







In Modern Family season 3 episode 5, "Hit and Run," the families experience various forms of guilt and shame as they confront mistakes they have made in the past.
Jay (Ed O'Neill) is surprised to learn that a hit and run he committed years ago is being investigated. He is riddled with guilt and fears the repercussions, which causes him to become distant from his family. Meanwhile, Gloria (Sofia Vergara) encourages Manny (Rico Rodriguez) to confront his own guilt over a prank he played on Jay.
Phil (Ty Burrell) and Claire (Julie Bowen) feel ashamed when they learn that they can't afford the extravagant birthday gift they promised to their daughter, Haley (Sarah Hyland). They come up with an elaborate scheme to make it seem like they did, but quickly realize that honesty is the best policy.
Mitchell (Jesse Tyler Ferguson) and Cam (Eric Stonestreet) are anxious about their upcoming wedding and all of the pressure that comes with it. They seek advice from their friend Pepper (Nathan Lane) and end up having an emotional conversation about their fears and insecurities.
Throughout the episode, the families learn that it's important to confront their mistakes and be honest with themselves and their loved ones. As they navigate through their issues, they come to appreciate the power of forgiveness and second chances.
"Hit and Run" is a poignant and humorous episode that highlights the complexities of family life. As always, the talented cast delivers witty one-liners and heartfelt performances that are sure to resonate with viewers.
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CastEd O'NeillSofÑa VergaraJulie BowenDavid NeherSamm Levine
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First AiredOctober 12, 2011
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Content RatingTVPG
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Runtime21 min
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LanguageEnglish
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IMDB Rating7.7 (2,627)

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