S1·E5 Coal Digger
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 5
- Air Date
- October 21, 2009
- Runtime
- 22 minutes
- Director
- Jason Winer
- Writer
- Christopher Lloyd
- Score
- 7.8/10 (35 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.
Synopsis
The whole family is invited to Jay and Gloria's for some barbeque and football. However an earlier incident at school between Manny and Luke makes things very awkward for Gloria and Claire, and then things escalate when a not-so-flattering label is uttered.
Episode recap
The whole family is invited to Jay and Gloria's home for some barbeque and football. However, an earlier incident at school between Manny and Luke makes things very awkward for Gloria and Claire. Things then escalate when a not-so-flattering label is uttered.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 5 of Modern Family air?
Season 1, Episode 5 ('Coal Digger') originally aired on October 21, 2009.
How long is Season 1 Episode 5 ('Coal Digger')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 22 minutes.
What happens in Modern Family Season 1 Episode 5?
The whole family is invited to Jay and Gloria's for some barbeque and football. However an earlier incident at school between Manny and Luke makes things very awkward for Gloria and Claire, and then things escalate when a not-so-flattering label is uttered....
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