Wednesday Season 2, Part 1 – My Thoughts So Far (Spoiler-Free Review)

Well, spooky friends, our favourite goth girl is back! Wednesday has returned to Netflix, and Season 2, Part 1 is already proving that lightning can strike twice. I’ll be honest—I went into this season a little nervous. Season 1 set the bar high with its perfect mix of mystery, snark, and Tim Burton flair. Could the magic last? After watching these first four episodes, I can happily say… Wednesday is still killing it (sometimes literally). The Vibe: Darker, Moodier, and More Burtonesque Right from the start, you can feel the shift. Season 2 leans harder into its gothic roots—creepier settings, moodier lighting, and even stranger supernatural twists. If Season 1 was a spooky school year, Season 2 feels like an all-out gothic drama. Nevermore Academy practically breathes with haunted energy now, and I love it. The candlelit corridors, the eerie grounds, the unsettling artwork—it’s like the school itself is a character. And let’s give credit where it’s due: Tim Burton a...