Summary The McPoyles invade Paddy’s and take the gang hostage, demanding $100,000, a gassed-up boat and a reversible Planet Hollywood jacket. Meanwhile, Frank is crawling through the ductwork above Paddy’s, searching for his will, when Liam McPoyle turns up the heat. Our Take Very good — not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds…
Dennis and Dee’s Mom is Dead
Summary Dennis and Dee’s abrasive mother has died, and the bad news is that she stiffed them in her will, leaving all her money to her humanitarian paramour, Bruce Mathis. But at least Dennis got her house. It’s a “party mansion,” and that’s how he intends to use it. Our Take Confident and engaging. The…
The Gang Gets Invincible
Summary Mac, Dennis and Dee try out for the Philadelphia Eagles, but seem more interested in outdoing each other. Also trying out for the team is Doyle McPoyle, a brother of the gang’s archenemies, Ryan and Liam McPoyle. The entire McPoyle clan shows up to cheer Doyle on, which is not good news for fellow…
The Gang Finds a Dumpster Baby
Summary Dennis, Dee and Mac find a baby in a Dumpster, and Dee and Mac decide to raise him. They also decide to use him to raise some cash. Meanwhile, Dennis joins an environmental-activist group, and isn’t exactly welcomed with open arms. But he finds a way to take revenge. And Charlie wants Frank to…
Dennis and Dee Get a New Dad
Summary Dee receives e-mails from a man who claims to be her father, so she confronts Frank and Barbara to find out what’s up. Meanwhile, Mac seeks out his own dad, who’s in prison. Our Take A strong episode with a couple of wobbles, but It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia keeps its grip throughout.
Charlie Goes America All Over Everybody’s Ass
Summary Let freedom ring at Paddy’s! After an argument about constitutional rights and smoking in the bar, Mac and Dennis decide to lift all behavioral restrictions, and Paddy’s soon goes wild. Meanwhile, Charlie and Dee head off to an antitobacco demonstration. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the…
The Gang Runs for Office
Summary Frank offers the gang his political wisdom, which unsurprisingly involves bribery. Then Dennis decides to run for office himself. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the stakes feel real, and the hour flies by.
The Gang Exploits a Miracle
Summary The Madonna of Paddy’s? The gang seeks financial salvation when a leaky pipe at Paddy’s causes a water stain on the wall that resembles the Virgin Mary. Meanwhile, Dee has an awkward reunion with a priest who had a crush on her in high school. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the…
The Gang Gives Back
Summary The gang must perform community service after their “mishap” gets them arrested for arson. While fulfilling his duty, Charlie discovers that he has something in common with the coffee-shop waitress. Meanwhile, Frank’s attempt to bond with Dennis backfires. Our Take Very good — not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds you why…
Hundred Dollar Baby
Summary After she’s mugged, Dee takes boxing lessons from ex-pug Frank, who runs into an old nemesis at the gym. Meanwhile, Mac and Dennis enter Charlie in an underground street-fight match with hopes of making some money. And both Dee and Charlie need help, which they find in a pill bottle. Our Take A transition…