[s3e21] Planes, Train And Cars May 2026

is the 21st episode of the third season of the hit ABC sitcom Modern Family , which first aired on May 2, 2012. Its title is a playful homage to the 1987 John Hughes comedy Planes, Trains and Automobiles . The episode features three separate storylines centered on the mishaps and emotional realizations involving different modes of transportation. Storyline Summaries

Mitchell and Cameron take Lily on her first metro train ride to Chinatown. During a quick hand-sanitizing break, Lily’s favorite stuffed animal, "Bunny," is left behind on the departing train. The dads go to extreme lengths to retrieve it, even creating "Missing" posters that accidentally look like they are offering a reward for their daughter. They eventually find the bunny with a homeless man, but decide to leave it behind after seeing him use it as a tissue. Character Highlights and Quotes Modern Family Recap – Planes, Trains and Cars [S3E21] Planes, Train and Cars

Phil makes a spontaneous, solo purchase of a two-seat Porsche convertible, fearing Claire's wrath. To his surprise, Claire remains eerily calm, hoping he will realize the car's impracticality on his own. After Phil struggles to use the tiny car for his real estate work, Claire takes it for a reckless joyride to the beach. The couple ultimately agrees they need a more sensible vehicle but should also make more time for spontaneous fun. is the 21st episode of the third season