Wednesday on Netflix offers a hand at the Logies – Tonight, the TV Week Logies red carpet took a deliciously dark turn as Thing, the disembodied hand and breakout star of Netflix’s delightfully macabre Wednesday, crept out of the shadows and into the Sydney spotlight days ahead of the series 2 return to Netflix.
Thing rubbed knuckles with Australia’s biggest stars, including Heartbreak High’s Chloe Hayden, proving you don’t need a heart – or a head – to leave a lasting impression.”
This surprise appearance marks the start of Thing’s mysterious journey Down Under, ahead of the much-anticipated Wednesday Island fan event in Sydney – a stop on the global Doom Tour – where the cast will haunt Australian shores for the first time.
Wednesday Island, taking place Sunday August 16 – is a one-of-a-kind immersive fan festival – that will transform Cockatoo Island / Wareamah into a mysterious Nevermore-inspired playground. Attendees will step into the world of Wednesday Addams to celebrate the show’s unique blend of dark comedy and supernatural intrigue.
With the cast, including Jenna Ortega, Emma Myers, and creative visionaries Tim Burton, Alfred Gough, and Miles Millar and newly announced Hunter Doohan all in attendance. This exclusive event promises to thrill fans and newcomers alike, offering a rare chance to engage with the stars and creators of one of Netflix’s most beloved series.
Wednesday Season 2: Part 1 returns to Netflix on August 6, with Part 2 launching on September 3.
ABOUT WEDNESDAY:
Wednesday, created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, premiered in 2022 and quickly became a record-breaking global phenomenon, claiming the #1 spot on Netflix’s list of most popular English shows of all time and spent 20 weeks on the Global Top 10. Based on characters created by Charles Addams and reimagined for a new generation with creative visionary Tim Burton. The show captivated fans with its witty, offbeat tone and the gothic charm of Wednesday Addams, brought to life by Jenna Ortega. Wednesday ignited a massive fandom, as Ortega’s instagram followers ballooned from 9M to 37M timed to the release of Season 1.
The show became a cultural phenomenon, sparking a gothic fashion revival; causing the makeup used in the show to sell out; and propelling The Cramps’ ‘Goo Goo Muck’ song with a 5,000% surge in streams – four decades after the its release. The iconic dance scene inspired millions of TikTok recreations using Lady Gaga’s song “Bloody Mary,” sparking a 1,800% spike in Spotify streams, prompting Lady Gaga to join in and to join the show as a guest star in Season 2, which was announced during her captivating performance at Netflix Tudum 2025.
Wednesday has earned worldwide critical acclaim, garnering 50 award nominations and 17 wins, including Emmys®, Golden Globes and the SAG Awards. As the franchise grows, it extends beyond the screen with immersive experiences at Netflix House and creative brand partnerships, including Wendy’s US, McDonald’s France, Burger King Spain, Nu Bank LATAM, and Cheetos US and Latin America. Already renewed for a third season, Wednesday returns with Season 2 part 1 on August 6 and part 2 on September 3.
Wednesday on Netflix – August 6, 2025
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Wednesday on Netflix offers a hand at the Logies
