It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphiaseason 17 gets a thrilling filming update. Co-created and written by Rob McElhenney, the show follows the outrageous misadventures of the “Gang,” featuring McElhenney as Mac, Glenn Howerton as Dennis, Charlie Day as Charlie, Kaitlin Olson as “Sweet” Dee, and Danny DeVito as Frank. WithIt’s Always Sunnyseason 17, the star-studded cast comes together once again as the hilariously dysfunctional proprietors of an Irish dive bar in Philadelphia.
In an interview withScreen Rant’s Rachel Foertsch during a Wrexham A.F.C. event at Cosm Los Angeles,McElhenney revealed that filming for season 17 concluded this week. McElhenney, who co-owns Wrexham A.F.C. with Ryan Reynolds, shared insight into the series’ progress, while also teasing the potential return of theAlways Sunnypodcast. Here’s what he had to say:
[Regarding the podcast’s return] I don’t know. We’ll see. We never say never. We’re all so super busy right now, but we love the podcast, and we love recording it. We love the show, obviously.
We just finished season 17, or actually, tomorrow is our last day of production on season 17.And then we’re wrapped.
What The Wrap On It’s Always Sunny’s Season 17 Means
The Gang Finishes Another Season
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphiaseason 17 promises more hilariously absurd escapades from the Gang, as they navigate everything from their drinking, scheming, and arguing to thecontinued decline of Paddy’s Pub. While plot details for the upcoming season remain under wraps, hopefully a return to theIt’s Always Sunnypodcast, which is hosted by Day, Howerton, and McElhenney, can offer some behind-the-scenes insights. In the meantime,the Gang will appear on TV sooner than expectedwith a two-episode crossover with ABC’s Philly-based sitcomAbbott Elementary.
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The end ofIt’s Always Sunnyseason 16 saw some comedic highlights, like Dennis' chaotic attempt at a mental health day, a gender showdown at a McPoyle-owned bowling alley, and the gang’s venture into creating celebrity-endorsed boozeguest starringBreaking Bad’s Brian Cranston and Aaron Paul. The show’s ability to consistently tackle a variety of scenarios with scorching irony since its 2005 premiere ensuresseason 17 will keep up the laughs while maintaining its cultural relevance. Filming wrapping this week suggests the series will return in spring or summer 2025.
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The Gang Carries An Unstoppable Legacy
Season 17 will further cementIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphiaas an enduring staple in television comedy.EachIt’s Always Sunnyepisodeconsistently pushes boundaries with biting social satire while keeping its characters hilariously flawed. Withthe entire cast still deeply invested in the series, including McElhenney’s coupled dedication to both the show and Wrexham A.F.C., viewers can look forward to another season of unpredictable, outrageous fun.It’sAlways Sunny in Philadelphiaseason 17 is poised to deliver more of what makes the sitcoma comedic classic.
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia
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It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia is a television series that premiered in 2005, chronicling the chaotic lives of four self-involved friends running an Irish pub in Philadelphia. Their misguided decisions and skewed perspectives often result in amusing and uncomfortable situations, complicating their professional and personal relationships.
