The second season of the Netflix smash hit series Wednesday premieres in 2025. Even though the series is centered around teens, parents may wonder: Is Wednesday appropriate for kids? Let’s break down the show’s content to help you decide.
The show features the Addams family’s teenage daughter, Wednesday Addams, played by Jenny Ortega. The show, set at Nevermore Academy boarding school, is best described as a supernatural teen murder mystery.
Keep in mind that age ratings are simply suggestions — your child might be able to handle the show before age 14, or you may have a child older than 14 who finds it too scary. That’s where your discretion as a parent comes in.
If you’re a household that doesn’t mind a few swear words in the media you consume, this won’t be an issue. Some research has shown that exposing kids to curse words isn’t a bad thing — it can be a discussion-starter on when it’s appropriate to use strong language.
If your kids are still at an age when they might use a swear word inappropriately, and you want to keep their exposure to foul language to a minimum, Wednesday might not yet be right for your family.
Most of the characters in Wednesday are in high school so you can expect standard teen romance fare, including crushes and a few kissing scenes.
Wednesday’s parents get a little, ahem, overly affectionate with each other from time to time, much to their daughter’s annoyance, but they remain fully clothed at all times.
Wednesday is trying to solve the mystery of a monster who savagely kills people in the woods, so expect a fair amount of blood and gore throughout. The monster itself is terrifying, with a hunched back, long sharp claws, fangs, and huge eyes.
Wednesday is also obsessed with the macabre and speaks often about death and dying. At one point, she hides from the authorities in a refrigerated drawer in a morgue.
Wednesday is best suited for teens and older children who can handle scary imagery, supernatural themes, and mild profanity. While there is no explicit content, the violence and dark themes may not be suitable for younger viewers.
Any time your child asks to watch a new show, it’s generally a good idea to investigate it yourself first. That way, you can make an informed decision about what’s suitable for them. Parents need to be aware that shows, just like other online material, can expose your child to content they may not be ready to handle on their own.
Beyond TV shows, children are also exposed to concerning content on social media, messaging apps, and search platforms. BrightCanary helps parents supervise their child’s online activity, offering AI-powered alerts for inappropriate content on Apple devices, YouTube, Google, and social media.
While BrightCanary doesn’t cover Netflix yet, it provides the best parental monitoring across online platforms where children are most at risk. If your child is the type to look up YouTube fan theories about the shows they watch and chat with their friends about their current shows, it’s a good idea to stay informed about what they’re viewing and sharing online.
