Modern Family Season 1 (2009)

Tagline: One big (straight, gay, multi-cultural, traditional) happy family

Starring: Ed O’Neill, Sofia Vergara, Julie Bowen, Ty Burrell, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Eric Stonestreet, Nolan Gould, Sarah Hyland, Ariel Winter, Rico Rodriguez

Summary: A satirical look at the lives of three different families through documentary-style storytelling

5 Words/Phrases: Flat-out hysterical; great dynamics in each respective family; surprising amount of depth to characters and/or situations encountered; brilliant cast; best new sitcom of the year

Most Impressed By: How skilfully the different stories of each family are incorporated into the episodes

Least Impressed By: …nothing!

Comments: A simply brilliant show with a strong season from pilot to finale

Overall Rating: 10/10

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