The twisted world of Wednesday has fans hooked, and with Season 2 delivering jaw-dropping moments, one character’s arc has sparked endless debate: Tyler Galpin, played by Hunter Doohan. As the human-turned-Hyde who once charmed Wednesday Addams, Tyler’s journey from coffee shop barista to unhinged monster has left viewers reeling. A fan theory about a pivotal, deadly scene involving Tyler and Wednesday has set social media ablaze, but Doohan himself has stepped in to set the record straight, offering tantalizing hints about his character’s motives and what lies ahead in the Netflix hit’s second half.
In Season 1, Tyler’s shocking reveal as the Hyde responsible for a string of murders turned his budding romance with Wednesday (Jenna Ortega) upside down. Season 2, Part 1, which dropped on August 6, 2025, finds him confined to Willow Hill Psychiatric Hospital, grappling with abandonment and rage. His reunion with Wednesday in Episode 2 is electric yet fraught, as Tyler’s hopes of rekindling their connection are dashed when he realizes she’s only there for information. This betrayal fuels his transformation into a more dangerous, untethered version of the Hyde, culminating in a chilling moment where he throws Wednesday out a window—a scene that sparked a viral fan-director that he was the one who threw her.
Doohan addressed this theory directly, clarifying that Tyler, as the Hyde, was indeed responsible for the act, but with a crucial distinction: while he brutally killed his former master, Laurel (Christina Ricci), he spared Wednesday the same fate. This difference, he suggests, hints at lingering feelings for her, despite his rage. The revelation has fans buzzing about whether Tyler’s actions reflect a spark of humanity or something more complex, especially as his bond with Laurel weakens, leaving him to navigate his Hyde nature without a master.
The show’s creators, Alfred Gough and Miles Millar, have crafted a multi-layered Tyler, and Doohan’s performance brings this to life. He describes Tyler as a character wrestling with rage and pain, yet not fully a villain. The actor hints that Part 2, premiering September 3, 2025, will peel back more layers, revealing what drives Tyler now that he’s free. The mystery surrounding his Hyde abilities, fed only by Laurel’s manipulative half-truths, promises unexpected twists as he discovers new facets of his powers.
Fans are also buzzing about Tyler’s future in Season 3, confirmed by Netflix, with Doohan expressing enthusiasm for continuing the journey. His comments about wanting to explore a romantic comedy role hint at his versatility, seen in his upcoming horror project Evil Dead Burn and the grounded drama The Wilderness, set for release on October 17, 2025. Yet, his heart remains with Wednesday, where he hopes to delve deeper into Tyler’s psyche, whether as a standalone character or part of a potential spinoff.
As Wednesday continues to captivate audiences, Tyler’s arc remains a lightning rod for speculation. Is he a tragic figure fighting his monstrous side, or a danger too far gone? With Part 2 set to amplify the chaos and Season 3 looming, Tyler’s story is far from over, promising more dark surprises in the Addams Family universe.
