Modern Family season 11 episode 17 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
Claire and Phil retreat to their driveway as their house overflows with family chaos. Alex returns home, quitting her high-profile job for ethical reasons. Meanwhile, Cam and Mitchell adopt baby Rex and move into a new home. At their housewarming, they receive a quirky gift from Jay. Alex is offered a job in Switzerland, and Cam gets his dream coaching job in Missouri. The Dunphys face a dilemma of too many people in the house, leading to heartfelt goodbyes as Alex, Haley, Dylan, and Luke move on to new chapters, and Cam and Mitchell leave for Missouri.
Full Episode S11E17 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Claire and Phil move to their driveway?
The house was overcrowded after Alex moved back home.
What job did Alex quit and why?
She quit her fancy job for a lower-paying, more ethical one.
Who are the new members in Cam and Mitchell's family?
They adopted a baby boy named Rex Tucker-Pritchett.
What did Jay gift Cam and Mitchell for their housewarming?
An old-time barkeep statue.
Why did Alex decide to move to Switzerland?
She was offered a job transfer to Switzerland with her team.
Who had to move out of the Dunphy house?
Alex decided to move to Switzerland, resolving the issue.
What job offer did Cam receive?
A head coaching job in Missouri.
What decision did Mitchell and Cam make about the job offer?
They decided to move to Missouri for Cam's job.
What are the plans of the other Dunphy children?
Haley and Dylan are moving to an apartment, Luke got into the University of Oregon, and Alex is moving to Switzerland.
How did the episode end?
With emotional goodbyes as Cam and Mitchell leave for Missouri, and the Dunphy children embark on their new paths.