Everything about this production is high end except the inane, silliness of the script and writing. I think this simple, childish story telling most Americans want. Maybe the target audience here is kids. The humor is pretty lame, rather goofy but okay, the TV show was too. Something just too dumbed down about it though. But if you want something mindless and on autopilot with the occasional scare for a twist then here's your cup of tea. It has no charm and makes me appreciate the original cast of zthe Addams Family much more. Obviously my opinion is in the minority so I guess it depends what you're looking for.