Ep 17. Mother Lurch Visits the Addams Family

In The Addams Family season 1 episode 17, Mother Lurch Visits the Addams Family, the Addams family's loyal butler, Lurch, receives a visit from his overbearing and critical mother. The Addamses gladly welcome her into their home, but immediately realize that Mother Lurch is not quite used to their unconventional way of living.

As the episode unfolds, the Addams family attempts to put on their best behavior to please Mother Lurch, but their efforts are in vain when she starts objecting to their macabre hobbies, such as playing with swords and throwing knives. She also disapproves of their pet lion, Meatball, and their fascination with death and the afterlife.

While Gomez tries to charm her with his best etiquette and Morticia tries to show her the beauty of their family traditions, Mother Lurch becomes more and more intolerant of their lifestyle. Matters come to a head when she refuses to attend Fester's magic show, claiming that he is on the path to eternal damnation.

However, the turning point of the episode comes when Mother Lurch remembers her love for music and Lurch plays her favorite song on the organ. This touching moment brings about a change of heart in Mother Lurch, and she finally acknowledges the beauty in the Addams family's way of life.

In the end, Mother Lurch comes to accept and even appreciate the Addamses' eccentricities, and the family celebrates by having a macabre party in her honor. This heartwarming episode showcases the importance of accepting others for who they are and the power of music to bring people together.