Wednesday has assembled a memorable ensemble of outcasts, normies, and supernatural beings. From the iconic protagonist to divisive love interests, here's our definitive ranking of every significant character.
S-Tier: Perfect Characters
1. Wednesday Addams Obviously. Jenna Ortega's portrayal redefined the character for a new generation. Deadpan, intelligent, secretly caring—Wednesday is a protagonist who earns every moment of screen time.
2. Thing The breakout star. A disembodied hand has no right being this expressive, funny, and emotionally affecting. Victor Dorobantu deserves awards recognition.
3. Enid Sinclair The perfect foil. Emma Myers brings warmth that balances Wednesday's coldness. Their friendship is the show's heart.
A-Tier: Excellent Characters
4. Gomez Addams Luis Guzmán brings genuine warmth to the devoted father. His love for Morticia and Wednesday is undeniable.
5. Morticia Addams Catherine Zeta-Jones is ethereal and commanding. Her complicated relationship with Wednesday adds depth.
6. Uncle Fester Fred Armisen's brief appearance was delightful. A perfect Fester.
7. Principal Weems Gwendoline Christie brought gravitas and mystery. Her dynamic with Wednesday crackled.
B-Tier: Good Characters
8. Eugene The bee-loving outcast with genuine sweetness. His friendship with Wednesday feels earned.
9. Ajax Gorgon boyfriend goals. His relationship with Enid is adorable.
10. Bianca Barclay The siren queen. Initially an antagonist, she becomes more complex. Great character development.
11. Pugsley Addams Limited screen time but effective. The sibling dynamic works.
C-Tier: Divisive Characters
12. Xavier Thorpe The brooding artist. Some fans love him; others find him underwhelming. Percy Hynes White does fine work, but the character needs more depth.
13. Tyler Galpin Controversial for Season 1 reasons. The character works as a twist, but the romance leading up to it divided audiences.
14. Dr. Kinbott Necessary but sometimes slow. The therapy scenes serve a purpose but can drag.
D-Tier: Weak Points
15. Marilyn Thornhill / Laurel Gates Christina Ricci's casting was inspired, but the character's motivation felt rushed. The reveal deserved more buildup.
16. Sheriff Galpin Functional antagonist but one-note. The "suspicious of outcasts" trope is tired.
17. Various Students Background outcasts that never got development. Future seasons could flesh them out.
How We Ranked
Our criteria:
Performance: Does the actor elevate the material? Character Depth: Are there layers to explore? Show Impact: How important are they to Wednesday's journey? Fan Reception: How do audiences respond? Rewatchability: Are their scenes worth revisiting?
Wednesday's ensemble is generally strong. Even "lower" ranked characters serve the story—there aren't many truly weak links.