Production on the highly anticipated third season of Netflix's hit series "Wednesday" has been temporarily paused after star Eva Green sustained a leg injury while filming near Dublin, Ireland . The 45-year-old actress, who is joining the cast as the enigmatic Aunt Ophelia, is reportedly recovering well after receiving medical treatment .

According to sources close to the production, the incident occurred earlier this month and was serious enough to warrant an immediate halt to filming . "This was really nasty," a production insider shared. "Eva sustained an injury and was clearly in pain and producers were taking no chances" . Medics were called to the set, and Green was transported to a hospital for further evaluation and care . Following her treatment, the production team has adjusted the shooting schedule to accommodate her recovery before resuming work .

Green was officially announced as a series regular for Season 3 in November 2025, and her casting as Ophelia Frump—the long-lost sister of Morticia Addams (Catherine Zeta-Jones)—has generated considerable buzz among fans . The character's presence was first teased at the end of Season 2, where a mysterious blonde figure was seen scrawling "Wednesday must die" on a wall . Showrunners have described Ophelia's emergence as a pivotal moment that will send shockwaves through the Addams family .

As one of Netflix's most successful original series and the platform's most-watched English-language show, the production holds significant weight for the streamer's content strategy . While a specific release date for the new season has not been announced, recent reports suggest that "Wednesday" Season 3 is unlikely to debut in 2026, with a possible release window in early 2027 . The series is known for its complex production, requiring extensive special effects and elaborate set designs that contribute to lengthy post-production timelines .

Green is no stranger to genre projects, having worked extensively with "Wednesday" director Tim Burton on films like "Dark Shadows," "Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children," and "Dumbo" . She is also widely recognized for her role as Vesper Lynd in the James Bond film "Casino Royale" . As the production gets back on track, the incident serves as a brief setback for a season fans are eagerly awaiting.