8 Moments Wednesday Season 2 Copies From Addams Family Movies

In the latest installment this week, Netflix unveiled the long-awaited second part of “Wednesday” season 2. Notably, compared to the previous season, the entire Addams Family is now more deeply integrated into the storyline. Characters like Gomez, Morticia, Pugsley, Thing, Fester, and Grandmama Hester have significantly expanded roles this time, leading to numerous references back to scenes from the classic “Addams Family” films. Here, we’ll examine some of those nods to the past, beginning with the initial episodes of the new season.

8. Pugsley Stop Signs

In the initial episode of the season, the family is cruising down the road when Wednesday informs Pugsley about the necessity of striking the middle of an approaching traffic sign with a ‘Stop’ symbol. He discharges his electric burst at the sign, triggering a chain reaction that eventually leads to multiple car crashes and an explosion.

In The Addams Family, instead of Pugsley striking a stop sign with electricity, he indirectly triggers an accident. Specifically, he takes the stop sign out of the ground, leading cars to collide without us witnessing the event directly.

7. Addams Family Golfing

In episode 2, Bianca makes her way to Principal Dort’s office for a discussion about raising funds for the school by leveraging her unique singing talent. Upon entering, she finds Dort engrossed in a game of golf, playfully attempting to sink golf balls into a cup on the floor.

In the world of “The Addams Family”, it’s Gomez honing his golf skills, but with a unique twist. Instead of being on the course, Thing is the one holding the golf ball. From the comfort of their home, Gomez takes practice swings, and Thing catches the golf club after each swing, acting as an improvised caddy. It appears that golf is never far from the thoughts of the Addams family.

6. A Duel of Swords

In episode 3, Wednesday and Morticia engage in an exciting blindfolded sword fight, where the winner gets control of Goody’s book. This isn’t your typical duel as both participants can’t see, adding to the intensity. Ultimately, Morticia emerges victorious, but at a cost – she burns Goody’s book, resulting in significant repercussions for the storyline.

In the initial version of “The Addams Family”, it’s actually Gomez who brandishes the sword, although the situation is quite distinct. Here, Gomez unexpectedly attacks the crooked family lawyer Tully Alford. As soon as Tully turns his back in the room, Gomez hurls a sword at his head. Unlike Wednesday and Morticia’s duel, Tully isn’t particularly skilled with swords or a worthy opponent for Gomez. Instead, this is more of an exhibition of ability rather than a true battle. They engage in another confrontation during a subsequent scene, but even then, Gomez triumphs easily over his adversary. Nevertheless, both instances are considered as victories.

5. Fester in the Tub

In the fourth installment of Wednesday, Uncle Fester reappears, and his niece assigns him a mission to go to Willow Hall. He manages this by stirring up trouble at a nearby inn, eventually leading to a commotion that alerts the authorities. Upon their arrival, they find Uncle Fester peacefully enjoying himself with rubber ducks in the bathtub.

This scene pays tribute to a famous moment from “Addams Family Values,” where Uncle Fester is seen soaking in a bathtub. Debbie surprises him there and inquires if he’d be willing to sacrifice himself for her, to which he responds affirmatively. In an attempt to end his life, she hurls a stereo into the tub, intending to electrocute him. However, it becomes apparent that Fester is remarkably resilient, as he not only survives but remains cheerful throughout the ordeal.

4. Camp Chaos

In episode 3, the students from Nevermore embark on what seems like a relaxing and enjoyable camping excursion, but soon discover that things won’t be as carefree as anticipated. Instead, they find themselves embroiled in a struggle for camp ownership with a contingent of cadets led by an aggressive leader. Wednesday manages to clinch victory for the Outcasts during this intellectual and strategic contest, making it one of the standout episodes of the season.

This episode pays tribute to a memorable scene from the film “The Addams Family Values,” where Wednesday takes center stage. In the movie, she’s sent to Camp Chippewa, aiming to conform her with the rest of the campers. However, instead of blending in, Wednesday instigates a rebellion that results in chaos. She disrupts their Thanksgiving play and sets the campsite ablaze during a bonfire. It’s both laugh-out-loud funny and has become quite iconic over time.

3. The Family Seance

In episode 8 towards the close of the season, I found myself working alongside my family on Wednesday’s crucial mission. To clarify our situation, Morticia, Grandmama, and I conducted a seance. This unusual gathering proved fruitful as we unearthed significant clues about Pugsley’s disappearance and finally shed light on the origins of Isaac’s past conflicts with our family. Although there were moments of humor, this sequence took a more somber turn compared to what follows.

In “The Addams Family,” the séance gathers characters such as Gomez, Pugsley, Tully, among others; however, what truly sets this gathering apart is the inclusion of Thing. When guests at the table unexpectedly find Thing, their fear becomes palpable, and Gomez, Pugsley, and Morticia can’t help but chuckle at the ensuing pandemonium. Not long after, Thing begins to dash around the house, proving that it elevates any scene to new heights of entertainment.

2. Gomez Sings a Tune

In episode 3, the Addams Family embarks on a camping trip with the Nevermore group, leading to some hilarious situations. One such instance occurs when Gomez, being Gomez, insists on having music during his shower at the campsite facilities. With a record player in hand, he begins to serenade Besame Mucho by Consuelo Velázquez, oblivious to Slurp’s attempts to burst through the stall and feast on him.

In the original movies, Gomez does sing on occasion, yet none of these instances feature him being pursued by the undead. A particular song that comes to mind is from “The Addams Family Values,” where Gomez joyfully sings Mamushka to celebrate Fester. During this performance, Gomez and Fester dance the Mamushka in front of their family and guests, with the routine even incorporating a multitude of knives. At one point, Fester even catches a knife in his mouth!

1. Gomez and Morticia’s Dance

In the second season of “Wednesday,” numerous references to the original movies are present, yet one particular callback truly shines, and it’s the dance scene. Throughout the series, Gomez and Morticia are captured on screen playing a record and performing an enthralling tango. Despite some mysterious activities occurring around their home, this doesn’t deter them from seizing the moment of tranquility, as such peaceful interludes are relatively rare in the season, which is filled with numerous chaotic events.

In a nod to the iconic dance scene from “Addams Family Values” between Gomez and Morticia, this new display features a public performance instead of a private one. Unlike the original, there’s no fire-setting or knife-throwing involved in Wednesday’s rendition. However, the tribute is unmistakable, and both performances are equally captivating in their unique ways.

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2025-09-06 03:13