Wednesday Season 2 Star Steve Buscemi Reveals New Character Detail, Reflects On Reuniting With Jenna Ortega & Tim Burton

Steve Buscemi reveals new details about his character in Wednesday season 2. Created by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, Wednesday follows the iconic Addams daughter as she navigates Nevermore Academy while attempting to master her psychic abilities, prevent a killing spree, and solve the mystery that puzzled her parents long ago. Season 2 is currently in production and is set to continue the story with Wednesday’s returning cast and new additions, including Buscemi. Specific details of Buscemi’s role remain mostly under wraps, but his character is named Barry Dort, and he will be the new principal of Nevermore Academy.

During an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Buscemi spoke about his experience filming Wednesday season 2, where he worked with Ortega and reunited with director Tim Burton after two decades. Buscemi previously collaborated with Burton on Big Fish (2003) and described working with him again as an exciting return. Additionally, he noted that he enjoyed working with Ortega on the upcoming film Klara and the Sun. Buscemi also discussed the experience of filming Wednesday season 2 in Dublin, Ireland. Check out his comments below:

I can say that I loved working with Jenna. I had worked with her earlier in the year on Klara and the Sun in New Zealand so I got to know her a little bit before then working with her on Wednesday. It was a really fun set. We shot it in Dublin. It doesn’t take place in Ireland, but that’s where we were shooting for months and months. It was a wonderful place to live and work. I also got to work with Tim Burton again. It had been over 20 years since we did Big Fish together. I’m such a huge fan of his and the way he works, his energy, the way he sees the world. I also got to work with the rest of the cast, too, because I have some scenes with all of the Addams family and my character. I’ve been a big fan of The Addams Family since I was a kid so it was surreal and very exciting. It was a really, really fun experience.

What This Means For Wednesday Season 2

Steve Buscemi Joins A Strong Cast

Buscemi’s involvement in Wednesday season 2 adds another major name to the series, reinforcing the show’s appeal beyond its returning cast. Known for his work in Boardwalk Empire, Fargo, and Reservoir Dogs, Buscemi’s ability to balance eccentric humor with darker themes makes him a fitting addition to the show’s gothic tone. His past collaboration in Big Fish with Burton suggests a strong creative alignment, making his role particularly notable, and as a way that Wednesday season 2 is different from season 1.

As of 2025, Wednesday season 2 has become the largest production to take place in Ireland in terms of spending (via Variety).

Also, his confirmation that he shares scenes with the entire Addams Family indicates that his character could carry narrative weight. In season 1, Morticia (Catherine Zeta-Jones), Gomez (Luiz Guzmán), and Pugsley (Isaac Ordonez) played limited roles, while Wednesday remained the central focus. Buscemi’s interactions with all of them suggest a shift in storytelling, potentially giving the family a more active presence in season 2. Whether he is an ally, adversary, or something in between, his role is likely integral to the season’s overarching plot. However, with no set release date in 2025, time will tell what Buscemi’s role entails in Wednesday.

Our Take On Steve Buscemi’s Wednesday Season 2 Role

Buscemi As Barry Dort Could Bring A Lot To Wednesday’s Table

Steve Buscemi’s addition to Wednesday season 2 is a strong choice, given his history with Tim Burton and his ability to play unconventional and memorable characters. His confirmation that he interacts with the entire Addams Family also raises questions about his role and how he fits into season 2’s narrative. With production well underway, Wednesday season 2 is bringing in familiar talent while introducing new elements that could expand Nevermore Academy.

Source: THR, Variety