The halls of Wednesday are widening once again, and with them, the shadows seem to stretch a little further. As production on Season 3 moves forward in Ireland, Netflix has confirmed a new wave of cast additions led by Lena Headey, joined by Andrew McCarthy and James Lance in guest roles.
Their characters remain undisclosed—for now—but the intent is clear: the series is building a broader, more layered ensemble around Jenna Ortega’s Wednesday Addams. This expansion arrives as the show continues to evolve beyond its breakout first seasons, with filming already underway and a growing list of newcomers that also includes Eva Green and Winona Ryder.
Who are the new faces joining Wednesday Season 3?
The third season of Wednesday is introducing a wave of high-profile additions, with several roles already confirmed and others still undisclosed as production continues in Ireland. The show is expanding its universe with both returning collaborators and major new faces.
Confirmed cast and roles
- Lena Headey
- Andrew McCarthy | Guest star
- James Lance | Guest star
- Winona Ryder | Role: Tabitha
- Eva Green | Role: Ophelia Frump (Morticia’s sister)
- Chris Sarandon | Role: Balthazar
- Noah Taylor | Role: Cyrus
- Oscar Morgan | Role: Atticus
- Kennedy Moyer | Role: Daisy
Wednesday Season 3 cast: Previous roles and shows
The new additions to Wednesday Season 3 arrive with extensive resumes across film and television, bringing a mix of prestige drama, cult classics and recent streaming hits into the series’ orbit.
Leading the group is Lena Headey, best known for her iconic role as Cersei Lannister in Game of Thrones. Her career also includes projects like 300 and The Abandons, establishing her as a performer often associated with complex, authoritative characters.
She is joined by Andrew McCarthy, a familiar face from 1980s classics such as St. Elmo’s Fire and Pretty in Pink, as well as more recent work in television and directing. Meanwhile, James Lance has gained widespread recognition for his role as Trent Crimm in Ted Lasso.
Beyond them, the expanding ensemble includes notable names like Eva Green (Casino Royale, Penny Dreadful) and Winona Ryder (Stranger Things, Beetlejuice), reinforcing the show’s strategy of blending established talent with its younger core cast.
Together, these additions signal a season that leans heavily on experience and screen presence, raising expectations for a darker and more layered chapter at Nevermore Academy.
