Ep 3. Larry's Wife

Larry's Wife is the third episode of the fifth season of the popular American sitcom Modern Family, which originally aired on October 9, 2013, on ABC. The episode revolves around the family members dealing with their own problems in their personal and professional lives.

The main conflict of the episode is centered around Larry, a family friend and entrepreneur who has come to the Dunphy household to pitch his new invention, a wireless toilet. Phil, who is a real estate agent, sees this as a great opportunity for a potential client and begins to pitch Larry's invention to his associates. However, despite Phil's efforts, no one seems to be interested in investing in Larry's invention.

Meanwhile, Cam and Mitchell are dealing with their own issues. Cam is struggling to find a job after quitting his position as a high school football coach while Mitchell is upset about not being able to make it to an important work function due to a family emergency. However, their focus shifts when they receive a surprise visitor at their home: Larry's wife.

As it turns out, Larry's wife has been missing for days, and the police have been unable to find her. Cam and Mitchell take it upon themselves to help Larry search for his wife, and after some investigation, they manage to find her. However, the events that unfold bring up some unexpected and hilarious surprises.

On the other hand, Claire and Jay find themselves dealing with their own issues. Claire, who is now working at her father's company, is struggling to find her place in the workplace. She is being constantly undermined by her co-worker whom she suspects is trying to sabotage her. Jay, on the other hand, is trying to keep himself busy with his hobbies but accidentally injures himself, leaving Gloria to take care of him.

As the episode progresses, each of the characters manages to resolve their own problems. Phil realizes that he has been too focused on making a sale and apologizes to Larry for his behavior. Cam and Mitchell's adventure in finding Larry's wife gives them a renewed sense of purpose and offers them some much-needed comic relief. Claire manages to prove her worth at work despite her coworker's best efforts, and Jay comes to the realization that he can still enjoy his hobbies even without being physically active.

In the end, the episode ends with a touching scene in which all of the characters gather around the dinner table, sharing their own experiences and offering support to one another. Despite their problems, they realize that they are a family, and that no matter what happens, they can always count on each other.

Overall, Larry's Wife is a hilarious and heartwarming episode of Modern Family that highlights the importance of family, support, and perseverance. With its expertly crafted comedy and relatable characters, this episode is sure to leave audiences feeling uplifted and entertained.