Netflix’s Wednesday has never shied away from dark, twisted storylines. But Season 3 is already sparking a firestorm of parental backlash — and it all stems from one rumor: that the new season may explore a romantic subplot between Wednesday Addams and her werewolf best friend, Enid.
Parents Say Netflix Has Gone Too Far
Outraged parents are taking to social media, claiming the supposed storyline is “inappropriate for young viewers”. One viral post reads:
“I felt absolutely disgusted when my daughter told me about these rumors. Wednesday used to be edgy and fun — now it feels like an agenda. If this is true, I don’t want my kids watching it.”
Others accuse Netflix of “sneaking in themes children aren’t ready for”, with heated threads flooding Facebook parenting groups and TikTok comment sections.
Fandom Divided
While some viewers are celebrating the possibility of an LGBT romance as bold and progressive, others insist it’s a betrayal of the show’s original spirit. The fandom has once again split into warring camps — mirroring the chaos of the Xavier vs. Tyler love triangle debate from Season 2.
A fan on Twitter declared:
“If they ruin Wednesday with unnecessary romance again, I’m done with this show.”
But another shot back:
“Representation matters. If Wednesday loves Enid, let her! That would be iconic.”
Netflix Staying Silent
So far, Netflix has refused to confirm or deny the rumors, adding fuel to the speculation. Industry insiders whisper that the streaming giant may be testing fan reaction before deciding how far to push the storyline.
Could It Break the Show?
Critics warn that the controversy could make or break Season 3. If the rumors turn out to be true, Wednesday could either win praise for daring representation — or face a massive parental boycott unlike anything Netflix has seen before.
One thing is certain: the debate is only just beginning, and Wednesday Addams has once again become the center of cultural chaos.