Ep 17. Mother Lurch Visits the Addams Family

Mother Lurch Visits the Addams Family is the seventeenth episode of the first season of the classic TV show, The Addams Family. This episode originally aired on January 19, 1965, and is a fan favorite among viewers of the show.

The episode begins with Lurch, the Addams family butler, receiving a letter from his mother informing him that she will be visiting him soon. Lurch becomes increasingly nervous at the prospect of his mother visiting because he is worried that she will disapprove of the Addams family's unusual lifestyle.

Meanwhile, Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Pugsley, and Uncle Fester are all excited for Lurch's mother's arrival. They prepare for her visit by cleaning the house and making sure everything is perfect for her arrival.

When Lurch's mother, Mrs. Lurch, finally arrives, she is shocked and dismayed by the Addams family's lifestyle. She disapproves of their macabre decorations, their love of darkness and death, and their affinity for unusual pets such as a giant octopus and a man-eating plant.

Despite her initial shock, Mrs. Lurch quickly becomes enamored with the Addams family. She finds herself drawn to Morticia's beauty and elegance, Gomez's charm and wit, and Wednesday and Pugsley's mischievousness. She even bonds with Uncle Fester over their shared love of explosives.

As the episode progresses, Mrs. Lurch's stay with the Addams family becomes increasingly eventful. She becomes involved in a séance, tames the man-eating plant, and even performs a lively dance with Lurch himself.

Throughout the episode, Lurch struggles with his mother's disapproval of the Addams family's unconventional lifestyle. He worries that she will be ashamed of him and the life he has chosen to lead.

In the end, Lurch's fears are put to rest when his mother tells him that she is proud of him and the Addams family. She admits that while their lifestyle is not what she would choose for herself, she can see that they are all happy and living life on their own terms. She even compliments Lurch on his impeccable butling skills.

Overall, Mother Lurch Visits the Addams Family is a heartwarming and humorous episode that showcases both the humor and the heart of the Addams family. It is a must-watch for fans of the show and a great introduction for those who are new to it.