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The Best Episodes of Modern Family Season 6

Every episode of Modern Family Season 6 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Modern Family Season 6!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Modern Family Season 6 Episode 16 - Connection Lost
    9.5/10(10176 votes)

    S6:E16

    Claire does some online snooping that causes drama with the rest of the family.

    Director:Steven Levitan
    Writers:Steven Levitan, Megan Ganz

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  2. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 24 - American Skyper
    8.7/10(3260 votes)

    S6:E24

    The sixth season ends with Alex's graduation party at Jay and Gloria's house, but Phil is stuck in Seattle on a business trip, so he uses the latest in technology to be as close as he can get. Meanwhile, Claire worries about Alex's gift, Jay complains that Gloria's cousin has overstayed his welcome, Mitchell keeps the news of his layoff a secret from Cameron, and a visit from Andy's girlfriend turns Haley's world upside down.

    Director:Steven Levitan
    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  3. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 8 - Three Turkeys
    8.4/10(3018 votes)

    S6:E8

    Phil and Luke take over Thanksgiving duties but Claire readies an emergency plan. Jay and Gloria get their holiday plans interrupted and regret not telling anyone. Cameron has to think of a way to get Lily to wear a dress for dinner.

    Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller
    Writer:Jeffrey Richman

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  4. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 11 - The Day We Almost Died
    8.3/10(3103 votes)

    S6:E11

    A near miss from a crash has everyone in the car either on edge or adopting a new carpe diem mentality.

    Director:James Bagdonas
    Writer:Danny Zuker

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  5. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 23 - Crying Out Loud
    8.2/10(2602 votes)

    S6:E23

    Claire gets a job offer from a big hotel chain, but can't tell if Jay wants her to take it or keep working for him. Meanwhile, Phil, Haley and Luke are more interested in Alex's senior "ditch day" than she is; and Manny is dopey from pain killers after having his wisdom teeth pulled, so Gloria seizes the opportunity to get rid of his new girlfriend.

    Director:Ryan Case
    Writers:Chuck Tatham, Stephen Lloyd, Megan Ganz

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  6. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 20 - Knock 'Em Down
    8.1/10(2611 votes)

    S6:E20

    Jay agrees to sub in on Cam's bowling team, not knowing it's an all-gay league. Phil and Clair have an unexpectedly nice time with their neighbors. Gloria and Mitch agree to go out with Haley.

    Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller
    Writers:Kenny Schwartz, Rick Wiener

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  7. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 7 - Queer Eyes, Full Hearts
    8.0/10(2722 votes)

    S6:E7

    Haley and Andy start spending a lot of time together. Gloria wants Manny to learn Spanish at school instead of French, and a reporter takes more than a passing interest in Cameron and Mitchell's lives.

    Director:Jason Winer
    Writer:Stephen Lloyd

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  8. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 10 - Haley's 21st Birthday
    8.0/10(2712 votes)

    S6:E10

    Claire and Gloria hang out with Haley on her 21st birthday. Alex, Luke and Manny babysit Lily and she decides to drop the 'where do babies come from?' bomb.

    Director:Alisa Statman
    Writer:Abraham Higginbotham

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  9. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 1 - The Long Honeymoon
    7.9/10(2953 votes)

    S6:E1

    Cameron isn't ready to conclude his honeymoon with Mitchell after their wedding. Gloria takes Jay to task over his appearance. The Dunphys must ready themselves for the return to school.

    Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller
    Writer:Danny Zuker

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  10. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 2 - Do Not Push
    7.9/10(2781 votes)

    S6:E2

    Phil, Luke, and Haley cause nothing but aggravation for Alex when they tag along on her tour of Caltech. Jay and Gloria have trouble finding the perfect gifts for their anniversary.

    Director:Gail Mancuso
    Writer:Megan Ganz

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  11. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 22 - Patriot Games
    7.9/10(2521 votes)

    S6:E22

    Alex learns she has to share valedictorian honors with a rival, but the tie could be broken by a 1-mile run for a gym grade neither has completed. Meanwhile, Gloria studies for her U.S. citizenship test, but is distracted by a visit from Javier; and Mitchell and Cameron join a protest against a restaurant where they actually can't wait to dine.

    Director:Alisa Statman
    Writer:Vali Chandrasekaran

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  12. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 3 - The Cold
    7.8/10(2682 votes)

    S6:E3

    The Dunphys are down with a cold, thanks to Phil. Jay and Gloria try to help Manny deal with playing football, and Cameron doesn't know how much playtime to give him. Mitchell debates with Lily's new friend, Sydney.

