S1·E8 Great Expectations
- Episode
- Season 1, Episode 8
- Air Date
- November 18, 2009
- Runtime
- 23 minutes
- Directors
- Jason Winer, Randall Einhorn
- Writers
- Joe Lawson, Danny Zuker
- Score
- 7.5/10 (37 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Narrative Classification: Standard continuity chapter maintaining character development and season progression.
Synopsis
With a history of giving bad gifts, Claire is determined to surprise Phil with an amazing anniversary present: a private performance by one of their favorite musicians, Izzy LaFontaine. However, it turns out to be unexpected in more ways than one. Meanwhile, Mitchell and Cameron call up their "party-girl bestie", Sal, for a long overdue night out on the town.
Episode recap
In the eighth episode of the first season of Modern Family, titled Great Expectations, Claire has a history of giving bad gifts and is determined to surprise Phil with an amazing anniversary present. Her plan is to secure a private performance by one of their favorite musicians, Izzy LaFontaine. However, the surprise turns out to be unexpected in more ways than one. Meanwhile, in another storyline, Mitchell and Cameron call up their party-girl bestie, Sal, for a long overdue night out on the town. The series as a whole follows the lives of three diverse but interrelated family setups living in suburban Los Angeles, featuring the Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker clan.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 8 of Modern Family air?
Season 1, Episode 8 ('Great Expectations') originally aired on November 18, 2009.
How long is Season 1 Episode 8 ('Great Expectations')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 23 minutes.
What happens in Modern Family Season 1 Episode 8?
With a history of giving bad gifts, Claire is determined to surprise Phil with an amazing anniversary present: a private performance by one of their favorite musicians, Izzy LaFontaine. However, it turns out to be unexpected in more ways than one. Meanwhile, Mitchell and Cameron call up their "party...
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