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McPoyle vs. Ponderosa: The Trial of the Century

Summary Old grievances bubble to the surface when The Lawyer agrees to sue Bill Ponderosa on behalf of the Liam McPoyle and his lost eye. Our Take A top shelf classic. If you sample one episode of It’s Always Sunny…

Being Frank

Summary A day in the life of Frank Reynold’s as he tries to keep up with the gang’s newest scheme. Our Take Serviceable television, it advances the story without ever surprising you.

Mac & Dennis Move to the Suburbs

Summary Mac and Dennis move to the suburbs for the cheap rent and open spaces but learn they may be meant for city life. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why It’s…

Dee Made a Smut Film

Summary Dennis and Dee film an adaptation of Dennis’ erotic memoirs while Frank and Mac try to pass off Charlie as a gifted artist for financial gain. Our Take Fine. Just fine. It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia has better hours…

The Gang Hits the Slopes

Summary Dennis and Frank square off against Dee and Mac for control of the mountain, while Charlie learns that the slopes have their own set of rules. Our Take Solid, satisfying television. The season’s engine keeps turning and the character…

Frank Falls Out the Window

Summary Frank falls out the window causing him to think it’s 2006, the gang approaches it as a do over and attempts to fix their past mistakes. Our Take A carefully constructed episode with more hits than misses. Worth your…

Chardee MacDennis 2: Electric Boogaloo

Summary The gang agrees to a truce while demonstrating Chardee MacDennis for an interested board game executive, but the nature of the game quickly sends things off the rails. Our Take A strong episode with a couple of wobbles, but…

Ass Kickers United: Mac and Charlie Join a Cult

Summary “Asskickers” isn’t just a hot new way to work out; it’s a way of life…and maybe a cult. Our Take A mixed bag: some good moves, some filler. It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia running at cruising speed.

Frank Retires

Summary After Frank decides he’s worked long enough, the rest of the gang strategizes amongst and against each other for control over “Paddy’s”. Our Take A solidly built episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.

The Gang Goes on Family Fight

Summary When the gang appears on a nationally broadcasted game show, Dennis does his best to keep the gang’s weirdness under wraps. Our Take A soundly crafted episode with more hits than misses. Worth your time.