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S1·E16 Fears

Episode
Season 1, Episode 16
Air Date
March 3, 2010
Runtime
22 minutes
Director
Reginald Hudlin
Writer
Steven Levitan
Score
7.4/10 (32 TMDB votes)
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired March 3, 2010 22 min ★ 7.4/10 · 32 TMDB votes

Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.

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Synopsis

When Phil and Luke embark on a discovery expedition underneath the house, Phil tries not to let his fear of the dark and of creepy crawlies get the best of him. Meanwhile, Claire takes a nervous Haley to the DMV for her driver's test, Manny's sudden illness before a friend's amusement park birthday party makes Gloria suspicious, and Cameron and Mitchell invite Lily's pediatrician over for what turns out to be an anxiety-ridden brunch.

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Episode recap

In this episode of Modern Family, Phil and Luke embark on a discovery expedition underneath the house, during which Phil tries not to let his fear of the dark and of creepy crawlies get the best of him. Meanwhile, Claire takes a nervous Haley to the Department of Motor Vehicles for her driver's test. Elsewhere, Manny experiences a sudden illness before a friend's amusement park birthday party, which makes Gloria suspicious. Additionally, Cameron and Mitchell invite Lily's pediatrician over for what ultimately turns out to be an anxiety-ridden brunch.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 1 Episode 16 of Modern Family air?

Season 1, Episode 16 ('Fears') originally aired on March 3, 2010.

How long is Season 1 Episode 16 ('Fears')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 22 minutes.

What happens in Modern Family Season 1 Episode 16?

When Phil and Luke embark on a discovery expedition underneath the house, Phil tries not to let his fear of the dark and of creepy crawlies get the best of him. Meanwhile, Claire takes a nervous Haley to the DMV for her driver's test, Manny's sudden illness before a friend's amusement park birth...

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