Eva Green Joins ‘Wednesday’ as Ominous Aunt Ophelia in Season 3

Eva Green has officially been cast as Aunt Ophelia in the highly anticipated third season of Netflix’s hit series, Wednesday. The French actress, renowned for her performances in films like Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children and Dark Shadows, steps into the role of Morticia Addams’s long-lost sister. This character’s presence was initially teased during the dramatic finale of Season 2, where she ominously left the chilling message, “Wednesday must die,” scrawled on a wall.

Aunt Ophelia’s character first appeared briefly in Season 2’s closing moments, depicted from behind with a flower crown. Morticia described her sister as missing after losing control of her powers as a Raven, mirroring the struggles faced by Wednesday, played by Jenna Ortega, concerning her own psychic abilities. The season concluded with Morticia handing Wednesday Ophelia’s old journal, leading to a haunting vision of Ophelia trapped in a dungeon-like room within Grandmama Hester’s mansion. This cliffhanger effectively set the stage for Ophelia’s full introduction in the upcoming season.

Showrunners Praise Green’s Unique Qualities

Showrunners Al Gough and Miles Millar expressed their enthusiasm for Green’s casting, calling her the ideal choice for the role. They praised her as “elegant, haunting, and beautifully unpredictable,” suggesting that her presence will significantly expand the narrative landscape of Wednesday and offer new depths to the Addams family’s story.

Green herself shared her excitement about joining the series, stating her eagerness to bring a personal touch of “cuckoo-ness” to the iconic Addams family. Her involvement also marks a reunion with director Tim Burton, with whom she has collaborated on various projects, reinforcing a creative partnership that is integral to the show’s distinctive style.

Millar highlighted that Ophelia’s return to the family would have a profound impact, likening it to “striking the family like a bomb.” This development is expected to force Morticia to confront unresolved pain and unanswered questions, deepening the tension between the sisters. As Ophelia re-emerges, she will challenge Wednesday, compelling her to navigate her powers and destiny.

Anticipation for Season 3 Grows

The introduction of Ophelia significantly alters the dynamics within the Addams family, positioning her as both a potential threat and a tragic figure. Her connection to Morticia and Wednesday ensures that her role will be central to the unfolding drama, while her ominous graffiti sets a foreboding tone for the upcoming season.

Since its debut, Wednesday has become one of Netflix’s most successful shows. The recently released Season 2, which premiered earlier in 2025, ranked as the fourth most-watched English-language series on the platform, following the record-breaking success of Season 1, which remains the most viewed series overall.

The returning cast features notable names including Catherine Zeta-Jones as Morticia, Luis Guzmán as Gomez, Isaac Ordonez as Pugsley, Joanna Lumley as Grandmama Hester, and Fred Armisen as Uncle Fester, along with talents such as Emma Myers, Hunter Doohan, and Joy Sunday.

With Eva Green taking on the role of Aunt Ophelia, Season 3 is poised to delve into darker themes. The chilling message, “Wednesday must die,” has already set a suspenseful tone, and Ophelia’s return is expected to challenge the Addams family in unprecedented ways. As the story unfolds, the casting of Green guarantees that Wednesday’s next chapter will be both haunting and full of surprises, solidifying the series’ status as Netflix’s foremost gothic hit.