Modern Family: Season 4

2012
24 episodes

With Jay and Gloria's baby on the way and Haley going off to college, the entire Pritchett-Dunphy clan faces some major surprises as they bicker and bond over house-flipping headaches, unwanted play dates, and everything from hot-tempered hormones to in utero karaoke.

Season 4 of Modern Family premiered on September 26, 2012 and has 24 episodes, from "Bringing Up Baby" to "Goodnight, Gracie". The last episode aired on May 22, 2013.

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In the United States, you can stream Modern Family on Hulu, Peacock and YouTube TV. You can also buy it on Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. It is on streaming services in 64 countries.

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Episodes

Episode 1Bringing Up BabyAired September 26, 2012
Phil takes Jay on an unconventional fishing trip; Gloria wonders how to break the news about her pregnancy; Dylan temporarily moves in with the Dunphys; Cam and Mich think about adopting a cat.
- 23m
- Directed by Steven Levitan
- Written by Brad Walsh, Paul Corrigan and Dave Weasel
Guest stars
- Reid Ewing Dylan Marshall
- Emily Happe Cat Lady
- Ernie Hudson Miles
- Chazz Palminteri Shorty
Episode 2SchooledAired October 10, 2012
Claire and Phil embarass Haley when they drop her off at college; Manny makes Gloria and Jay take a class; Lily gets into a tussle on her first day of kindergarten.
- 22m
- Directed by Jeff Melman
- Written by Dan O'Shannon and Steven Levitan
Guest stars
- Tom McGowan Principal Roth
- Michaela Watkins Susan
- Wendi McLendon-Covey Pam
- Lauren Swann Baby Class Teacher
- Matthew Alan Baby Class Student
- Hope Jaymes Jorie
- Richard Jenik Jorie's Dad
- Mason McNulty Connor
Episode 3SnipAired October 10, 2012
Phil gets a vasectomy; Gloria and Jay can't agree on whether or not they should find out the sex of the baby; Mitchell tries to steer Cameron towards getting a part-time job.
- 22m
- Directed by Gail Mancuso
- Written by Danny Zuker
Guest stars
- Edward Tournier Jeoux
- Emma Kate Bateman Skylar
- Jocelyn Ayanna Recepcionist
- Amy Motta Chrissy
- Erin Noble Dr. Barksdale
- Steve Lewis Patient
- Kevin Daniels Longinus St. Germaine
Episode 4The Butler's EscapeAired October 17, 2012
Luke wants to quit magic and Phil just can't seem to accept it. Meanwhile, one of Gloria's new pregnancy symptoms is snoring and she's keeping the whole house awake, forcing Jay to take desperate measures; and Mitch and Cam's household dynamic is put to the test when they decide to swap duties -- Mitch staying at home with Lily while Cam goes off to work at his new job as the music teacher at Luke and Manny's school.
- 23m
- Directed by Beth McCarthy-Miller
- Written by Bill Wrubel
Guest stars
- Malachi Smith Delroy
- Lucia Vecchio Goth Girl
Episode 5Open House of HorrorsAired October 24, 2012
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.
- 23m
- Directed by James Bagdonas
- Written by Elaine Ko
Guest stars
- Davis Desmond Chimney Sweep
- Jackson Odell Ted Durkas
- Rodney To Sam
- Katherine Disque Police Officer
- Billy Evans Skeleton
- Shak Ghacha Lemon
- Lucia Sullivan Home Buyer #1
- Joel Spence Home Buyer #2
Episode 6Yard SaleAired October 31, 2012
Jay and Gloria hold a yard sale to help Manny and Luke with their school's charity fundraiser, and the entire family pitches in: Phil feels pressured to both sell and buy something, Mitch and Cam help Claire assess Alex's new 'boy friend,' and Manny finds an old trunk that hides a secret Gloria wants to see remain a secret.
- 23m
- Directed by Gail Mancuso
- Written by Abraham Higginbotham
Guest stars
- Joe Metcalf Michael
- David Jahn Ashtray Guy
- Rob Kerkovich Toaster Guy
- Liz Jenkins Customer
Episode 7ArrestedAired November 7, 2012
Cameron watches Alex and Luke while Phil, Claire and Mitchell deal with Haley's arrest; Jay tries to cut a surprise visit from Dede short, so she doesn't learn about Gloria's pregnancy.
- 23m
- Directed by Gail Mancuso
- Written by Becky Mann and Audra Sielaff
Guest stars
- Joe Adler Aidan Schwartz
- Shelley Long DeDe Pritchett
- James McAuley Dean Miller
- Jay Harik Police Officer
