Who developed the original Addams Family television series?

The original Addams Family television series was developed by producer David Levy, writer/producer Don Fedderson and writer/producer Nat Perrin. The series is based on the characters created by cartoonist Charles Addams which first appeared in The New Yorker magazine in 1938. Levy, Fedderson and Perrin pitched the idea of a television show featuring the Addams Family to ABC, which then ordered a pilot episode. The pilot was shot in 1964, with John Astin and Carolyn Jones as Gomez and Morticia Addams. The pilot was a success, and the show went on to air for two seasons from 1964 to 1966.

The original Addams Family television series featured an all-star cast, including John Astin as Gomez, Carolyn Jones as Morticia, Jackie Coogan as Uncle Fester, Ken Weatherwax as Pugsley, Ted Cassidy as Lurch, Blossom Rock as Grandma, and Lisa Loring as Wednesday. The series was a huge hit and was nominated for three Emmy awards during its run. It also spawned a number of spin-offs including a cartoon series, several feature films and a Broadway musical.

The Addams Family has become an iconic television series, and its characters and themes have endured for over 50 years. It has become a beloved part of pop culture, inspiring countless Halloween costumes and references in television, movies and music. It is a testament to the creative vision of the original producers, David Levy, Don Fedderson and Nat Perrin, that the Addams Family continues to be beloved by fans all over the world.