Archives Episodes

Mac and Dennis Break Up

Summary Mac and Dennis decide to take a break from each other, a development that strains relationships. Meanwhile, “kitten mitten” Charlie helps Dee find her lost cat. Our Take Middle of the road. Watchable, but you’ll forget the details by…

Paddy’s Pub: Home of the Original Kitten Mittens

Summary With a merchandising convention in town, the gang tries to build the Paddy’s brand by developing marketable products—such as mittens for kittens. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.

The Gang Wrestles for the Troops

Summary The gang stages a wrestling show for returning troops. Meanwhile, Dee meets a soldier she’s been talking to online; but he isn’t what she expected. Our Take A strong episode with a couple of wobbles, but It’s Always Sunny…

The World Series Defense

Summary The gang go to court to talk their way out of a parking ticket they got on the night of the final game of the 2008 World Series. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel…

The Waitress is Getting Married

Summary The Waitress is getting married, and Dee’s jealous because she isn’t. Meanwhile, the guys try to get the lovelorn Charlie back into the dating scene. Our Take Serviceable television, it advances the story without ever surprising you.

The Gang Gives Frank an Intervention

Summary Frank’s behavior is more bizarre than usual—so bizarre that even the gang notice—so they decide to stage an intervention. Our Take A mixed bag: some good moves, some filler. It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia running at cruising speed.

The Great Recession

Summary With a shantytown taking shape outside, Mac and Dennis try to keep Paddy’s going in tough times. Meanwhile, Frank and Dee start a family business. Our Take A transition episode that sets up more than it delivers. Necessary, not…

The Gang Hits the Road

Summary The gang take a road trip. Destination: the Grand Canyon. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character work pays.

The Gang Exploits the Mortgage Crisis

Summary Frank, Mac and Dennis try their hand at real estate; Dee arranges to be a surrogate mother for a rich couple; Charlie squares off with a lawyer over the intricacies of the judicial system. Our Take Confident and engaging.…

The Nightman Cometh

Summary Charlie puts on a rock opera based on his song “Nightman,” and he gets the rest of the gang to help him. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.