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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    undefined Season 3 Episode 9 - Thirty
    9.4/10(115 votes)

    S3:E9

    The trio have amassed a plethora (oh yes, a plethora) of clues, suspects & theories but find no concrete answers about Ben’s murder. They devise a peculiar method of throwing themselves into the actual case to recreate the final moments of Ben’s life.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  2. undefined Season 6 Episode 24 - American Skyper
    8.1/10(26 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.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  3. undefined Season 5 Episode 12 - Under Pressure
    8.0/10(34 votes)

    S5:E12

    The high school open house puts the parents in a bit of a time warp when Claire finds herself stressed out by all the pressure, Gloria encounters a “mean girl” mom and Jay teaches Phil how to play a little hookie. Elsewhere, Mitchell gets defensive when he encounters his judgemental, environmentalist neighbor and Alex goes to see a therapist.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  4. undefined Season 4 Episode 19 - The Future Dunphys
    7.9/10(30 votes)

    S4:E19

    At the hospital Claire and Phil see the older version of their family; Mitchell and Cameron plan a day for Lily and Gloria; Manny and Jay go to a private school to look around.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  5. undefined Season 11 Episode 18 - Finale (2)
    7.9/10(19 votes)

    S11:E18

    The entire family discovers saying goodbye is much harder than it seems.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  6. undefined Season 7 Episode 22 - Double Click
    7.7/10(17 votes)

    S7:E22

    Claire can't seem to find the right time to fire one of her employees, while, back at home, Phil thinks he caught Luke with a girl in his bed, and no one seems to notice that Alex has moved back home for the summer. Jay refuses to accept that it might be harder to reenter the workforce than he thought, and Cameron and Mitch butt heads on how to share time with Lily now that Cameron took a summer job in Kansas City.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  7. undefined Season 5 Episode 4 - Farm Strong
    7.7/10(29 votes)

    S5:E4

    Cam's sister comes to town with good news, Phil and Claire agree to skip Luke's soccer game, Gloria refuses to admit she needs glasses, and Alex thinks Jay is cheating at Words With Friends.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  8. undefined Season 5 Episode 20 - Australia
    7.7/10(29 votes)

    S5:E20

    The entire family tags along as Phil fulfills his mom's wish for him to return to his roots and visit the country where he was conceived, Australia. Unfortunately, Phil's attempts to embrace his native land are met by a lot of rejection, while Jay and Claire let work eat into vacation time, and Mitch and Cam get reacquainted with an old friend they can't stand but is now a big-time celebrity in Australia

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  9. undefined Season 3 Episode 5 - Hit and Run
    7.6/10(32 votes)

    S3:E5

    Gloria tries to help Jay and Manny with their problems but both are unreceptive. Claire considers running against Councilman Duane Bailey. Cam and Mitch are the victims of a hit-and-run accident.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  10. undefined Season 3 Episode 23 - Tableau Vivant
    7.6/10(28 votes)

    S3:E23

    Gloria and Jay bicker while trying to order lunch at a diner. Claire and Cam have different theories on how to discipline kids. Luke accepts an award under false pretenses. Phil has a hard time firing Mitchell from his temporary job at the real estate agency. The entire family participates in Alex's living art display of Norman Rockwell's Thanksgiving painting.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  11. undefined Season 2 Episode 15 - Princess Party
    7.6/10(30 votes)

    S2:E15

    The guest list for Lily's princess-themed birthday party gets a little out of hand when Mitchell decides to invite his mom, much to Claire's dismay, and disinvite Fizbo, much to Cameron's dismay. Things get even more strange when DeDe shows up with Claire's old high school boyfriend in tow, and Jay and Gloria each turn to their own unique methods of dealing with this gathering of misfits.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  12. undefined Season 4 Episode 16 - Bad Hair Day
    7.6/10(27 votes)

    S4:E16

    Things get awkward when Phil shows up at Claire's college reunion. Jay is fixated on winning a big bowling tournament. A wig malfunction during an elaborate photo shoot with Joe leads to unfortunate results.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  13. undefined Season 9 Episode 16 - Wine Weekend
    7.6/10(19 votes)

    S9:E16

    The family goes on a wine tasting trip and stays in Haley's new boss' country house where the only rule is: Don't touch the tiara! Meanwhile, Gloria and Mitch are invited to a party at Oprah's house but can't bring anyone else.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  14. undefined Season 3 Episode 16 - Virgin Territory
    7.5/10(31 votes)

    S3:E16

    It's a day of disturbing realizations when Mitchell manages to ruin one of Jay's proudest golf moments, Phil overhears something that may forever change how he sees his little girl, and Gloria stumbles upon Claire's dangerous little secret.

