Winona Ryder, known for her role in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, will guest star in the third season of Netflix's Wednesday. The announcement highlights her collaboration with Tim Burton and the show's creators.
The newsletter from Book Riot reports recent developments in mystery and thriller entertainment, including a notable casting update for Netflix's Wednesday. Winona Ryder is set to appear as a guest star in the Season 3 premiere of the series. This comes after her recent work in Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, directed by Tim Burton.
Creators Al Gough and Miles Millar expressed enthusiasm about Ryder's involvement. They stated, “‘When it comes to Outcasts, Winona Ryder is the GOAT,’ said Gough & Millar. ‘Her legendary partnership with Tim Burton has defined some of cinema’s most unforgettable characters. We loved collaborating with her on Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and couldn’t be more thrilled to welcome her to Nevermore.’” The quote underscores Ryder's established connection to Burton's projects and her fit for the show's theme of outcasts at Nevermore Academy.
Variety is cited as providing further details on the casting. Fans of Ryder are encouraged to catch up on previous seasons of Wednesday before the new episodes. This guest appearance adds to the ongoing buzz around adaptations in the mystery genre, blending Ryder's iconic roles with the supernatural elements of the series.
The newsletter also mentions other mystery news, such as an upcoming author event and various adaptations, but the Ryder announcement stands out for its ties to recent film releases.