The originalThe Addams Familyseries is a streaming hit on Tubi after the release ofWednesdayseason 2, part 1 on Netflix. The beloved show that aired from 1964-1966 introduced the now iconicAddams Family characters, including Wednesday, Morticia, Gomez, Pugsley, and Fester.
After the original show, there have been sixAddams Familymoviesand numerous spinoff shows, with the most recent being Netflix’sWednesdaystarring Jenna Ortega as the titular character. All four episodes inWednesdayseason 2, part 1 came to Netflix on August 6 and quickly climbed to the top of the streaming charts.
Now, the franchise’s streaming success this month is continuing withThe Addams Familyon Tubi. As of August 17, it is one of the most popular shows to watch on the streaming platform. The entirety of the show’s two seasons and 64 episodes are available to watch on Tubi.
What This Means For The Addams Family
In the aftermath ofWednesdayseason 2, part 1’s release and in the weeks before season 2, part 2’s debut, it is the perfect time to watch the originalAddams Familyshow.Wednesdayfans can see how the initial depictions of the characters compare with the versions seen in the Netflix show.
All four episodes ofWednesdayseason 2, part 2 will premiere on September 3.
Despite the streaming dominance and an 84% Rotten Tomatoes score,Wednesdayseason 2, part 1 reviewshave been mixed, with one of the most prominent criticisms being that the conflict between Wednesday and her mother, Morticia Addams (Catherine Zeta-Jones) feels inauthentic to the dynamics and themes of the original series.
LongtimeAddams Familyfans can revisit the show, and newer fans can now see it for the first time on Tubi, and decide for themselves whether one ofWednesdayseason 2’s biggest criticisms is fair. Unlike Netflix, which requires a subscription, Tubi is a free, ad-supported streaming service, which makesThe Addams Familymore accessible to watch.
Our Take On The Addams Family’s Streaming Success
Wednesday’s popularity doesn’t makeThe Addams Family’s streaming success too surprising, but it is great to see, and a testament to the legacy of the 1960s sitcom. Few stories can remain relevant and at the forefront of popular culture 61 years after they first debuted, but this series has stood the test of time.
