This new series, Netflix’s Wednesday by Tim Burton, is incredibly popular within a very short timeframe across the world with strange characters, full of quirks and complexity. As Wednesday Addams delves deeper into the mystery of Nevermore Academy, she finds herself amidst a mixed company of friends and foes along with everything in between. It brings depth to the entire show with every character contributing to an important role both in terms of the plot and in the exploration of Wednesday.
We ranked here the top 10 on Wednesday by their likability, charm, and the impact they caused in the story. From amazing sidekicks to deep antagonists, here are the characters that made the show steal.
10. Tyler Galpin
Tyler Galpin, played by Hunter Doohan, is actually the quintessential charming small-town guy but has a painful past of his own. So during his interaction with Wednesday, especially being in a budding romantic way, he seems to be just sweet and understanding. His vulnerability brings comfort to the viewers easily and they enjoy watching his friendships developed with Wednesday.
9. Marilyn Thornhill
As seen and will become seen again, the older family supporters are sure to appreciate those hints of nostalgia injected with this appearance by Christina Ricci taking over Marilyn Thornhill’s portrayal role from being a warm friendly over-optimistic schoolteacher botany instructor; however, that is only seen and developed until the very start before charming her way through filling an initial part of Nevermore with bright feelings in that somewhat bleak yet enigmatic darkness.
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8. Principal Larissa Weems
Gwendoline Christie plays Principal Larissa Weems, a highly complex, authoritative, and morally ambiguous character. She is introduced as Wednesday’s rival but later becomes a significant ally in the investigation process. However, she has her flaws.
7. Bianca Barclay
At first glance, the character of Bianca Barclay, played by Joy Sunday, is more akin to the stereotypical “mean girl” – gorgeous, cool, and a little snobbish. Immediately, she clashes with Wednesday, especially in that tense fencing session. But as the season unfolds, it turns out that Bianca is much more complex and realistic.
6. Xavier Thorpe
Xavier Thorpe, a sort of artistic torturer, is born with everything that he puts into drawing, and is played by Percy Hynes White. This reclusive mystical creature first sparks a romance between Xavier and Wednesday. The more times Xavier’s interpretation could be wrong, the times when he gets it so perfectly right, as well the very loyal friend of Wednesday at this point, where Wednesday even thought that Xavier could be the one killing her.
5. Eugene Ottinger
While this character is not necessarily known well by those on this list, Eugene Ottinger is one of the more pleasant characters because he stood by Wednesday, no matter what, and quirky but sweet is how he was played as a character. He was such a great friend to Wednesday, a member of the Nevermore Beekeeping Club. Here was her first true friend from high school.
4. Thing
Thing is probably the most lovable character on Wednesday. He is a disembodied hand that can sense. Although he does not say a word, his personality and loyalty to Wednesday make him stand out. His loyalty toward her, coupled with his wit and resourcefulness, brings daily joy throughout the show.
This is very useful in helping Wednesday out with planning and executing her schemes-things such as finding the perfect dance costume for her or playing the part he assumes in winning the Poe Cup challenge. He is a charismatic character and a favorite with his clever trickery that is hard to forget.
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3. Enid Sinclair
Enid Sinclair played by Emma Myers is nothing like Wednesday in every respect, and that is what makes a great character. Enid is colorful, bubbly, and relentlessly optimistic, making her the perfect foil to Wednesday’s cold and dark persona.
At first, though, Enid’s relentless cheerfulness can be a bit grating, but the real care for Wednesday, along with persistence in trying to be her friend, makes her lovable. Issues like not being able to “wolf out” and her strained relationship with her family add more complexity to Enid’s character. Her journey of acceptance, especially becoming a good friend to Wednesday, makes her one of the most likable and relatable characters in the series.
2. Wednesday Addams
The show is centered around Wednesday Addams, played by the talented Jenna Ortega. Wednesday begins as a cold, cynical, and sometimes just plain mean character, but viewers fall for her complexity quickly. Her dark humor, dry wit, and disdain for everything “normal” make her a standout figure in the series.
What separates Wednesday from other teen protagonists is her unapologetic sense of self. She doesn’t care that she’s weird and finds revulsion at sameness, making her in turn relatable and aspirational for so many viewers. As the series unfolds, we see her gradually open up to friendship with Enid and Xavier but never lose her edge. Jenna Ortega makes Wednesday shine through in real, especially in terms of acting intensity and drama, and her show reeled off a series with the most memorable and interesting characters.
1. Morticia Addams
The number one spot will be taken by nobody else than Catherine Zeta-Jones as Morticia Addams. It’s a role that the actress plays like a second skin, yet Catherine Zeta-Jones brings fresh and invigorating to the table. Her grace, savvy, and sinister charm show up on this film set, but her vulnerability is what shines most.
As the matriarch of the Addams family, Morticia takes great care of her children and husband. However, her interactions with Wednesday depict the loving but complicated persona within her. The strength of embracing her unorthodox family while offering wisdom and mystery defines Morticia. The whole thing is mesmerizing when played by Zeta-Jones and clearly, Morticia is at the heart of why Wednesday has worked so well.
Conclusion
Wednesday is full of odd characters so full of complexity and full of surprises. And the mopey Wednesday Addams herself with the lovable faithful Thing-and not forgetting the rest; they have all their quirks that bring magic to the show, which certainly cannot please everyone’s cup. Still, each of them is putting in efforts toward building something to be very vital to a story so richly complex to build. We can only see as the series goes by to be hoping for growth in the development of characters that are so capturing our attentions.
