Modern Family season 9 episode 20 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Phil and Claire rejoice in their solitude as Pam and Lily visit Claire's parents. Their plans are thwarted by an unexpected visit from Claire's mother, DeDe. Meanwhile, Phil and Luke accidentally damage Claire's portrait with a drone. Manny prepares for his horror film premiere, leading to a dispute with Jay. Mitch and Cam discover DeDe's manipulative influence through emails. The Dunphy siblings find an opportune moment to share bad news with their mom. The episode culminates with family confrontations and reconciliations, with Manny's film revealing a monster's scream identical to Gloria's.
Full Episode S09E20 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Who were Phil and Claire saying goodbye to at the beginning?
They were saying goodbye to Pam and Lily.
Why were Phil and Claire excited at the start of the episode?
They were excited to have the house to themselves.
Who unexpectedly visited Phil and Claire?
Claire's mom, DeDe, unexpectedly visited them.
What accident occurred with Phil and Luke?
They accidentally damaged Claire's portrait with a drone.
What was Manny preparing for?
Manny was preparing for the premiere of his horror film.
Who discovered DeDe's secret influence?
Mitch and Cam discovered DeDe's secret influence through emails.
What is the 'bad news' window?
It's the best time to give bad news to the Dunphy siblings' mom, after her spa day.
How does the family react to their mothers' manipulations?
The family confronts their mothers about their manipulative behavior.
What unique feature does Manny's horror film monster have?
The monster's scream in Manny's film sounds like Gloria.
How does the episode end?
The episode ends with the family reconciling and behind-the-scenes footage of Manny's movie.
