Step aside, Wednesday Addams of yore, there's a new morbid maven in town! Netflix's "Wednesday" takes the iconic character from everyone's favorite kooky family and weaves a dark, witty, and surprisingly endearing coming-of-age story that will have you saying, "Snap, snap!" before you can grab a slice of nightshade pizza.

Jenna Ortega embodies the titular character with both deadpan perfection and surprising emotional depth. She's wonderfully sardonic, masterfully delivering Wednesday's signature quips with a side-eye that could curdle milk at ten paces. But beneath the goth exterior lies a glimmer of vulnerability, a flicker of empathy that peeks through as she navigates the treacherous waters of high school (complete with piranhas of popularity and werewolves of cliques).

The supporting cast is equally fantastic. Catherine Zeta-Jones and Luis Guzmán are delightfully kooky as Morticia and Gomez Addams, channeling the characters' essence while adding their own comedic flair. There's the ever-faithful Thing, Emma Myers' bubbly and optimistic Enid Sinclair (Wednesday's polar opposite roommate), and a host of other quirky classmates and Nevermore Academy staff who keep the story peppered with personality.

Visually, the show is a treat. Tim Burton's influence is clear in the show's aesthetic, with dark, whimsical sets and costumes that perfectly capture the Addams Family vibe. The cinematography is equally stylish, utilising Dutch angles and dramatic lighting to highlight Wednesday's world in all its macabre glory.

Sure, there might be moments where the plot takes a few detours into familiar teen drama territory, and some jokes land with a thud rather than a guffaw. But overall, "Wednesday" is a refreshingly original and darkly funny series that stays true to the spirit of the Addams Family while offering a modern twist. It's a show that will have you craving more nightshade, piranha-free friendships, and of course, Wednesday's signature deadpan wit. So, pour yourself a goblet of hemlock juice, dim the lights, and prepare to be entertained... Addams style!