NEW - The Addams Family: Complete TV Series DVD

• COMPLETE COLLECTION: The Complete Original TV Series of 64 episodes from Seasons One, Two & Three

• CLASSIC SERIES: TV Series is in Black & White

• REGIONAL FORMAT: UK R2 Release. Requires a Region Free/Multizone DVD Player to play.

• TECHNICAL SPECS: Full Frame Version 4:3, 1.33:1 Aspect Ratio with Dolby Digital Stereo Sound

• COMPLETE EXPERIENCE: Total Series running time approximately 1,566 minutes

• ICONIC SERIES: Features the legendary performances of John Astin as Gomez and Carolyn Jones as Morticia

• PAL2 FORMAT: Optimized for European DVD players

Distributor: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Format: DVD Box Set

Region: Region 2 (UK, Europe)

Item Number: 027616093837

UPC: 5039036044752

Number of Discs: 9

Number of Episodes: 64

Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 (Full Frame)

Audio: Dolby Digital Stereo

Subtitles: English

Running Time: 1566 minutes

Rating: PG (Mild Horror Themes and Coarse Language)

Genre: TV Comedy/Horror

TV Standard: PAL2

Year of Release: 1964

Main Cast: John Astin, Carolyn Jones, Jackie Coogan, Ted Cassidy

Dimensions: 19 cm x 14 cm x 12 cm

Age Recommendation: 4+ Years

The Addams Family is a fictional family created by American cartoonist Charles Addams. They originally appeared in a series of 150 unrelated single-panel cartoons, about half of which were originally published in The New Yorker over a 50-year period from their inception in 1938.

The Addams are a satirical inversion of the ideal 20th-century American family: an odd wealthy aristocratic clan who delight in the macabre and are seemingly unaware or unconcerned that other people find them bizarre or frightening.

In 1964, a live-action television series premiered on ABC and ran for two seasons. The show was a hit, turning the characters into household names and establishing the familiar format that subsequent adaptations would follow.

The original TV series starred John Astin as Gomez Addams, Carolyn Jones as Morticia Addams, Jackie Coogan as Uncle Fester, Ted Cassidy as Lurch, and Lisa Loring as Wednesday Addams, among others.

The franchise has become a staple of popular culture. It has spawned a video game series, academic books, and soundtracks which are based around its Grammy-nominated theme song. The Addams Family has had a profound influence on American comics, cinema and television, and are seen as an inspiration for the goth subculture and its fashion.

Main Cast:

• John Astin as Gomez Addams - The eccentric, wealthy head of the Addams household

• Carolyn Jones as Morticia Addams - Gomez's elegant and macabre wife

• Jackie Coogan as Uncle Fester - Morticia's uncle who can generate electricity

• Ted Cassidy as Lurch - The family's towering butler

• Lisa Loring as Wednesday Addams - Gomez and Morticia's daughter

• Ken Weatherwax as Pugsley Addams - Gomez and Morticia's son

• Blossom Rock as Grandmama - Gomez's mother and a witch

Notable Characters:

• Thing - A disembodied hand that serves as the family's helper

• Cousin Itt (Felix Silla) - A cousin covered in hair who speaks in unintelligible gibberish

• Ophelia Frump (Carolyn Jones) - Morticia's sister with flowers in her hair

• Kitty Kat - The family's pet lion

The show was known for its unique characters and the actors' memorable performances that established the iconic Addams Family personality traits that endure in popular culture.

This complete series box set includes special features such as:

• Theme Song Karaoke - Sing along to the iconic Addams Family theme song

• Tombstone Trivia - Test your knowledge of The Addams Family series

• Cast Commentaries - Including hilarious commentaries by cast and crew

• Behind the Screams - A look at how the special effects were created

• Fester's Favorites - Jackie Coogan's selection of his favorite episodes

• Lurch's Library - A collection of Ted Cassidy's memorable "You rang?" moments

• Thing and Cousin Itt Commentary - A humorous special feature where these characters discuss their favorite scenes

• Original Promos - Vintage promotional materials from the original broadcast

• Photo Gallery - Rare behind-the-scenes photographs from the set

The 1960s Addams Family TV series had a significant impact on popular culture that continues to resonate today:

• Iconic Theme Song: The finger-snapping theme composed by Vic Mizzy is instantly recognizable worldwide

• Catchphrases: Introduced famous catchphrases like Lurch's "You rang?" and Gomez's passionate "Cara mia!"

• Visual Style: The gothic aesthetic and macabre humor established a unique visual identity that influenced countless future productions

• Character Archetypes: Created enduring character types that have been referenced and parodied in numerous TV shows and films

• Franchise Legacy: Spawned multiple adaptations including feature films, animated series, video games, and a Broadway musical

• Subculture Influence: Served as an inspiration for the goth subculture and dark comedy genre

• Halloween Icon: The characters have become staples of Halloween celebrations and costume parties

The Addams Family continues to be beloved for its combination of macabre elements with family values, showcasing that being different doesn't mean being dysfunctional.

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