Ep 13. Family Portrait

The Munsters was a popular 1960s American sitcom that followed the lives of a family of monsters living in suburban America. The family, consisting of Frankenstein's monster-like Herman, his vampire wife Lily, their werewolf son Eddie, and Lily's father, Grandpa, lived in a spooky mansion in Mockingbird Heights. The show was known for its humor and quirky characters, and was considered a cult classic.

Season 1 episode 13, entitled "Family Portrait," sees the Munsters deciding to take a family portrait. They head to the local photography studio, where they are greeted by an uptight and clearly uncomfortable photographer named Mr. Harker. The family is excited to pose for the portrait, but Harker is less than thrilled at the prospect of working with such unusual clients.

As Harker tries to arrange the family for the portrait, chaos ensues. Herman's size and strength cause him to accidentally knock over several props, Eddie's werewolf nature makes it difficult for him to sit still, and Grandpa keeps trying to throw magic dust in Harker's face. Lily tries to keep everyone under control, but even she can't prevent Harker from becoming agitated and frustrated.

Despite the challenges, Harker manages to snap a few good photos, but the Munsters aren't satisfied. They want the portrait to be more spooky and atmospheric, so they demand that Harker take them to a nearby abandoned mansion for a second attempt. Harker reluctantly agrees, and the family heads to the creepy old house.

Once they arrive, Harker becomes increasingly frightened and uneasy. The Munsters, on the other hand, are having a great time posing and preening for the camera. They ignore Harker's pleas to leave and continue to make a spectacle of themselves.

As the photo shoot comes to an end, Harker tries to make a quick escape. But he soon discovers that he's locked in the house with the Munsters. They reveal that they never had any intention of letting him leave, as they plan to keep him as a permanent fixture in their mansion.

The episode ends on a comedic note, with Harker becoming resigned to his fate as the Munsters' captive. The family happily poses for their spooky family portrait, pleased with their unique and unconventional image.

"Family Portrait" is a classic episode of The Munsters, showcasing the show's trademark humor and horror themes. The family's antics, along with Harker's mounting panic, make for an entertaining viewing experience. The episode also serves as a reminder of the enduring appeal of the show, which has remained a beloved cult classic for over 50 years.