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'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' returning for a 4th season

Mar 4, 2008, 10:22 PM | by Eric Ditzian

Categories: TV Biz

Sunnyphilly_lFans of the Day Man rejoice! EW has learned that FX comedy It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia will return for a 4th season. The half-hour show, about four friends and the Irish dive bar they operate when not getting into unwholesome trouble, is scheduled for a 13-episode run. An air date has not yet been determined, but the writing staff is already sketching out story ideas with production tentatively set to begin in June. The main cast will return in its entirety, including Danny DeVito as the gang's twisted father figure.

Later this week, EW.com will be interviewing series creator and co-star Rob McElhenney (pictured, center), who plays the sweetly aggressive Mac. We'll be picking his brain about what madness he, Charlie Day (Charlie, right), and Glenn Howerton (Dennis) have planned for the upcoming season. Got a question you want us to ask? Leave it in the comments and we'll see if Rob thinks you're funny enough to get an answer.


P murda 651 Sat, Jul 4, 2009 at 08:20 AM EST

Where the hell have you guys been? I swear to god that if i dont get at least one more season out of you i will have lost all faith in america, democracy, and freedom. I will then be forced to move to cuba or france or something and whine about how much the u.s. sucks and is ruining everything. I consider myself a patriot and proud america loving american, so please dont make me do this. Hollaluya hollaback. I love you.

Meagan Fri, Jun 19, 2009 at 02:05 PM EST

May I womb you first child?

Jason Faiella Thu, May 14, 2009 at 05:16 PM EST

Will Mac or Charlie hook up with Dee??? i gotta see that!

charlie Wed, May 13, 2009 at 02:29 PM EST

i love you guys expecially charlie!!!
DAYMAN..
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Jordan Mon, May 4, 2009 at 03:45 PM EST

I'm 16 and I LOve the show. People dont understand how funny you guys are. The McPoyles? Undreage Drinking? ALL NIGHT DANCE OFF? SERPICO? Classic if you ask me. This all can't wait for season 5.

Jordan Mon, May 4, 2009 at 03:37 PM EST

Who doesn't love the gang gets held hostage? Gimme the milk!!!!!!!!!!

Demi Sat, May 2, 2009 at 09:45 PM EST

I love your show. Every episode is a hilarious surprise. I appreciate the unique characters. I think it would be funny to do an episode where Frank gets amnesia and the Gang is his only "hope" of getting his memory back. I can only imagine the manipulation.

Demi Sat, May 2, 2009 at 09:43 PM EST

I love your show. Every episode is a hilarious surprise. I appreciate the unique characters. I think it would be funny to do an episode where Frank gets amnesia and the Gang is his only "hope" of getting his memory back. I can only imagine the manipulation.

Baseball Handicapping Sun, Apr 12, 2009 at 11:52 PM EST

I loved the episode where they go to the tryout for the Eagles. Baseball Handicapping

Chris Mon, Apr 6, 2009 at 11:47 AM EST

www.hulu.com

watch them episodes fools

Karlee Fri, Mar 20, 2009 at 10:46 AM EST

The dayman songs sounds exactly like something me and my drunk talentless friends would have made up, and like charlie & Dennis, we would have thought it rocked!!!

Jessica Thu, Mar 19, 2009 at 09:38 PM EST

oh, despite the previous "illiteration" can I play Dee's bff in an episode? I will make you so proud.

Jessica Thu, Mar 19, 2009 at 09:33 PM EST

I love love love this show. I live in Philadelphia. My favorite episode was the one where Dennis and Dee go on welfare and they sit on a stoop with a 40 rapping. Ha. WTF?! So f*ing funny. Oh and the Mexican home makeover, when Dennis is holding up an old a** boombox screaming and wiggling his tongue around!!! Cricket is always a treasure, but can you have him stalk harder this season? Like pop up in Dee's apartment painted like a bookcase or something idiotic? Whatever you do, I know it will probably make us all weep tears of joy. The only thing I wanna mention, is that I appreciated the episodes where you jumped around more, and didn't focus so much on one scenario too much.

yttepekoms Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 08:16 PM EST

a 4th season!?!?
"thats the spirit that beat the japanese"

Nick Paratore Tue, Mar 10, 2009 at 09:28 AM EST

I love you guys ive got everything from dvd's to t shirts to laddy's pub pitchers lol you guys are amazing ...Rob.. your a genious...dont change a thing. I would love to meet you guys, your all hystericall...

