As fans eagerly await the arrival of Wednesday Season 2, a captivating horror film featuring Jenna Ortega is currently making waves on Netflix. It’s been almost three years since the Tim Burton-directed series first premiered, but the much-anticipated return of Wednesday Addams is on the horizon, with a confirmed release set for 2025. In the meantime, viewers can enjoy Ortega showcasing her talent in horror films, such as her most recent role in Burton’s upcoming Beetlejuice sequel, as she prepares to don the iconic black uniform, braids, and signature dark humor of Wednesday.
Though her portrayal of Wednesday in Netflix’s The Addams Family spinoff was a significant breakout moment for Ortega, she was already establishing herself in the horror genre well before this role. In 2022, she starred in a series of successful films, including the reboot of Scream, Ti West’s critically acclaimed slasher X, Studio 666, and the horror-comedy American Carnage. Ortega’s rise in popularity, propelled by her standout performance in Wednesday and these major releases, led to a higher profile in the latest Scream sequel, which is currently enjoying renewed popularity on Netflix.
Jenna Ortega’s Role in Scream 6: A Must-See Before Wednesday Season 2
Scream 6: A Trending Hit on Netflix
Since its addition to Netflix’s library in January, Scream 6 has quickly climbed to the top of the streaming platform’s trending movies. As the latest installment in one of the most beloved horror franchises—which has collectively earned over $910 million at the box office—its popularity is hardly surprising, especially with the planned release of Scream 7 next year. For fans of Wednesday, this film presents an excellent opportunity to watch Jenna Ortega shine in yet another horror-comedy venture.
Similar to Wednesday, Scream 6 features a blend of dark humor, sharp societal commentary, and a captivating mix of horror and comedy. While Scream 6 is considerably bloodier, both projects showcase Ortega in a fight for survival against a masked killer threatening her friends and family. Furthermore, the intriguing family dynamics—especially the tension between characters Tara and Sam akin to that of Wednesday and Morticia—add another layer of depth to both stories. Keen-eyed viewers may even notice clever nods to the Addams Family within Scream 6.
Wednesday Season 2’s Enhanced Horror Elements Compensate for Jenna Ortega’s Absence in Scream 7
Exploring Darker Themes: Wednesday Season 2
Unfortunately, Jenna Ortega will not reprise her role for Scream 7. This decision is attributed to scheduling conflicts with the production of Wednesday Season 2, which is disappointing for fans as the Scream franchise offered her a unique platform to explore the darker realms of horror. Nevertheless, Ortega has teased that Season 2 of Wednesday will feature a distinctly pronounced shift towards horror, promising a more sinister interpretation of the beloved Addams Family characters. While it is unlikely to reach the gore levels of Scream, Wednesday aims to embrace a more chilling tone than its predecessor.
- Mark Your Calendars: Wednesday Season 2 arrives in 2025.
- Catch Up Now: Don’t miss Scream 6 streaming on Netflix.
- Stay Tuned: Exciting updates on both Wednesday and Scream franchises are on the way!
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