Content guide
Mild — okay from about 9+
Modern Family S1 E8, “8. Great Expectations”, scores 1/5 for violence, 2/5 for sex and 2/5 for language, for an overall kid-rating of 2/5 — Mild — okay from about 9+. With a history of giving bad gifts, Claire is determined to surprise Phil with an amazing anniversary present - a private performance by one of their favorite musicians, Izzy LaFontaine! However, it turns out to be a surprise in more ways than one. Meanwhile, Mitchell and Cameron call up their party-girl bestie, Sal, for a long overdue night out on the town.
Across the episode we counted 8 flagged moments in 4 themes: Sex & hookups (1); Nudity & bodies (2); Swearing (3); Alcohol & drugs (2). Every moment below is either a direct quote from the episode transcript or a short description of what happens on screen, so you can decide before you press play.
Watch for — every moment, theme by theme
Sex & hookups 1 moment
How Sex & hookups shows up in Modern Family S1 E8:
Um, how much are you gonna pay me to go make out with the waitress? All right.
Nudity & bodies 2 moments
How Nudity & bodies shows up in Modern Family S1 E8:
Maybe if you wore a bra- - Alex.
Ba-boobs! Oh, my God.
Swearing 3 moments
How Swearing shows up in Modern Family S1 E8:
Pay up, bitches.
I love my wife, but she sucks at giving gifts.
Whoo! - Cabo! - What? Seriously, you bastards.
Alcohol & drugs 2 moments
How Alcohol & drugs shows up in Modern Family S1 E8:
Fun? Are you joking? Margaritas, you guys, these guys.
Give her eight shots of tequila.
Watch With The Kids · You kids — your rules! · Informal parent guidance, not an official rating.