"I go Philidelphia For the CRACK" lmao

seanzor Sun, Mar 8, 2009 at 05:31 PM EST

you can watch some on hulu.com

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Brennan Sun, Dec 28, 2008 at 04:22 PM EST

By the way, Frank is great in the show..you all are phenomonal actors, and the world and i is not ready for you to take any out..keep doing what u are doing, WITH THE SAME ACTORS. U all are hilarious together..I heard rumors, that Dennis,Charlie, And Mac wouldn;t be in the new season that much..and that would possible be the worst thing on earth..Oh btw, i think you should have Andy Samberg from SNL and Hot Rod be in one of the episodes.

Brennan Sun, Dec 28, 2008 at 04:15 PM EST

Snuff Porn.Insurance Fraud.Streaking.Charlie "Learns" to write.Retardation, (like rigging special olympics, or adopting a retarted kid to get money) More green man. (probably a whole episode dedicated to green man)or beastiality..like in clerks 2. :) ALL GOOD IDEAS..

Charlie Sat, Dec 20, 2008 at 12:40 AM EST

Not sure if the cast reads these comments but I would remain in a consistantly angry or despondent state of mind through out my day to day life. After watching your show the past four seasons, your comedy really has lightened my spirits. You crazy bastards helped me to enjoy life again and to embrace my inner a**hole so thank you. I'll be praying God continues to bless you with success and creativity in all your endeavors.
--The Night-Man

Shane Thu, Sep 25, 2008 at 02:59 PM EST

this show is awesome! my friend in toronto told me about a couple of years ago, and i thoguht it was the greatest thing since sliced bread.
whatever you are doing with the show, dont stop cause its working.
small but subtle guest stars are key, and finding new ways to screw with Dee in crazy ways are always funny.
good luck!
oh by the way when does the new season start?

jymy Tue, Sep 16, 2008 at 04:27 PM EST

Does Rob know that Americans legally do not have to pay income tax, there is no law. If so, someone post it, i have yet to encounter this "law" that the 16th ammendment protects us from... no joke man :) This is a pretty random comment, but needlesss to say, definetly intersesting, huh?

Patty Tue, Sep 16, 2008 at 11:41 AM EST

does anyone know when the season premier is?

Tim Wed, Sep 10, 2008 at 02:19 PM EST

Just recently discovered the hilarity of this show around the end of august. It is now my second favorite show ever and I've seen all the episodes online and really looking forward to seeing it.
Day Man aaahhhh
Fighter of the Night Man aaahhh
Champion of the Sun
Your a master of karate and friendship for everyone.
DAY MAN!

Mon, Aug 4, 2008 at 12:19 PM EST

Hey guys- check out this awesome interview with the cast of Always Sunny!

http://www.film.com/big-hitter/story/interview-glenn-charlie-rob-its/21852460/22126991

Trey Thu, Jul 31, 2008 at 11:33 PM EST

Hey, I own the seasons and will never miss an episode on TV. After showing the show to my friends all I hear from them is quotes from the show. Im not sure where I can go with this but I think a really great start to a show is if the gang gets tickets to a 76'ers game and one of them has the chance to take the half court shot and makes it.

Rachel Thu, Jul 31, 2008 at 03:58 AM EST

I like that the show has some character and story progression from episode to episode as opposed to many sitcoms going back to the same slate at the start of every new show. Just how far are the writers willing to take an overarching plot? Are there any plans for multiple-part episodes or for larger stories that unfold throughout the season?

chad whirle Sun, Jul 27, 2008 at 09:57 PM EST

dont do guest stars,thats for shows that cant get ratings.

Dave Del Giudice Mon, Jul 21, 2008 at 11:08 PM EST

I have a question for Rob. Can please give me a job on your show? It is the best comedy to ever hit T.V. I would blow a donkey to be a part of it. Well, I might not blow the donkey but I would at least hire someone to do it. Seriously though, please give me a job on this show.

chad whirle Wed, Jul 16, 2008 at 08:49 PM EST

charlie gets jury duty. so many things could happen. Theres alot of things to work with.

