Mother Lurch Visits the Addams Family

Season 1, Episode 17, Aired
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When Lurch's mother sends him a letter stating that she's coming for a visit, Lurch confesses to Gomez and Morticia that she doesn't know that he's just the servant. In an effort to save his pride, Mortica comes up with a plan, where she would pose as the maid and Gomez as the butler. However, her plan soon goes awry.moreless
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      • As Lurch's mom is leaving, Thing waves goodbye to her from a hole in a tree. You can see the arm inside the tree. Edit

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      • Ken Weatherwax and Lisa Loring do not appear in this episode. Edit
      • Although she had a well accomplished career in movies, guest star Ellen Corby is probably best known for her long running role as Grandma on the tv series The Waltons. Edit

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