[s9e1] Lake Life Now

is the season premiere of Modern Family (Season 9, Episode 1), which originally aired on September 27, 2017. The episode follows the Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker clan as they vacation on a houseboat at Lake Tahoe to witness a solar eclipse. Episode Summary

: Alex, Haley, Luke, and Manny leave the houseboat for an island party, only to realize they've been tricked when their motorboat is stolen, leaving them stranded. [S9E1] Lake Life

: Phil and Claire worry they are losing their "cool" after being handed a brochure intended for seniors. To prove their youth, Claire attempts cliff jumping while Phil tries out a jetpack. is the season premiere of Modern Family (Season

: Preparing for college, Manny attempts to adopt a new "strong, silent" persona as "Manuel," much to the skepticism of his family. Production & Reception : Phil and Claire worry they are losing

Jay Pritchett, motivated by the recent death of an old colleague, forces the entire family onto a houseboat to create lasting memories. However, his plan for family bonding quickly descends into the usual chaos as different groups pursue their own agendas.

: Mitchell runs into an old childhood crush, Scotty, which reopens old wounds. Meanwhile, Cam—who is on antibiotics—must avoid the sun at all costs, resulting in a dramatic outfit featuring a caftan and a giant hat.