Eva Green Joins Netflix’s ‘Wednesday’ as Haunting Aunt Ophelia

Eva Green has been cast as Aunt Ophelia in the highly anticipated third season of Netflix’s hit series, Wednesday. The French actress, renowned for her roles in films such as Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children and Dark Shadows, will portray Morticia Addams’s missing sister. This character’s ominous presence was first hinted at during the dramatic finale of Season 2, which aired earlier in 2025.

Aunt Ophelia Frump made a brief yet impactful appearance in the closing moments of Season 2. She was shown from behind, adorned with a flower crown while inscribing the ominous phrase, “Wednesday must die” on a wall. Morticia described her sister as missing after losing control of her powers as a Raven, echoing Wednesday’s own struggles with her psychic abilities. The season concluded with Morticia presenting Wednesday with Ophelia’s old journal, which triggered a disturbing vision of Ophelia trapped in a dungeon-like setting within Grandmama Hester’s mansion. This cliffhanger effectively set the stage for Ophelia’s full emergence in the upcoming season.

Showrunners Praise Green’s Unique Qualities

Showrunners Al Gough and Miles Millar expressed their enthusiasm for casting Green, stating she was their ideal choice for the role. They praised her as “elegant, haunting, and beautifully unpredictable,” emphasizing that her inclusion would expand the world of Wednesday and introduce new dimensions to the Addams family narrative. Green herself has expressed excitement about joining the series, eager to infuse her character with a “touch of cuckoo-ness.”

The casting of Green marks a reunion with director Tim Burton, a collaboration that has influenced the series’ distinctive tone. Millar remarked that Ophelia’s return would affect the family “like a bomb,” compelling Morticia to confront past traumas and unanswered questions. This storyline is poised to intensify the tension between the sisters while prompting Wednesday to wrestle with her own powers and destiny.

Aunt Ophelia’s Impact on the Addams Family Dynamics

The introduction of Aunt Ophelia adds a complex layer to the Addams family dynamic, positioning her as both a potential threat and a tragic figure. Her deep-rooted connections to Morticia and Wednesday ensure that her role will be pivotal in the unfolding drama. The foreboding tone set by her graffiti message hints at darker undertones for the upcoming season.

Since its debut, Wednesday has become one of Netflix’s most successful shows. Season 2 achieved remarkable success, becoming the fourth most-watched English-language series on the platform, following the record-breaking performance of Season 1, which remains the most-watched series overall. The returning cast features Jenna Ortega as Wednesday, 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 Emma Myers, Hunter Doohan, Joy Sunday, and others.

With Eva Green stepping into the role of Aunt Ophelia, Season 3 is anticipated to delve into darker themes. The chilling message “Wednesday must die” has already set a menacing tone, and Ophelia’s re-emergence is expected to challenge the Addams family in profound ways. As the series continues to captivate audiences, Green’s portrayal of Ophelia promises to make Wednesday’s next chapter both haunting and unpredictable, further solidifying the show’s status as Netflix’s biggest gothic hit.