As reported by Tudum by Netflix, executive producer Alfred Gough said, "Wednesday Season 1 was a table setter, but there's still so much of the world left to see. It's been exciting to expand the scope and the vision of the show this season." A sentiment agreed by co-creator and co-showrunner Miles Millar: "We have a broader canvas and more toys to play with. The world of Nevermore is much expanded -- and we had a great time doing it."
Aside from Ortega, her family members will also reprise their roles from the first season, with a few additions. Ortega also expanded her role for the second season and serves as a producer. She said of the experience, "I've learned so much this season. It's been so cool being a part of conversations -- talking about the color of blood or the color of prosthetics. To be able to learn from someone like Tim firsthand has been a very special experience."