[s9e1] Lake Life May 2026

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.

: 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. [S9E1] Lake Life

: Preparing for college, Manny attempts to adopt a new "strong, silent" persona as "Manuel," much to the skepticism of his family. Production & Reception Jay Pritchett, motivated by the recent death of

: 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. To prove their youth, Claire attempts cliff jumping

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

: 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.