CJRyan Mon, Jul 14, 2008 at 04:08 PM EST

I like the gang wins a trip to sicko Germany because the McPoyle family sets them up as ringers through the radio station the Sklar twins work at.Dee isn't part of the gang traveling but Frank sees the $$$ she could earn him as a handsome companion. Charlie can somehow speak fluent Deutchlandish and becomes a hero in the subculture and is seen in the cliffhanger still he's wearing Dennis' grandfather's hat.


Next Ep.The McPoyles go Deutch on the Gangs asses.

Franklalbert Thu, Jul 10, 2008 at 09:52 AM EST

Charlie goes to the airport to pick up Frank whos trying to smuggle Khat into the country, Charlie gets deported to Sudan because of his dyslexia, and Frank, (Danny D.) gets a cat from Sudan...

Seanyroastbeef Sat, Jul 5, 2008 at 01:11 PM EST

through larry david in an episode, or jason from my name is earl, i think guest stars would be the way to go. im in the navy and ur show makes me laugh while we fight the bad guys and america all over everybodys assess!!! good job, keep up the great work and keep the show runnin, the navy loves it!!!

Aricka Sat, Jul 5, 2008 at 12:05 AM EST

I would love to see Charlie get a stalker, Mac try to figure out why someone would stalk Charlie over him and Sweet Dee and Dennis try to define "stalking", you know cause that one year of college...hahaha

Brady Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 12:33 AM EST

Would love to see an agressive Dee on a realy bad PMS week kicking the s#*t out of the guys.

Maritza Tue, Jul 1, 2008 at 01:21 AM EST

Charlie, you're the funniest on this. Rob, HILARIOUS... Glen, impressingly funny. However, Charlie is my favorite funny man next to Larry David. :) I love funny men :)

AARON COHEN Sun, Jun 29, 2008 at 10:52 PM EST

how about the gang goes on a vacation to sunny hawaii???

Kat Thu, Jun 26, 2008 at 01:39 AM EST

love this show..rob, glenn, charlie-- CALL ME!

danger j Wed, Jun 25, 2008 at 12:21 PM EST

"Charlie becomes a Jehova Witness" nuff said.

justin Wed, Jun 25, 2008 at 12:13 PM EST

why hasn't the gang gone trick or treating yet? That's just a scam waiting to happen. Charlie could bust out GREEN MAN! LSHITU! (laugh so hard i through up)

andres wade Mon, Jun 23, 2008 at 02:53 AM EST

porno filming in the basement? more huffing?

bob anderson Sun, Jun 22, 2008 at 02:29 AM EST

4th season on august 10th hell yeah

Mark Sat, Jun 21, 2008 at 08:58 PM EST

My buddie and I got picked up by a mail lady at 4:00 A.M. while we were drunk walking the town. She took us back for more beer and by the end of the night we were at her place drinking her dead husbands beer and smoking weed while in the hot tub, true story.

Drew Fri, Jun 20, 2008 at 12:45 AM EST

Why are you guys so awesome? you should do an episode about someone cutting off their finger in your bar like how i did the other weekend

Grant Wed, Jun 18, 2008 at 03:44 PM EST

Will we see Mac's father again in any upcoming episodes?

Staleman Tue, Jun 17, 2008 at 06:20 PM EST

Considering a "Sunny" Movie a la Sex and the City? Charlie could play Sam!

Kathy P. Sun, Jun 15, 2008 at 11:20 PM EST

After watching the US Open today I think a great episode would be to have the gang take up golf-or at least try to - what do you think? And thank god for another season - I love this show!!!

Tyler Muth Thu, Jun 12, 2008 at 08:49 PM EST

Will green man return?