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  15. undefined Season 4 Episode 5 - Open House of Horrors
    7.5/10(26 votes)

    S4:E5

    Claire must reign in her enthusiasm for Halloween and keep her celebration kid-friendly; Phil decides to hold an open house on Halloween; Mitch and Cam have a costume party; Gloria's hormones make her more quick-tempered than usual.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  16. undefined Season 7 Episode 13 - Thunk in the Trunk
    7.5/10(22 votes)

    S7:E13

    Phil feels unappreciated as Claire is busy running the closet business. A life-size standee of Gloria for her hot sauce display receives some unsavory attention. Cam and Mitch feel suspicious of their new renters.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  17. undefined Season 6 Episode 17 - Closet? You'll Love It!
    7.5/10(24 votes)

    S6:E17

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

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  18. undefined Season 8 Episode 1 - A Tale of Three Cities
    7.4/10(26 votes)

    S8:E1

    After recent trips take the Dunphys to New York; Mitch, Cam and Lily to the Midwest; and Jay, Gloria, Manny and Joe to Juarez, Mexico; the Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker clan reunites for Father's Day.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  19. undefined Season 8 Episode 18 - Five Minutes
    7.4/10(19 votes)

    S8:E18

    So much can happen to the Pritchett-Dunphy-Tucker clan in five minutes! Mitch and Cam have five minutes to catch a new flight while fighting the effects of sleeping pills they took prematurely. Then at Rainer's birthday dinner, Haley and Rainer are forced to reevaluate their entire relationship in the five minutes before the birthday cake arrives. Meanwhile, Phil and Claire pay a surprise visit to Alex and are given a five-minute surprise introduction to her new boyfriend. Finally, with only five minutes to catch a movie, Manny has to find the perfect parking space and endure Jay and Gloria's backseat argument.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  20. undefined Season 11 Episode 10 - The Prescott
    7.4/10(20 votes)

    S11:E10

    Alex's new company is putting her up at a new luxury apartment with full amenities and a list of high-profile residents that the family is eager to take advantage of, without her knowing. Phil is on a mission to review the restaurant's famous sliders for his food blog, while Mitch and Cam sneak in separately to meet its most famous resident, David Beckham. Meanwhile, Luke and Manny head straight for the gym to try and pick up on older women and end up in some hot water with a few of the residents.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  21. undefined Season 6 Episode 4 - Marco Polo
    7.3/10(27 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.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  22. undefined Season 10 Episode 10 - Stuck in a Moment
    7.3/10(15 votes)

    S10:E10

    Hayley wants to give the family a Christmas gift they will never forget if she can just figure out the perfect time. Claire is mad that Phil has once again borrowed the family Christmas tree for a house-showing. Jay, Gloria and Joe have to deal with some unwelcome visitors over the holidays.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  23. undefined Season 1 Episode 1 - Pilot
    7.2/10(13 votes)

    S1:E1

    Newly installed as the Waves' president, Isla faces her first dilemma: whether to trade a foul-mouthed player who's not living up to his potential.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  24. undefined Season 7 Episode 4 - She Crazy
    7.2/10(20 votes)

    S7:E4

    Phil convinces Lily to help with hatch the ducks he made a habitat for; Claire wants to impress her father with some ideas she has for the business; Cam spends time bonding with the frat guys.

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    Writer:Elaine Ko

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  25. undefined Season 9 Episode 1 - Lake Life
    7.1/10(25 votes)

    S9:E1

    Jay forces the family to take their family vacation on a houseboat on a lake in an effort to create memories that will last long after he's gone. Meanwhile, Mitchell runs into an old flame that opens some old wounds; Cam has to stay out of the sun at all costs; Phil and Claire try out some adventureous excursions; and the kids' quest for a good time may not be as fun as they expected.

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Elaine Ko Ratings Summary

"Thirty" is the best rated episode written by Elaine Ko. It scored 9.4/10 based on 115 votes. It was directed by N/A. It aired on 9/26/2023 and is rated 1.3 points higher than their second-best episode, "American Skyper".