[s7e9] White Christmas Official

Watch the official promo for this holiday episode to see the family's reaction to the unseasonable heat: Modern Family 7x09 Promo "White Christmas" (HD) YouTube• Dec 7, 2015 "Modern Family" White Christmas (TV Episode 2015) - IMDb

: Gloria's dream of a "white Christmas" is ruined when she realizes she misread her weather app in Celsius; the mountain retreat is actually hotter than their home.

In the Modern Family episode , Gloria's attempt at a traditional snowy holiday at a mountain cabin is upended by record-breaking heat and a series of family revelations. Key Plot Developments [S7E9] White Christmas

: The family discovers an uninvited guest, Fig Wilson (played by guest star Andrea Martin), is already staying in the cabin. Alex views Fig as her "Ghost of Christmas Future" and fears she will end up just as cynical and alone.

: The episode includes several visual and thematic nods to Stanley Kubrick's The Shining , particularly regarding the cabin and some of the cinematography. Watch the official promo for this holiday episode

: Jay makes a major announcement about his retirement from Pritchett's Closets but uses a fictional successor to test Claire's dedication to the company.

: The pair tries to redeem themselves for a disastrous caroling performance from the previous year by rehearsing "Silent Night," only to be hindered by Lily's lack of musical talent. Trivia & Cultural References Alex views Fig as her "Ghost of Christmas

: Fans noted a minor continuity error where a flashback shows Haley with her current short hairstyle instead of how it actually looked during that past timeframe.