman)
Gabrielle is Bianca’s mother who has long used her siren song as part of a cult to control its members and make money.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 5
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Wytel Expert in “Years and Years”
Quotes
Sue Ottinger (Georgia Goodman) and Janet Ottinger (Rina Mahoney)
Sue and Janet are Eugene’s moms.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 5
- Georgia Goodman’s Past and Future Roles Include: Dolce Rodriguez in “Wreck,” and Rebecca in “The Sandman,”
- Rina Mahoney’s Past and Future Roles Include: Julie in “The Sceptred Isle” and Mariam Rahman in “The Bay”
Quotes
Ansel Gates (Philip Rosch)
Ansel is the patriarch of Jericho’s former richest and oldest family, who vehemently hated outcasts with all the darkness in his heart.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 5
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Henry in “Beforeigners,” and Jeremy MacCoughlin in “Peacemaker”
- Reason for Hatred (1.5): Ansel’s family claimed that Nevermore is built on land stolen over 200 years ago
Quotes
Garret Gates (Lewis Hayes)
Garret Gates is Laurel’s brother, Ansel’s son, who was tasked with killing all the Nevermore kids in 1990 with poison at their annual Rave’n, but because of his obsession and love for Morticia, he didn’t complete the job. In fact, he died the night of
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 5
- Born and Died (1.5): He was born in 1972 and died 1990
Quotes
Uncle Fester (Fred Armisen)
Uncle Fester is a fugitive who is almost always on the run, but with him more able to take care of himself than anyone in Wednesday’s family, the ones we’re introduced to at least, she loves him the most, hence her allowing herself to relax around him.
Additional Information
- Introduced In: Season 1/ Episode 7
- The Actor’s Past and Future Roles Include: Cranky Kong in “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” Various Voices in “Big Mouth,” and Various Characters in “Saturday Night Live”
Quotes
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