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Wednesday Season 2 returned to Netflix, and the reviews online are impeccable. According to Rotten Tomatoes, the first half of the season opened with 86% on the Tomatometer, based on 42 reviews. That’s already higher than the 73% the first season got back in 2022. It’s still early, sure, but it does suggest people are reacting a bit differently this time.
On the audience side, the reaction hasn’t been that far off. The Popcorn Score landed at 74%, based on over 50 ratings. That number might still move around, depending on how the rest of the season lands. But right now, it feels like there’s some agreement happening, both from critics and from the people just watching at home.
A return to Nevermore and more screen time for the family
Wednesday Season 2 picks up directly after the events of the first. Wednesday Addams is back at Nevermore Academy, starting her second year. There are still loose ends from before, and the new episodes introduce more than just a continuation. They also widen the spotlight. Gomez and Morticia, for example, show up more often in this part of the story.
That shift was noticed. Several reviews, including one by Felipe Rangel at Screen Rant, mentioned that expanding the cast’s involvement came at a cost. Enid, who had a central role in season 1 and formed one of the show’s strongest character dynamics, appears less this time. The change in her screen presence was highlighted as a difference worth noting, especially for viewers who had connected with her story arc.
What the critics are seeing so far
The tone of the reviews has been largely positive. Jenna Ortega continues to lead the series, and her performance is still considered a major reason for its appeal. Her presence gives weight to scenes that might otherwise feel scattered. The continuation of unresolved plotlines from the earlier episodes also worked in the show’s favor, with many noting the smooth transition between seasons.
Some critics brought up pacing. With more characters in play and a slightly wider scope, there are moments where the storyline feels stretched. Not in a structural sense, but in how focus moves from one thread to another. The series has not abandoned its style, though. Visually, it stays consistent. And the mix of dark mystery with dry humor remains intact.
There is a familiarity in the way it unfolds. Even with new additions and rearrangements, it does not feel like a different show. That sense of continuity seems to be one of the reasons why the reception is not only stable, but improving.
A new approach to release format
This time, Netflix decided to split the season of Wednesday into two parts. The first four episodes are already available. The second half, which includes the remaining four episodes, is set to arrive on September 3. That shift in strategy marks a clear break from season 1, which launched all episodes at once.
Because of this, the Rotten Tomatoes score currently available refers only to part one. Screen Rant confirmed that additional reviews are expected to drop closer to the release date of part two. So any change in critical consensus will depend on how that final portion lands.
The staggered release gives viewers a bit of breathing room between the two halves. It also gives Wednesday time to hold attention over a longer stretch, instead of being discussed only within the first few days.
Comparing scores and what they reflect
The increase from 73% to 86% on the Tomatometer is a factual comparison. It reflects a stronger critical response to what has been released so far. While not every review was entirely glowing, the tone has shifted toward approval. That can be tied to several elements, not just the story, but also adjustments in character use and pacing.
None of the reviews suggests that the show went through a major reinvention. The setting, structure, and general tone are all aligned with season 1. What has changed is where attention goes. Who gets more scenes? Which storylines move to the front? Those changes, even when small, can make a difference in how the show is perceived.
Wednesday season 2 reception holds steady with more to come
The remaining episodes could reinforce the current momentum or pull the numbers in another direction. Right now, the show is in a favorable place. It has established itself in the first half, addressed some of the open threads, and introduced new ones. What happens next may alter how the season is remembered, especially once the full arc is visible.
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Once all eight episodes are available, the final score might go up or down. But based on the data from part one, the show has done enough to earn attention. It may not be reinventing itself, but it has clearly refined some aspects that matter.
At this stage, Wednesday season 2 holds the highest Rotten Tomatoes rating of the series. That could change. Or not. The second half will decide how the story settles. For now, the series remains firmly in view, both critically and publicly, and the numbers support that.
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