S1·E2 The Bicycle Thief
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 2
- Air Date
- September 30, 2009
- Runtime
- 23 minutes
- Director
- Jason Winer
- Writer
- Bill Wrubel
- Score
- 7.6/10 (41 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.
Synopsis
Phil is determined to help Luke prove to mom that he is responsible enough to have the brand new bike they just got him. However Phil ends up being the irresponsible one when a hot neighbor clouds his judgment. Meanwhile Mitchell and Cameron take Lily to their first Mommy & Me class, and Jay and Manny have some awkward father and son time.
Episode recap
In the second episode of the first season of Modern Family, titled The Bicycle Thief, Phil is determined to help Luke prove to his mother that he is responsible enough to own a brand new bicycle. However, Phil ends up being the irresponsible one when a hot neighbor clouds his judgment. Meanwhile, Mitchell and Cameron take Lily to their first Mommy and Me class, and Jay and Manny spend some awkward father and son time together. The series as a whole follows the lives of three diverse but interrelated family setups living in suburban Los Angeles, featuring the Pritchett, Dunphy, and Tucker clan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 2 of Modern Family air?
Season 1, Episode 2 ('The Bicycle Thief') originally aired on September 30, 2009.
How long is Season 1 Episode 2 ('The Bicycle Thief')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 23 minutes.
What happens in Modern Family Season 1 Episode 2?
Phil is determined to help Luke prove to mom that he is responsible enough to have the brand new bike they just got him. However Phil ends up being the irresponsible one when a hot neighbor clouds his judgment. Meanwhile Mitchell and Cameron take Lily to their first Mommy & Me class, and Jay...
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