Tim Burton’s gothic hit about Wednesday Addams at a school for outcasts was filmed entirely in Romania – where a mountain castle became Nevermore Academy and the streets of Bucharest built its eerie, storybook world.
Where was Wednesday filmed?
Wednesday was filmed across Romania – Cantacuzino Castle as Nevermore Academy, with studios and locations around Bucharest.
Every Wednesday location, explained
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Nevermore Academy – Cantacuzino Castle
The school for outcasts used Cantacuzino Castle in Bușteni, in the Carpathian mountains of Romania.
2
The town of Jericho
The nearby town used real Romanian towns and Transylvanian villages.
3
Bucharest – the studios
Interiors and sets were built at studios in and around Bucharest.
4
The Gates Mansion
The mysterious mansion used a manor in the Romanian countryside.
Planning a visit
Cantacuzino Castle in the Carpathians – the real Nevermore Academy – is a striking, visitable Romanian landmark.
Wednesday Fun Facts
1
Filmed in Romania The series was shot entirely in Romania.
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A Carpathian castle Nevermore Academy used Cantacuzino Castle in the Romanian mountains.
3
A Tim Burton series The show came from director Tim Burton.
4
That dance Wednesday’s jerky solo dance became a viral phenomenon.
5
A Netflix smash The series became one of Netflix’s biggest hits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Wednesday filmed?
Across Romania – Cantacuzino Castle as Nevermore Academy, with studios around Bucharest.
What castle is Nevermore Academy?
Cantacuzino Castle in Bușteni, Romania.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – Cantacuzino Castle is a visitable Romanian landmark.
Who directed Wednesday?
Tim Burton (much of the series).
Who stars in Wednesday?
Jenna Ortega as Wednesday Addams.
