Catherine Zeta-Jones Wants Danny DeVito as Cousin Itt in Wednesday
Catherine Zeta-Jones, who mesmerized audiences as Morticia Addams in Netflix’s Wednesday, just proposed the perfect casting for fan-favorite character Cousin Itt: Danny DeVito.
During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Zeta-Jones playfully suggested DeVito for the hairy, gibberish-speaking Addams Family member, saying, “He’s gonna kill me for saying that, but he’d be amazing!” The comment has since gone viral, with fans enthusiastically backing the idea.
Why Danny DeVito Would Be Perfect for Cousin Itt
Cousin Itt, the tiny, fully fur-covered relative, is known for his chaotic charm—a role DeVito could nail effortlessly. From Taxi to It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, DeVito has built a career on eccentric, scene-stealing performances.
Zeta-Jones, whose portrayal of Morticia was praised for its gothic allure, joked, “Imagine Danny under all that hair, muttering in his iconic voice.” Given DeVito’s history with quirky roles (The Penguin in Batman Returns, Frank Reynolds in Always Sunny), the casting feels oddly genius.
Fan Reactions: Memes, Campaigns, and Hype
Social media exploded with support for the idea. Highlights include:
– “Danny DeVito as Cousin Itt is the crossover we deserve.”
– “Netflix, make this happen or we riot.”
Some fans even suggested Always Sunny co-star Charlie Day voicing Itt’s gibberish for extra hilarity.
Could This Actually Happen?
While Zeta-Jones’ pitch was lighthearted, DeVito is no stranger to unexpected roles. No official confirmation exists, but with Wednesday Season 2 in development and spin-off rumors swirling, the door is open.
Netflix’s Wednesday broke records in 2022, and adding DeVito to the cast (alongside Jenna Ortega, Luis Guzmán, and Fred Armisen) could elevate the show’s dark comedy even further.
What’s Next for Wednesday and the Addams Family?
With Season 2 confirmed and new characters likely, Cousin Itt’s debut seems plausible. Whether DeVito accepts the role (or jokingly “kills” Zeta-Jones for suggesting it) remains to be seen.
One thing’s certain: fans are ready for this iconic pairing.
Stay tuned for more Wednesday updates—and let us know: Should Danny DeVito play Cousin Itt?
