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Season 8 ends with a poignant note: change is inevitable. While the show would continue for three more seasons, Season 8 feels like the conclusion of the "golden era" act. The children have grown, the parents have matured, and the mockumentary format has proven its timelessness.

"The Long Honeymoon" (Claire and Phil compete for an overeager divorcee’s real estate business); "Crying Out Loud" (Mitch and Cam lose Lily at the airport); and "Patriot Games" (Jay vs. a neighbor’s annoying American flag). Modern Family Season 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

"A Stereotypical Day" (Gloria tries to fit in with suburban moms); "The Alliance" (Haley, Alex, and Luke form a secret pact to get what they want); and "Five Minutes" (Phil and Claire attempt to have a romantic five-minute conversation without interruption—impossible). Season 8 ends with a poignant note: change is inevitable