It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia 2005
“More Gang for your buck.”
What is It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia?
It is Always Sunny in Philadelphia is an American television sitcom that premiered on August 4, 2005. Created by Rob McElhenney and co-developed by Glenn Howerton, the series was also developed by Charlie Day.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2005
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 178
- First aired
- Aug 4, 2005
- Last aired
- Aug 20, 2025
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- FX, Hulu, FXX
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
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How long to binge?
Estimate the schedule using 178 episodes and an average 45-minute runtime.
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Overview
It is Always Sunny in Philadelphia is an American television sitcom that premiered on August 4, 2005. Created by Rob McElhenney and co-developed by Glenn Howerton, the series was also developed by Charlie Day. The program originally aired on FX and currently airs on FXX. The show follows the exploits of five egocentric friends who run a failing neighborhood Irish pub in South Philadelphia. These individuals, described as narcissists, attempt to navigate the adult world of work and relationships. Their warped views and precarious judgments frequently lead them into trouble, resulting in a myriad of uncomfortable situations that typically worsen before they improve. The main cast includes Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson, and Danny DeVito. In addition to starring in the series, Day, Howerton, and McElhenney serve as executive producers. The show is also known by the titles It is Always Sunny, Always Sunny, or simply Sunny. Episodes are available for streaming on platforms such as Hulu.
Should you watch it?
“Four egocentric friends manage an Irish pub while navigating the complexities of adult life in Philadelphia.”
- sharp character dynamics
- unpredictable humor
- characters exhibit poor judgment
- situations are frequently uncomfortable
Watch it if you enjoy sitcoms featuring flawed characters in chaotic, self-inflicted situations.
The series features characters with warped views and often depicts uncomfortable or problematic social scenarios.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 7 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 The Gang Gets Racist Aug 4, 2005
- E2 Charlie Wants an Abortion Aug 11, 2005
- E3 Underage Drinking: A National Concern Aug 18, 2005
- E4 Charlie Has Cancer Aug 25, 2005
- E5 Gun Fever Aug 30, 2005
- E6 The Gang Finds a Dead Guy Sep 8, 2005
- E7 Charlie Got Molested Sep 15, 2005
Season 2 · 10 episodes
- E1 Charlie Gets Crippled Jun 29, 2006
- E2 The Gang Goes Jihad Jun 29, 2006
- E3 Dennis and Dee Go on Welfare Jul 6, 2006
- E4 Mac Bangs Dennis' Mom Jul 6, 2006
- E5 Hundred Dollar Baby Jul 13, 2006
- E6 The Gang Gives Back Jul 20, 2006
- E7 The Gang Exploits a Miracle Jul 27, 2006
- E8 The Gang Runs for Office Aug 3, 2006
- E9 Charlie Goes America All Over Everybody's Ass Aug 10, 2006
- E10 Dennis and Dee Get a New Dad Aug 17, 2006
Season 3 · 15 episodes
- E1 The Gang Finds a Dumpster Baby Sep 13, 2007
- E2 The Gang Gets Invincible Sep 13, 2007
- E3 Dennis and Dee's Mom Is Dead Sep 20, 2007
- E4 The Gang Gets Held Hostage Sep 20, 2007
- E5 The Aluminum Monster vs. Fatty Magoo Sep 27, 2007
- E6 The Gang Solves the North Korea Situation Sep 27, 2007
- E7 The Gang Sells Out Oct 4, 2007
- E8 Frank Sets Sweet Dee On Fire Oct 4, 2007
- E9 Sweet Dee's Dating a Retarded Person Oct 11, 2007
- E10 Mac Is a Serial Killer Oct 18, 2007
- E11 Dennis Looks Like a Registered Sex Offender Oct 25, 2007
- E12 The Gang Gets Whacked (1) Nov 1, 2007
- E13 The Gang Gets Whacked (2) Nov 1, 2007
- E14 Bums: Making a Mess All Over the City Nov 8, 2007
- E15 The Gang Dances Their Asses Off Nov 15, 2007
Season 4 · 13 episodes
- E1 Mac and Dennis: Manhunters Sep 18, 2008
- E2 The Gang Solves the Gas Crisis Sep 18, 2008
- E3 America’s Next Top Paddy’s Billboard Model Contest Sep 25, 2008
- E4 Mac’s Banging the Waitress Sep 25, 2008
- E5 Mac and Charlie Die (1) Oct 2, 2008
- E6 Mac and Charlie Die (2) Oct 2, 2008
- E7 Who Pooped the Bed? Oct 9, 2008
- E8 Paddy’s Pub: The Worst Bar in Philadelphia Oct 16, 2008
- E9 Dennis Reynolds: An Erotic Life Oct 23, 2008
- E10 Sweet Dee Has a Heart Attack Oct 30, 2008
- E11 The Gang Cracks the Liberty Bell Nov 6, 2008
- E12 The Gang Gets Extreme: Home Makeover Edition Nov 13, 2008
- E13 The Nightman Cometh Nov 20, 2008
Season 5 · 12 episodes
- E1 The Gang Exploits the Mortgage Crisis Sep 17, 2009
- E2 The Gang Hits the Road Sep 24, 2009
- E3 The Great Recession Oct 1, 2009
- E4 The Gang Gives Frank an Intervention Oct 8, 2009
- E5 The Waitress Is Getting Married Oct 15, 2009
- E6 The World Series Defense Oct 22, 2009
- E7 The Gang Wrestles for the Troops Oct 29, 2009
- E8 Paddy's Pub: Home of the Original Kitten Mittens Nov 5, 2009
- E9 Mac and Dennis Break Up Nov 12, 2009
- E10 The D.E.N.N.I.S. System Nov 19, 2009
- E11 Mac and Charlie Write a Movie Dec 3, 2009
- E12 The Gang Reignites the Rivalry Dec 10, 2009
Frequently asked questions
Who created the show?
The series was created by Rob McElhenney and co-developed by Glenn Howerton.
When did the show premiere?
The series premiered on August 4, 2005.
Who are the main cast members?
The show stars Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, Rob McElhenney, Kaitlin Olson, and Danny DeVito.
What is the premise of the show?
Four egocentric friends run a neighborhood Irish pub and frequently find themselves in trouble due to their warped views.
Which networks have aired the show?
The show originally aired on FX and currently airs on FXX.