The Addams Family

The Addams Family

Year: 2019

Runtime: 86 min

Language: English

Directors: Conrad Vernon, Greg Tiernan

FantasyHorrorComedyAnimationFamily

This animated adventure follows the famously macabre Addams Family as they navigate a new neighborhood and face an unexpected challenge. A relentlessly cheerful reality-TV host arrives, threatening their unique lifestyle, and they must prepare for a visit from a large group of distant relatives. The family’s spooky charm and unconventional traditions are put to the test in this humorous and heartwarming story.

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1

Wedding Day Disruption

On their wedding day, Morticia and Gomez Addams are unexpectedly confronted by a mob of intolerant individuals who view them as outsiders. This confrontation leads to chaos, forcing them to reflect on their unique identity as they prepare to escape the disturbance.

Night Wedding venue
2

Rescue by Family

Just when it seems hopeless, Uncle Fester and Grandmama arrive to assist the Addams family. Their presence creates a moment of relief amidst the turmoil, illustrating the importance of family and support during difficult times.

3

Escape Across the Bridge

As tensions rise from the mob's hostility, the Addams family decides to escape by crossing a collapsing bridge. This frantic departure marks the beginning of their journey to find a place where they can truly belong.

Collapsing bridge
4

Relocation to New Jersey

The Addams family sets off to New Jersey in search of a new home that embraces their peculiar lifestyle. They are determined to establish roots in an area known for its rejection of conventionality, hoping to thrive in their own unique way.

New Jersey
5

Finding the Asylum

While on their journey, the Addams family stumbles upon a decrepit asylum sitting atop a hill. Drawn to its eerie charm and the mysterious voices that beckon them, they decide this will be their new home, excited by the strange possibilities it offers.

Asylum
6

Thirteen Years Later

Fast forward thirteen years, and Morticia and Gomez have transformed the asylum into a vibrant yet macabre household. Their children, Wednesday and Pugsley, are raised in a loving environment filled with oddities, embodying their family's unique spirit.

Thirteen years later Transformed asylum
7

Encounter with Parker

The tranquility of the Addams family's home is disrupted when Pugsley encounters Parker, a curious young girl who ventures to their gates. This unexpected meeting sets off a chain of events that challenges the family's understanding of conformity and friendship.

Addams residence
8

Pugsley's Mazurka Preparation

As Pugsley prepares for his ceremonial Mazurka, which marks his coming of age, Gomez becomes increasingly anxious about his son's unconventional methods. This event brings the family together while revealing long-buried secrets during their meal.

Addams residence
9

Margaux's Ambitions

Margaux Needler, the ambitious host of a home makeover show, is embroiled in her plans for town perfection when her daughter Parker disrupts her. Unbeknownst to Margaux, her desires for conformity will soon clash with the Addams family's distinctive approach to life.

Assimilation town
10

Visit to Assimilation

Intrigued by the nearby town of Assimilation, the Addams family decides to venture there, eager to explore beyond their confines. They experience immediate fascination and apprehension from the townsfolk, highlighting the stark contrast between their sinister charm and societal norms.

Assimilation town
11

Conflict at the Town Gathering

During a gathering in Assimilation, the Addams family's unconventional nature leaves the townspeople in chaos, particularly when Uncle Fester sets bats loose. This chaotic display draws attention to the juxtaposition of conformity versus individuality in the community.

Town gathering
12

Proposed Renovations

Seeing an opportunity to gentrify the Addams mansion, Margaux convinces Gomez and Morticia to agree to home renovations. Their reluctance signals the tension between their macabre charm and the superficial changes that Margaux envisions.

Addams residence
13

Blossoming Friendship

Wednesday and Parker form a bond over their shared feelings of dissatisfaction with their respective family lives. Their friendship provides a pathway for both characters to confront the complicated pressures of parental expectations differently.

14

Climactic Mazurka

As the Addams children prepare for the crucial Mazurka, the tensions with the townsfolk reach a boiling point. This culminates in a chaotic yet revealing scene that showcases the Addams family's true essence beneath their grim exterior.

Addams residence
15

Resolution and Harmony

In the aftermath of the upheaval, misunderstandings dissolve, and the townspeople embrace the Addams family's peculiarities. The community learns the importance of acceptance and reconciliation, forging a path to harmonious cohabitation that honors their differences.

Assimilation town

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