The Internet’s New Obsession: TV Moms at War
It’s not the battle of the streaming giants this time. Nope. The war raging online right now is between two fictional mothers — Morticia Addams from Wednesday and Daenerys Targaryen from Game of Thrones. And apparently, Americans can’t stop Googling them. This isn’t just casual curiosity either. We’re talking deep dives into outfits, parenting styles, quotes, and, in Daenerys’ case, the occasional dragon-related war crime. Welcome to the weirdest popularity contest of 2025.
How Did This Even Start?
The short answer: streaming and nostalgia collided. Morticia’s resurgence is thanks to Netflix’s Wednesday, where Catherine Zeta-Jones plays her with perfect gothic elegance. Meanwhile, Daenerys is riding the HBO wave again thanks to House of the Dragon season drops and endless TikTok edits romanticizing her “mother of dragons” era. Somewhere along the way, fans started debating who’s the ultimate TV mom — and Google searches went wild.
Two Very Different Parenting Styles (Understatement of the Year)
Morticia: calm, witty, and the kind of mom who would help you bury a body without asking too many questions. Daenerys: passionate, ambitious, and the kind of mom who… well… might burn down a city if her “kids” (dragons) were threatened. Morticia gives cryptic but wise advice over tea; Daenerys gives motivational speeches in multiple languages before launching a full-scale siege. Both have their charm — depending on whether you prefer your maternal guidance with roses or wildfire.
Why We’re So Fascinated by Them
Part of the reason people are obsessed is that both characters break the “traditional mom” mold. They’re powerful, unapologetic, and totally own their worlds. They’re also stylish icons — Morticia with her sweeping black gowns, Daenerys with her regal armor and braided hairstyles. And in an era where we’re rethinking gender roles in media, these two moms feel refreshingly complex.
Who’s Winning the Search War?
The latest numbers? Morticia is currently leading in U.S. searches, but Daenerys is closing in fast whenever House of the Dragon trends. The real winner, of course, is the internet itself — which gets endless memes, fan theories, and “Which TV Mom Are You?” quizzes out of the deal. So whether you’re Team Gothic Garden or Team Dragonfire, it’s safe to say this battle is far from over.
