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Season 5 – It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia

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Depraved underachieving might look easy, but for the egocentric Mac, Charlie, Dennis, Frank and Dee, it's an art form; "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" follows "The Gang," the owners of the unsuccessful Paddy's Pub; a group of degenerates who loves nothing more than to scheme, conspire, and mostly revel in each other's misery; whether gaming the welfare system, exploiting dumpster babies, pretending to be crippled, impersonating officers or faking funerals, The Gang never stoops too low in the name of making a buck.
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The Gang comes to accept their rotten lot in life and It's Always Sunny settles into a morbidly pleasurable groove as a comedy of foiled dreams and dunderheaded schemes.

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Catherine Shoard Guardian 10/14/2020
It's Always Sunny is funny not for its shock value, but because it feels like a recognizable slice of life. For all its toxicity, it is weirdly cheering -- invigorating, even. Acid can be addictive. Go to Full Review Brian Tallerico HollywoodChicago.com 10/14/2020
4/5
It can take some time to get on the wavelength of Charlie, Mac, Dennis, Dee, and Frank, but you won't be able to say goodbye once you do. Go to Full Review Ellen Gray Philadelphia Inquirer 10/14/2020
DeVito and the rest are totally committed to everything they do, no matter how absurd, and more often than not, they manage to sell it. So feel free to laugh yourself silly. Go to Full Review Eric Hochberger TV Fanatic 10/16/2020
Hilarious [finale] and we're not sure how we're going to have to wait for season six. Go to Full Review Amie Gibb TV Equals 10/16/2020
All said, it's a great [premieire] that is full of laughs and an encouraging beginning to season 5. Go to Full Review Timothy Gabriele PopMatters 10/15/2020
There's a tragedy somewhere in this world, but you may be too busy splitting your sides to notice. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Regal R @RT96555783 07/02/2024 80/100 - Wow, right out of the gate they just throw you into the thick of it. I like how bold the writers are, and I think a lot of the humor is just them picking the most offensive topics and just running with them. I feel like this show can get old because its the same format every show, but thats also what makes it comfort food. The same characters you know and love, always acting the same, getting into the same shenanigans. I will miss shows like this and the fact that no writers are daring enough to make films like this anymore. See more Bec B @RT82504175 10/03/2023 Always funny. Always keeps you watching. Obsessed with this show! See more Christopher M @DiscoSquirrel 01/12/2023 This show is consistently the funniest thing on TV. It's an absolute must watch. See more Terri F @Terri.F 10/15/2022 The whole cast and writing team are geniuses See more 04/15/2022 I felt like while Season 4 had a lot of hilarious scenarios, I wasn't laughing as much as I had during previous seasons. This season brought back more of that immediate humor that the previous season was lacking in some spots. I know Kitten Mittens and the DENNIS System get a lot of credit, but I think "The Gang Hits The Road" was also a great episode that doesn't get enough credit for how funny it is. See more 02/10/2020 are kitten mittens like a real thing or something??? i need some for my kitties See more Read all reviews
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Danny DeVito

Frank Reynolds

Charlie Day

Charlie Kelly

Glenn Howerton

Dennis Reynolds

Kaitlin Olson

Deandra "Sweet Dee" Reynolds

Rob McElhenney

Mac

Brian Unger

The Attorney

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 17, 2009 The Gang Exploits the Mortgage Crisis Frank, Mac and Dennis try their hand at real estate; Dee arranges to be a surrogate mother to a wealthy couple; Charlie faces off with a lawyer. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 24, 2009 The Gang Hits the Road Dennis, Mac and Frank plan a trip to see the Grand Canyon; Dee and her small bladder crash the party; Charlie shows up despite his fear of leaving the state. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 1, 2009 The Great Recession Mac and Dennis try to keep the bar afloat in the tough economic times; Frank starts a family business with Dee; newly poor people gather outside the bar. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 8, 2009 The Gang Gives Frank an Intervention Dee, Dennis and Charlie plan an intervention for Frank; Mac and Frank are both interested in Aunt Donna. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 15, 2009 The Waitress Is Getting Married The waitress is getting married, Dee is jealous that she's beating her to the altar, so she tries to derail the wedding. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 22, 2009 The World Series Defense The gang describes the trials and tribulations experienced during Game Five of the World Series in hopes the judge will clear them of all the citations received. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 4, 2009 The Gang Wrestles for the Troops The gang decides to put on a wrestling show for the returning troops; Dee is surprised when the soldier she's been chatting with online is not how she expected. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 5, 2009 Paddy's Pub: Home of the Original Kitten Mittens When a merchandising convention comes to town, the gang tries to develop marketable products in an attempt to build Paddy's brand. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 12, 2009 Mac and Dennis Break Up Mac and Dennis decide to spend some time apart; Chris lends his feline expertise to help Dee find her cat. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 19, 2009 The D.E.N.N.I.S. System Dennis reveals his fool-proof system for seducing any woman to the rest of the gang, but they don't grasp the concept. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 3, 2009 Mac and Charlie Write a Movie Dee gets a part in M. Night Shyamalan's movie; Mac and Charlie see a perfect opportunity to sell their movie. Details Episode 12 Aired Dec 10, 2009 The Gang Reignites the Rivalry After a 10-year ban, Paddy's team is eligible to compete in Flipadelphia, a city-wide flip cup tournament. Details

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It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia — Season 5

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Season Info

Director
Fred Savage, Randall Einhorn
Executive Producer
David Hornsby, Tom Lofaro, Michael Rotenberg, Megan Ganz, Nick Frenkel, Rob Rosell, Scott Marder, Victor Hsu, Rob McElhenney, Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton
Screenwriter
David Hornsby, Becky Mann, Audra Sielaff, Glenn Howerton, Charlie Day
Network
FXX
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 17, 2009