    Director:James Alan Hensz
    Writers:Kenny Schwartz, Rick Wiener

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  13. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 4 - Marco Polo
    7.8/10(2710 votes)

    S6:E4

    Things become tense when the Dunphys temporarily move into a hotel, Gloria is suspicious of Manny's new girlfriend, and Mitchell discovers that he has jinxed Cameron's football team.

    Director:Fred Savage
    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  14. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 5 - Won't You Be Our Neighbor
    7.8/10(2701 votes)

    S6:E5

    The Dunphys try to persuade the perfect couple to move in next door, Manny dates the daughter of Jay's biggest nemesis, and Mitchell and Cameron try to get Lily a new teacher.

    Director:Gail Mancuso
    Writers:Brad Walsh, Paul Corrigan

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  15. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 15 - Fight or Flight
    7.8/10(2648 votes)

    S6:E15

    Jay shows Manny how to defend himself whilst Mitch and Cam decide to throw Sal a belated baby shower.

    Director:Steven Levitan
    Writer:Abraham Higginbotham

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  16. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 17 - Closet? You'll Love It!
    7.8/10(2640 votes)

    S6:E17

    When their competitor releases a catchy ad, Claire and Jay race to shoot a commercial of their own.

    Director:Ryan Case
    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  17. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 14 - Valentine's Day 4: Twisted Sister
    7.7/10(2605 votes)

    S6:E14

    Claire believes that Phil could be more into "Juliana" than her. Gloria's sister pays a visit.

    Director:Fred Savage
    Writer:Jeffrey Richman

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  18. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 12 - The Big Guns
    7.6/10(2595 votes)

    S6:E12

    The Dunphys learn that neighbor wars are not for the faint of heart.

    Director:Jeffrey Walker
    Writer:Vali Chandrasekaran

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  19. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 19 - Grill, Interrupted
    7.6/10(2500 votes)

    S6:E19

    Jay's birthday comes with a number of interesting gifts, including Phil's high-tech outdoor grill, and Claire and Mitchell's offer to pay back some ancient loans—though they don't think he'll actually accept it. Meanwhile, Gloria teaches Manny and Luke a lesson about drinking; and Andy finds himself in an awkward situation when Haley brings her new doctor boyfriend.

    Director:James Bagdonas
    Writers:Brad Walsh, Jeffrey Richman, Paul Corrigan

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  20. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 21 - Integrity
    7.6/10(2404 votes)

    S6:E21

    Jay and Phil try to stand up for themselves on the home front while Haley attempts it at work.

    Director:Chris Koch
    Writers:Chuck Tatham, Stephen Lloyd

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  21. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 6 - Halloween 3: AwesomeLand
    7.5/10(2653 votes)

    S6:E6

    Phil takes over Halloween decorating duties from Claire. Jay is upset when he wants to dress up as Prince Charming but Gloria buys him a Shrek costume. Mitchell has a problem in court with the stenographer working in a scary costume.

    Director:Gail Mancuso
    Writers:Abraham Higginbotham, Brad Walsh, Paul Corrigan

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  22. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 13 - Rash Decisions
    7.5/10(2546 votes)

    S6:E13

    When Phil thinks Luke is giving him the cold shoulder, Andy becomes Phil's new right-hand man. Joe might be allergic to Stella.

    Director:James Alan Hensz
    Writer:Unknown

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  23. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 9 - Strangers in the Night
    7.4/10(2603 votes)

    S6:E9

    Jay and Gloria try to get out of parties they must attend. Mitchell's kind gesture to a co-worker backfires on him, and Phil and Claire think Alex is lying when she tells them she found a boyfriend.

    Director:Fred Savage
    Writer:Chuck Tatham

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  24. Modern Family Season 6 Episode 18 - Spring Break
    7.3/10(2506 votes)

    S6:E18

    Claire tackles spring cleaning; Haley tries to distract Alex by taking her to a music festival.

    Director:Gail Mancuso
    Writers:Brad Walsh, Paul Corrigan

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Season 6 Ratings Summary

"Connection Lost" is the best rated episode of "Modern Family" season 6. It scored 9.5/10 based on 10176 votes. Directed by Steven Levitan and written by Steven Levitan, Megan Ganz, it aired on 2/25/2015. This episode is rated 0.8 points higher than the second-best, "American Skyper".