Written in the Stars[1] is the fourteenth episode from Season 9 of Modern Family, it aired on February 28, 2018.
Contents
- 1 Plot Summary
- 2 Episode Description
- 3 Main Cast
- 4 Guest Starring
- 5 Trivia
- 6 Continuity
- 7 Cultural References
- 8 Reviews
- 9 References
- 10 Gallery
Plot Summary[]
Phil thinks that Gloria is upset at Jay for dropping the ball on Valentine's Day, so he convinces Jay to spice things up with a little role playing that doesn't go off as planned. Meanwhile, Mitch and Cam may have unwittingly ruined Luke's Valentine's Day date and are forced to make things right.
Episode Description[]
For Valentine's day Phil and Claire convince Jay and Gloria to play roles but their evening is ruined when Gloria is mistaken for a prostitute before being released. At the same time, Phil and Claire has to watch Joe who has a crush on Claire and tries to get ride off Phil until he gives them seduction's advice.
Meanwhile, Mitchell and Cameron go to the restaurant and are forced to dine with Luke whom they accidentally spoiles Valentine's Day date by treating him like a womanizer without knowing that his girlfriend was actually behind them during the line. They apologize but Luke prefers take a cab rather than spend time with her.
And, Alex tries to make her best for Prof Finnerman only to be sad when she discovers that he is kissing Haley, while Manny makes a Valentine's Day Card for Gloria.
Main Cast[]
(The characters striked out do not appear in this episode)
- Jay Pritchett
- Gloria Pritchett
- Manny Delgado
- Joe Pritchett
- Claire Dunphy
- Phil Dunphy
- Haley Dunphy
- Alex Dunphy
- Luke Dunphy
- Mitchell Pritchett
- Cameron Tucker
Lily Tucker-Pritchett
Guest Starring[]
- Chris Geere as Arvin
- Ava Allan as Amanda
- Lily Berlina as Hostess
- Andrea Nelson as Bartender
Trivia[]
- Professor Fennerman says it's a new moon, which is correct: February 14, 2018 was a new moon.
- Lily does not appear in this episode.
Continuity[]
- Second appearance of Arvin, after "In Your Head."
- Sixth Valentine's episode:
- "My Funky Valentine" (2010)
- "Bixby's Back" (2011)
- "Heart Broken" (2013)
- "Valentine's Day 4: Twisted Sister" (2015)
- "Do You Believe in Magic" (2017)
Cultural References[]
- Jay thinks General Eisenhower is the sexiest man in history.
- Arvin Fennerman is compared by Alex to a Jane Austen character.
- Mitch looked at a Rob Lowe poster when he was with a girl
- Haley claims to have sat beside Killers bassist Mark Stoermer on a plane.
- Luke's hair is compared to Sheena Easton.
- Phil mentions The Breakfast Club.
- Jay mentions Telly Savalas and Lyle Waggoner, and channels Andy Garcia in Ocean's Eleven.
Reviews[]
- The AV Club gave it an "A-", saying "What the episode does successfully is find that balance that’s needed to make both the emotional and comedic moments land," but calling Joe's storyline "creepy." [did the writers forget that Joe and Claire are half-siblings?]
References[]
Gallery[]
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As a seasoned enthusiast with a profound understanding of television series and popular culture, I'll delve into the intricate details of the Modern Family episode titled "Written in the Stars," specifically from Season 9. This episode, airing on February 28, 2018, is the fourteenth installment of the season, and it unfolds with a series of comical and heartwarming events surrounding Valentine's Day.
Plot Summary: The narrative centers on Phil's attempt to reignite the romantic flame between Jay and Gloria after a perceived Valentine's Day mishap. However, their endeavor takes an unexpected turn when Gloria is mistaken for a prostitute. Simultaneously, Mitchell and Cameron, unwittingly, interfere with Luke's Valentine's Day date, compelling them to make amends. The episode also weaves in subplots involving Phil and Claire's efforts to manage Joe's crush on Claire and Alex's disappointment upon discovering her professor's romantic involvement with Haley.
Main Cast: The primary characters in this episode include Jay Pritchett, Gloria Pritchett, Manny Delgado, Joe Pritchett, Claire Dunphy, Phil Dunphy, Haley Dunphy, Alex Dunphy, Luke Dunphy, Mitchell Pritchett, Cameron Tucker, and Lily Tucker-Pritchett.
Guest Starring: Chris Geere appears as Arvin, and Ava Allan and Lily Berlina make appearances as Amanda and the Hostess, respectively. Andrea Nelson also features as the Bartender.
Trivia: The episode includes a trivia point related to astronomy. Professor Fennerman mentions it's a new moon, and this aligns with the accurate astronomical fact that February 14, 2018, was indeed a new moon.
Continuity: "Written in the Stars" marks the second appearance of Arvin, a character introduced earlier in the season. Additionally, it is the sixth Valentine's Day episode in the series.
Cultural References: The episode is rich in cultural references, ranging from Jay's admiration for General Eisenhower to Alex comparing Professor Fennerman to a Jane Austen character. Various pop culture nods include mentions of historical figures, movies like "The Breakfast Club," and music references to Sheena Easton.
Reviews: The AV Club's review of the episode awards it an "A-" grade, acknowledging its success in balancing emotional and comedic elements. However, it critiques the storyline involving Joe as "creepy."
References: The reference section includes a link to SpoilerTV, providing additional insights into the episode.
Gallery: The gallery section provides visual content related to various episodes across different seasons, showcasing the visual dimension of the series.
In conclusion, "Written in the Stars" stands as a noteworthy episode in Modern Family's Season 9, skillfully blending humor and emotion while navigating the intricacies of Valentine's Day for the diverse cast of characters.
