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"Modern Family" (2009): Season 1: Episode 9 -- Claire and Phil decide to plan the biggest and best birthday party for Luke.
"Modern Family" (2009): Season 1: Episode 8 -- Cameron and Mitchell invite their friend Sal out for a night on the town.
"Modern Family" (2009): Season 1: Episode 7 -- The family comes out to support Manny's newfound interest, fencing; Phil is determined to find Luke's hidden talent.
"Modern Family" (2009): Season 1: Episode 4 -- Claire and Mitchell's mother tries to make amends with everyone.
"Modern Family" (2009): Season 1: Episode 2 -- Phil is determined to help Luke prove he is responsible enough to have a new bike; Jay and Manny have some father and son time.

Overview

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Creators:
Steven Levitan
Christopher Lloyd
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Seasons:
1 full episode list
Release Date:
2009 (USA) more
Genre:
Comedy more
Tagline:
One big (straight,gay,multi-cultural, traditional) happy family.
Plot:
A satirical look at three different families and the trials they face in each of their own uniquely comedic ways.
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NewsDesk:
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Adam Lambert: One Week Later
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Is Modern Family one of the ten best shows of the decade?
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User Comments:
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US TV Schedule:
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Cast

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Ed O'Neill ... Jay Pritchett (9 episodes, 2009)

Sofía Vergara ... Gloria Delgado-Pritchett (9 episodes, 2009)

Julie Bowen ... Claire Dunphy (9 episodes, 2009)

Ty Burrell ... Phil Dunphy (9 episodes, 2009)

Jesse Tyler Ferguson ... Mitchell Pritchett (9 episodes, 2009)

Eric Stonestreet ... Cameron Tucker (9 episodes, 2009)

Rico Rodriguez ... Manny Delgado (9 episodes, 2009)

Nolan Gould ... Luke Dunphy (8 episodes, 2009)

Sarah Hyland ... Haley Dunphy (7 episodes, 2009)

Ariel Winter ... Alex Dunphy (7 episodes, 2009)

Reid Ewing ... Dylan (5 episodes, 2009)

Additional Details

Also Known As:
An American Family (USA) (working title)
My American Family (USA) (working title)
Untitled Steven Levitan/Christopher Lloyd Project (USA) (working title)
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Runtime:
USA:30 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
1.78 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
Stereo
Filming Locations:
Los Angeles, California, USA
Company:
20th Century Fox Television more

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Referenced in "Dancing with the Stars: Round One: Results Show (#9.3)" (2009/I) more

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10 out of 14 people found the following comment useful.
The Evolution of Comedy, 15 October 2009
10/10
Author: heartion from United States

For those still in withdrawal from the cancellation of Arrested Development, let me write you a prescription: Modern Family.

The comparisons are obvious and with good reason. The postmodern comedy for the 21 century was ushered in by The Office(UK) and Arrested Development, but I, for one, doubted something could come along and satiate my longing for another truly, original comedy.

Albeit, you may initially be wary to see yet another mockumentary-style show, but by the end of the pilot, you'll be smiling/laughing way too hard to stay cynical. Thus far, the plot lines have been really fresh and the characters are so, for lack of a better word, lovable. This show fulfills all my comedy needs, and I feel like I must resort to the listing of relevant adjectives: Witty, dry, smart, outlandish, silly, clever, cute, sarcastic, subtle, not-so subtle. HILARIOUS.

I hate to say it, but the laugh tracks and raw goofyness of classic sitcoms like 'Seinfeld' and 'Friends' are obsolete and leave something to be desired. You will find that something in Modern Family.

And who knows, maybe some of the more painfully funny and poignant scenarios will reveal insight into the changing dynamics of both the modern family and modern comedy.

Great f_cking show. Period.

And let's get it right this time around: don't cancel good TV shows. Pretty please?

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