Ep 1. The Old Wagon

In the season 2 premiere of Modern Family titled "The Old Wagon," the three families are back together for a new set of hilarious adventures. The episode begins with Claire and Phil trying to convince their teenage daughter, Haley, to get rid of her old, beat-up wagon so they can get a new car for themselves. However, Haley is emotionally attached to the wagon, which has been with her since she was a child, and refuses to give it away.

Gloria and Jay, on the other hand, are dealing with Manny's first day of school. Gloria is worried that he won't fit in because of his Colombian heritage and unusual interests, while Jay is unsure how to handle his son's unique personality. Meanwhile, Mitchell and Cameron are trying to potty train their adopted daughter, Lily, with little success.

As each family deals with their individual problems, they all come together when they find out that Haley has taken the old wagon out for a joyride, causing it to break down. The family decides to try and fix the wagon and make it look new again to surprise Haley, but their attempts end up making it look worse.

Throughout the episode, there are plenty of the show's classic comedic moments and witty one-liners. The cast's chemistry is as strong as ever, with each character bringing their own brand of humor to the table. The episode also highlights the theme of family and its importance, no matter how dysfunctional it may be.

In the end, the family comes together to surprise Haley with her newly restored wagon, which leads to a heartwarming moment that showcases the love and support that they have for each other. "The Old Wagon" sets the tone for the rest of the season, promising even more laugh-out-loud moments and touching family moments.