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Phil and Claire take charge of their kids' school projects. Jay takes Manny stargazing, while Mitchell struggles to connect with Cameron's love for the outdoors. Episode 19: "Game Changer" Original Air Date: March 31, 2010

Phil's father, Frank (guest star Fred Willard), visits in an RV and brings a dog named Scout. Cameron joins a local rock band as a drummer, exposing his highly competitive nature. 22. Episode 22: "Airport 2010" Original Air Date: May 5, 2010 index of modern family season 1

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The following table provides an index of all episodes in the first season, including their original air dates and primary storylines: Highlights Pilot - The Incident Sep-Oct '09 Phil and Claire take charge of their kids' school projects

The extended family is introduced. Claire manages her chaotic household. Jay deals with his younger wife, Gloria. Mitchell and Cameron return from Vietnam after adopting their daughter, Lily.

: Tensions rise during a family barbecue after an incident at school between Luke and Manny. Run for Your Wife Cameron joins a local rock band as a

| | Title | Original Air Date | Brief Synopsis | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1 | "Pilot" | Sep 23, 2009 | The three families are introduced as Jay and Gloria adjust to married life, Phil tries to be a "cool" dad, and Mitchell and Cameron return from Vietnam with their newly adopted baby, Lily. | | 2 | "The Bicycle Thief" | Sep 30, 2009 | Phil tries to teach Luke responsibility by buying him a new bike, but his plan backfires. Jay attempts to bond with Manny, and Mitchell and Cameron try to act "normal" at a parent-baby class. | | 3 | "Come Fly with Me" | Oct 7, 2009 | Jay begrudgingly takes Phil to fly his model airplane. Alex and Gloria go dress shopping, and Claire ends up having a heart-to-heart with Manny. | | 4 | "The Incident" | Oct 14, 2009 | Claire and Mitchell's mother, Dede, makes a surprise visit, stirring up old family drama for Jay and Gloria. | | 5 | "Coal Digger" | Oct 21, 2009 | The families gather for a barbecue, where a seemingly innocent remark from Claire leads to tensions between her and Gloria. | | 6 | "Run for Your Wife" | Oct 28, 2009 | Phil and Claire have mixed feelings about the kids' first day of school. A minor issue with baby Lily gets blown out of proportion for Mitchell and Cameron. | | 7 | "En Garde" | Nov 4, 2009 | The family supports Manny at a fencing tournament, but the event triggers an old childhood wound for Mitchell. Phil searches for Luke's hidden talents. | | 8 | "Great Expectations" | Nov 18, 2009 | Claire strives to give Phil the perfect anniversary gift, a private performance by a singer. Mitchell and Cameron go for a night out with a friend. | | 9 | "Fizbo" | Nov 25, 2009 | Cameron's clown alter ego, Fizbo, is hired for Luke's birthday party, leading to a series of mishaps. | | 10 | "Undeck the Halls" | Dec 9, 2009 | Claire struggles to teach the kids a lesson by threatening to cancel Christmas, but the family ends up learning something about her, too. | | 11 | "Up All Night" | Jan 6, 2010 | Manny's biological father returns with extravagant gifts. Mitchell and Cameron have conflicting ideas on how to get Lily to sleep through the night. | | 12 | "Not in My House" | Jan 13, 2010 | Phil tries to instill discipline when Luke goes too far. Jay has a hard time dealing with one of Manny's friends, and Mitchell reconnects with an old friend. | | 13 | "Fifteen Percent" | Jan 20, 2010 | Mitchell tells Jay that one of his friends is gay to teach him a lesson. Claire gets frustrated with Phil's new master remote, and Gloria gives Manny's "date" a makeover. | | 14 | "Moon Landing" | Feb 3, 2010 | Claire becomes suspicious when Phil starts having lunch with a female neighbor. Mitchell tries to prove he’s not high-maintenance, and Jay tries to bond with Manny over sports. | | 15 | "My Funky Valentine" | Feb 10, 2010 | Phil and Claire attempt a romantic role-play date. Jay takes Gloria to see a comedian, and Cameron and Mitchell try to spice up their Valentine's Day. | | 16 | "Fears" | Mar 3, 2010 | Phil loses Luke's toy while searching for treasure under the house. Haley takes her driver's test, and Cameron becomes convinced the house is haunted. | | 17 | "Truth Be Told" | Mar 10, 2010 | The adults try to keep secrets, with varying degrees of success. Claire wants a specific kind of birthday present from Phil, and Cameron lies about his past as a football player. | | 18 | "Starry Night" | Mar 24, 2010 | The entire family goes to an observatory, where Mitchell faces a racist neighbor, and Phil can't stop trying to fix everything. | | 19 | "Game Changer" | Mar 31, 2010 | Phil buys a new iPad and becomes obsessed. Jay tries to teach Manny how to be more assertive, and Cameron accidentally tells Mitchell's secret. | | 20 | "Benched" | Apr 14, 2010 | Phil is forced to coach Luke's basketball team. Claire is put on a committee with Gloria, and Mitchell tries to get Cameron to be more proactive about his career. | | 21 | "Travels with Scout" | Apr 28, 2010 | The families deal with a stray dog. Jay tries to teach Manny how to ride a bike, and Cameron is jealous of Mitchell’s friendship with a handsome new neighbor. | | 22 | "Airport 2010" | May 5, 2010 | The family goes to the airport to pick up a friend. Phil and Claire argue about technology, and Jay makes an important business deal. | | 23 | "Hawaii" | May 12, 2010 | The whole family goes on a vacation to Hawaii. Jay and Gloria try to renew their vows, but Manny has other plans. Phil desperately tries to get a massage. | | 24 | "Family Portrait" | May 19, 2010 | Claire meticulously organizes a family photo shoot, but everything that can go wrong does. The season finale ties the families together in a memorable way. |

The family enjoys their vacation in Maui. Phil tries to give Claire the honeymoon they never had. Mitchell and Cameron clash over whether to go sightseeing or relax. Episode 24: "Family Portrait" Original Air Date: May 19, 2010

Claire finds a graphic photo on the computer and blames Luke, though it actually belongs to Phil. Jay tries to get rid of a hideous dog-butler statue that Gloria loves. Episode 13: "Fifteen Percent"