Season two of Netflix's hit show 'Wednesday' starring Jenna Ortega is set to premiere in August, with new cast members including Lady Gaga, Steve Buscemi, and Thandiwe Newton.
The first trailer for season two teases a new mystery involving a serial killer and the release date split into two parts - August 6 and September 3.
Lady Gaga will play Rosaline Rotwood, a Nevermore Academy teacher, in the second half of the season, confirmed at Netflix's 'Tudum' event where she also performed.
Season two will lean more into horror and less on Wednesday's love life, as Jenna Ortega expressed dissatisfaction with the previous love triangle plot.
Ortega, also a producer on season two, highlighted a shift towards a more horror-focused season with impactful visuals and horror references in each episode.
Steve Buscemi joins the cast as the new principal of Nevermore Academy, while Thandiwe Newton's role as 'Dr. Fairburn' remains undisclosed.
Ortega emphasized her involvement in decision-making for the show, ensuring her voice is heard and valued in the collaborative process.