- Scott Beehner Doctor
- Emily Liu Nurse
Episode 8Mistery DateAired November 14, 2012
When Claire takes Manny and Luke along to Alex's academic decathlon for the weekend, Phil attempts to throw together a boys' night at the house. Cam and Mitch arrange for quite the surprise baby gift for Jay and Gloria.
- 23m
- Directed by Beth McCarthy-Miller
- Written by Jeffrey Richman
Guest stars
- Matthew Broderick Dave
- Josh Jones Clerk
- Kevin Cotteleer Dr. Jensen
- Chris Prinzo Hug-a-Bunny
- Gina Garcia Cushion Stealer
- Theo Wilson Security Guard
- Cynthia Frost Jeremy's Grandma
- Logan Riley Manny's Crush
Episode 9When a Tree FallsAired November 28, 2012
Mitch and Cam try to save an old tree in the park. Jay takes Manny to a kid's Olympics-themed birthday party. Gloria and Claire have an eventful shopping trip.
- 22m
- Directed by Steven Levitan
- Written by Ben Karlin
Guest stars
- Drew Powell Terry
- Paul Scheer Store Manager
- Larry Herron Terry's Partner
- Alex Fernandez Park Worker
- Michael Christian Alexander Store Security
- Kevin High Bill
- Bob Wiltfong Jerry
- Peter Douglas Fireman
Episode 10Diamond in the RoughAired December 12, 2012
When Manny and Luke's Little League team makes it to the playoffs, Claire and Cameron search for a field to use. Gloria uses a microphone to sing to the baby.
- 23m
- Directed by Gail Mancuso
- Written by Dan O'Shannon, Becky Mann and Audra Sielaff
Guest stars
- Irene Roseen Mrs. Brooks
- Charles Carpenter Umpire
Episode 11New Year's EveAired January 9, 2013
Jay and the family plan to celebrate New Year's together at a hotel in Palm Springs, but the hotel doesn't meet their expectations; Alex and Haley are faced with challenges as they try to watch the kids back at home.
- 22m
- Directed by Fred Goss
- Written by Abraham Higginbotham and Jeffrey Richman
Guest stars
- Lainie Kazan Eleanor
- Billy Dee Williams Himself
- Brielle Barbusca Joyce
- Paris Smith Becca
- Clint Tauscher Male Nudist
- Khali Macintyre Female Nudist
- Lyle Kanouse Hugo
- Hansford Rowe Bugs
Episode 12Party CrasherAired January 16, 2013
Gloria and Jay try to make Manny's 14th birthday extra special by planning a surprise party; Haley starts hanging out with a much older guy.
- 23m
- Directed by Fred Savage
- Written by Christopher Lloyd and Danny Zuker
Guest stars
- Jason Mantzoukas Kenny
- Tim Banning Bakery Employee
- Bill Coelius Parking Attendant
- Krystal Gauvin Manny's Girlfriend
- Karen Y. McClain Nurse
- Laurel Coddington Cameron's Student
- Destinie Dominguez Cameron's Student
- Josiah Dominguez Cameron's Student
Episode 13FulgencioAired January 23, 2013
When Gloria's mother and sister visit, they bring traditions, baby names and family baggage; Phil helps the kids with their problems; Mitchell and Cameron try to correct Lily's bad habits.
- 23m
- Directed by Lev L. Spiro
- Written by Bill Wrubel
Guest stars
- Reid Ewing Dylan Marshall
- Craig Zimmerman Crispin
- Elizabeth Peña Pilar Ramírez
- Stephanie Beatriz Sonia Ramírez
- Josh Clark Father Krzyzieski
- John Kapelos Stavros
- Noah Weisberg Brett
- Gianna LePera Karen
Episode 14A Slight at the OperaAired February 6, 2013
When the lead in the school's production of "Phantom of the Opera" gets sick, Manny is willing to do anything to land the lead; Phil and Jay wind up in a golf-off with Mitch and Pepper; Gloria and Alex visit a psychic.
- 22m
- Directed by James Bagdonas
- Written by Brad Walsh and Paul Corrigan
Guest stars
- Reid Ewing Dylan Marshall
- Nathan Lane Pepper Saltzman
- Fred Willard Frank Dunphy
- Norma Maldonado Psychic
- Duncan Burrell Carl
- Piper Mackenzie Harris Maureen
- Molly Lamont Manny's Crush
- Jarrod Bailey Alex's Knight
Episode 15Heart BrokenAired February 13, 2013
Claire and Phil's Valentine's Day romp ends with Claire in the hospital. Jay and Gloria's attempts at romance face constant interruption. After hosting a wild party, Cam and Mitch are left with hangovers and a new housemate.
- 23m
- Directed by Beth McCarthy-Miller
- Written by Danny Zuker
Guest stars
- Reid Ewing Dylan Marshall
- Beverly Leech Dr. Anne Coben
- Brad Morris Harlan
Episode 16Bad Hair DayAired February 20, 2013
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.
