Wednesday’s Delay Backlash Could’ve Been Avoided With One Simple Netflix Strategy

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For approximately two years now, since the premiere of Wednesday on Netflix, if the streaming service aims to avoid delays with future episodes, it might be beneficial to adopt a strategy similar to one used by a previous horror series. The second season of Wednesday is scheduled to air in two segments, with one segment arriving in August and the remaining portion following in September.

The first season of the series titled “Wednesday” premiered around Thanksgiving in 2022, narrowly missing an October release for a Halloween launch. However, capitalizing on viewers’ availability for a binge-watch during the November holiday proved successful. Not only did it break initial viewership records, but “Wednesday” continues to hold the title as Netflix’s most-watched show ever, according to Tudum.

Although Wednesday has achieved great popularity and Jenna Ortega’s growing fame contributes to its cultural impact, Netflix did not hastily produce season 2 of Wednesday. Long delays between seasons are undeniably disappointing for fans, but by examining another Netflix series that concluded in 2020, we can see how they can prevent similar issues in future seasons.

Wednesday Can Avoid Delays With Holiday Episodes Like Chilling Adventures Of Sabrina

Wednesday Should Take A Page Out Of Sabrina’s Netflix Playbook

In numerous aspects, “Wednesday” could serve as an excellent substitute for viewers yearning for the vibe of “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina.” Both shows draw from pre-existing intellectual properties and share a love for supernatural horror elements, with strong female leads at their core. Despite “Chilling Adventures of Sabrina” being canceled following two years, it made use of holiday specials to keep the story alive.

In a simpler and more conversational manner: Instead of waiting for long gaps between episodes as we did in season 1, let’s consider creating holiday-themed episodes similar to “A Midwinter’s Tale” special from Chilling Adventures of Sabrina. This would help maintain a consistent release schedule without any significant delays.

To maintain a more consistent structure in upcoming seasons, it might be wiser for Wednesday not to follow the pattern of using special episodes so closely connected to the main season, as was the case with Sabrina. Instead, releasing bonus episodes during the breaks between seasons could alleviate some frustration if Netflix anticipates significant delays in future season releases.

The episode “A Midwinter’s Tale” from Chilling Adventures of Sabrina took an unusual turn by delving into various Christmas legends, yet it seamlessly fit with the ongoing narrative. Interestingly, the series managed to interweave holiday themes without forsaking its horror roots, a technique that could potentially be employed in the show “Wednesday”.

Past Addams Family Projects Have Shown Why Wednesday Holiday Specials Would Work

The Addams Family Already Has A History With Holiday Celebrations

With Wednesday Addams still attending Nevermore Academy and her brother Pugsley now enrolled as well, there’s ample room for holiday-themed episodes. Perhaps during Christmas or winter break, Wednesday and Pugsley might return home to join in the usual Addams Family antics.

Indeed, the iconic TV series “The Addams Family,” airing in the ’60s, distinctly celebrated numerous festivities, such as Halloween and Christmas, through episodes centered around these occasions. Moreover, it showcased various family get-togethers and parties. The 1977 special reunion also revolved around Halloween. Unlike the movies from the ’90s, which didn’t center on any holidays, they still effectively demonstrated that the Addams Family could generate compelling narratives through unique events and gatherings.

If Netflix decides to produce a third season of Wednesday, there might be an unexpected bonus episode added to the mix. This could help reduce the long wait between seasons or serve as a link in a multi-part season. As streaming platforms have been known to adjust their release strategies over time, it’s not unthinkable that something unexpected may occur.

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2025-07-07 02:27