Christina Ricci may have had a hand in making Wednesday Addams iconic, but the family has had a history long before that. First appearing in cartoon form in the ’30s, Gomez, Morticia, and their macabre family made their on-screen debut three decades later. Though short-lived, “The Addams Family” was a sitcom that brought the characters to the forefront of American culture. Some elements of the series carry over into Netflix’s “Wednesday,” though in a slightly different form. Fans on Reddit noted that Uncle Fester’s powers have somewhat evolved since he was featured on the television series. After u/Foxy02016YT questioned where Fester’s electrokinesis comes from, some fans jumped in with an explanation.
“In the 60s TV show, Uncle Fester could hold a lightbulb in his mouth and make it light up at will,” replied u/centuren. “So at the very least it goes back to pretty much the beginning.” Fester’s powers were slightly more subtle in the original series. The ability to turn on a lightbulb with his mouth was more akin to a party trick. In “Wednesday,” however, Fester’s ability is a significant plot point. After Thing is attacked in Wednesday’s dorm, Fester uses his hands as a defibrillator to revive the treasured member of the family. This hand-saving act makes Fester not just comedic relief but an integral part of the family.
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