- 23m
- Directed by Gail Mancuso
- Written by Elaine Ko
Guest stars
- Maxwell Caulfield Professor Cooke
- David Faustino Tater
- Annie Mumolo Esther
- Maribeth Monroe Maggie
- Craig Stepp Dean Stoller
Episode 17Best MenAired February 27, 2013
Mitch and Cam's friend Sal announces she's getting married the next day and they are in the wedding; Gloria doesn't trust her new nanny; Claire bonds with Haley; Phil helps Luke with a girl.
- 23m
- Directed by Steven Levitan
- Written by Abraham Higginbotham, Dan O'Shannon and Bianca Douglas
Guest stars
- Michael Masini Anthony Lombardo
- Nosheen Phoenix Daliya
- Janelle Marra Valerie
- Abe Zuckerman Bassist
- Elizabeth Banks Sal
- Dina Spybey-Waters Art Teacher
- Rachael Marie Gabby
- Ian Patrick Williams Minister
Episode 18The Wow FactorAired March 27, 2013
Claire and Cam bring in a third party (Wendi McLendon-Covey) when they reach an impasse on a landscaping decision; Phil teaches basic fix-it skills to the kids; Mitch helps Lily with a bully.
- 22m
- Directed by Steven Levitan
- Written by Ben Karlin
Guest stars
- Rowan Smyth Playground Kid (uncredited)
- Wendi McLendon-Covey Pam
- Margaret Easley Rachel
- Luke Grakal Milo
- Fred Willard Frank Dunphy
- Aidan Gallagher Alec (uncredited)
- Skye Roberts Gymboree Toddler (uncredited)
Episode 19The Future DunphysAired April 3, 2013
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.
- 23m
- Directed by Ryan Case
- Written by Elaine Ko
Guest stars
- Amy Anderson Waitress
- Justine Bateman Angela
- Richard Riehle Norman
- Luka Jones Dustin
- Anastasia Basil Sydney
- John Cygan Admissions Dean
- Brian Palermo Dryden Dad
- Dominic Barnes Dryden Student
Episode 20Flip FlopAired April 10, 2013
Phil gets desperate when Cam and Claire's flipped house is more difficult to sell than expected; Javier brings his new girlfriend along to visit Manny.
- 23m
- Directed by Gail Mancuso
- Written by Bill Wrubel and Jeffrey Richman
Guest stars
- Paget Brewster Trish
- Anders Holm Zack
- Rob Riggle Gil Thorpe
- Samantha Bennett Waitress
- Ira Glass Himself (voice)
- Benjamin Bratt Javier Delgado
Episode 21Career DayAired May 1, 2013
Phil is jazzed to share the wonders of residential real estate with Luke and Manny's classmates for career day. Gloria challenges Jay's claims of always wanting to become a novelist. Mitch and Cam make a costly mistake while executing tooth fairy duties.
- 23m
- Directed by James Alan Hensz
- Written by Brad Walsh and Paul Corrigan
Guest stars
- Autumn Withers Mrs. Ebbert
- Rob Riggle Gil Thorpe
- Piper Mackenzie Harris Maureen
Episode 22My HeroAired May 8, 2013
Mitch's ex-boyfriend, a personable and successful doctor, invites the whole family to a fundraising event at a roller rink; Phil teaches Gloria how to skate; Haley helps Alex talk to boys.
- 23m
- Directed by Gail Mancuso
- Written by Abraham Higginbotham
Guest stars
- Larry Sullivan Teddy
- Lex Medlin Jeff
- Zack Roosa Max
- Zac Goodspeed Blake
- Cherinda Kincherlow Employee
Episode 23Games People PlayAired May 15, 2013
Phil gets a new RV for a fun family road trip. Jay and Gloria search for Manny's backpack. Lily's gymnastics meet brings out Cam and Mitch's competitive spirit.
- 23m
- Directed by Alisa Statman
- Written by Danny Zuker and Ben Karlin
Guest stars
- Matt Malloy Pat
- Lenny Jacobson Tony
- Joy Lofton Julie's Mom
- Jennifer DeFilippo Abby's Mom
- Caitlyn Leone Julie
- Kylie Noelle Price Abby
- Mike Coleman
Episode 24Goodnight, GracieAired May 22, 2013
Everyone flies down to Florida to be with Phil after his mom's passing. Claire helps Phil with Gracie's last wish for Frank, and the kids reflect on the gifts grandma left for them. Gloria has to contend with an outstanding arrest warrant in Florida, Cam finds himself fitting right into an elderly women's group at Frank's retirement community, and Jay runs into a pivotal person from his past.
- 23m
- Directed by Steven Levitan
- Written by Jeffrey Richman
Guest stars
- Millicent Martin Charlotte
- Anita Gillette Annie
- Ann Magnuson Shelley
- Fred Willard Frank Dunphy
- Caroline Aaron Judge Bartley
- Mary Jo Catlett Edith
- Peggy Miley Hattie
- Ruth Williamson Marilyn