Wednesday: The true meaning of the Netflix original series' heroine's name


Many people wonder why the show's main character is named Wednesday.

The creators of Wednesday wanted to pay tribute to one of the most beloved and iconic characters in film history - Wednesday Addams from The Addams Family.

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Like the Addams Family, Wednesday is dark and mysterious but incredibly strong and independent.

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Upon first glance, the name may seem odd to the main protagonist. However, upon further investigation, it's clear why Wednesday was chosen as the title character's name.

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The real story behind the main character Wednesday's name in the new Netflix original series is surprisingly poignant.

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Wednesday is a strong, independent young woman with a mysterious past, just like Wednesday Addams.

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