Netflix is officially expanding its Wednesday universe with a spin‑off centered on Uncle Fester, the eccentric, bald uncle made popular by Fred Armisen. The announcement was confirmed during Armisen’s appearance on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon.

What’s Confirmed

Fred Armisen is returning to play Uncle Fester.

The spin‑off is in early development. Details like the full cast, storyline, and release date are still under wraps.

Netflix wants to build more within the Addams Family universe — Fester seems to be a strong choice for leading a new show.

What Might Be Next

Some fan theories suggest it could be a prequel, exploring Fester’s mysterious past, perhaps his relationship to other Addams family members, or adventures before or outside of Nevermore Academy.

It’s unclear yet if major characters like Wednesday, Morticia, Gomez, or others will appear. Possibly as cameos.

Why it Matters

The character of Uncle Fester, though not the main protagonist, has been a fan favorite thanks to his eccentricity, comedic relief, and quirky energy. Giving him a lead role could offer a fresh tone — weird, humorous, creepy, and unpredictable in the best way.

Also, this move follows Netflix’s strategy of building “shared universes” around hits — leveraging popular supporting characters to deepen storytelling & keep audiences engaged. Wednesday has been massively successful, so spinning off beloved side characters makes business sense.

What We Don’t Know (Yet)

No confirmed release window. Possibly sometime in 2026 or later, given it’s early in production.

Unclear who is writing/directing, and how involved Tim Burton or Jenna Ortega will be.

If you loved Uncle Fester’s oddball moments in Wednesday, this spin‑off might be exactly what fans have been waiting for. With Fred Armisen on board and Netflix officially developing the series, it’s a “weird and wonderful” ride that promises more Addams Family weirdness — just from a very different angle. Stay tuned for more details.