Marc Tolliver Thu, Jun 12, 2008 at 12:54 AM EST

Can one of the gang pick up an socially denerative pop-culture habit? maybe get all emo'd out and friggin' ridiculed by their fellow brethren/sisthren, or even get into mmo's and video gaming rpgs or whatever and thereby become pretty gay about it, or anything where some feeble wristed minority is represented, and subsequently choke-slammed unconscience? inebriated minds want to know. Marc Tolliver

Mike Burns Sat, Jun 7, 2008 at 07:44 PM EST

Any chance I could get an idea of the locations you are shotting at and on what days? I love watching the show then walking down broad street thinking: "OMFG! I'm on the set of It's Always Sunny!!!" Much appreciated.

Carolyn Thu, Jun 5, 2008 at 12:24 PM EST

The entire cast will be returning it says

Ryan Tue, Jun 3, 2008 at 03:00 PM EST

This show will live on in syndication for years. Each show has so many complex twists that I could watch every episode over and over (which I do). The seasons have to be longer in order to warrant syndication. Give the people what they need!

cbrody Mon, Jun 2, 2008 at 04:13 PM EST

Great show, maybe the best on TV.

RICH Mon, Jun 2, 2008 at 11:46 AM EST

I see no mention of the character "Dee" in the announcement of new episodes this season. Also not in the picture, just the 3 guys, but there is mention of DeVito coming back. Is she out of the lineup?

Ribba Von Dichen Sun, Jun 1, 2008 at 10:58 PM EST

Sept 14? Good lord we need this show! I'm going through serious withdrawl

Ebony Rose Sat, May 31, 2008 at 11:56 PM EST

Laugh out loud funny? No...how about tears from your eyes/stomach pains funny. So relieved & excited that Sunny is set for a 4th season. Anyone who has ever watched Sunny can tell u for certain that it's the funniest & best written comedy on tv thus far, but we all know that sometimes that just ain't enough to keep the networks happy. I, & many others, are very passionate about this show. If there is anything that needs to be done to allow Sunny the best chance to stay on, please contact me at anytime & I will help in any possible way. Yes it's just that damn serious. Keep it hot!

Sean Shea Thu, May 29, 2008 at 05:41 PM EST

Oh, I forgot the twist.

Charlie can spell every word right when he's drunk and under pressure, so he wins the bee and the money he thinks is going to cancer, is going to burn victims, so he plans arson on the spelling bee announcer's house, but instead floods the house, almost drowns in the basement and the guy who is black shows up, saves charlie, but finds a fake picture of charlie and mac in KKK outfits that were supposed to look more like ghosts, only Mac isn't wearing his hood and the guys see's him at the hospital with Dee and Frank as a cross Frank bought years ago somehow accidentally catches on fire.

I could do this for hours.

Sean Thu, May 29, 2008 at 05:34 PM EST

Why has there not been an episode showcasing Charlie's dyslexia. It'd be funny if you guys put him in a spelling bee setting him up for fail to benefit a burn unit in the hospital so that when Mac & Dee are visiting Frank in the hospital because of Frank's obsession with cheap fireworks gets out of hand (not to mention he's having his Asians smuggle some in), Denis tries to come to the rescue and bail everyone out of trouble but accidentally sets Charlie and Frank's apartment on fire which is coincidentally put out by a special guest star who's son is in the burn unit in the hospital in which Dee grants a wish to give him a handjob too. She later finds out it was the guy she was datings' son and Charlie makes a KKK joke that ends up getting Mac in trouble with Dee's gynecologist.

You guys figure it out. Go from there.

justin wicks Mon, May 26, 2008 at 04:49 PM EST

september 18 the 4th season start hellll yeah cant wait!!

justin wicks Mon, May 26, 2008 at 04:49 PM EST

september 18 the 4th season start hellll yeah cant wait!!

kale buchanan Sun, May 25, 2008 at 05:40 PM EST

your show rock. makes me sad i cant see it on scottish telly. why is this? why?

Jesse Bales Sat, May 24, 2008 at 02:11 PM EST

Rob, I love the show. You have covered every topic from Dumpster babies, to dropping Acid. What can the fans of the show expect from season 4. I was hoping to see more of Charlie's reading and writng disabiltiy displayed in most of the episodes.

Dave Mon, May 19, 2008 at 09:46 PM EST

Question: When will we see those titties?

David Sklansky Sat, May 17, 2008 at 01:44 PM EST

You're a sucker if you buy the episodes through itunes. You can watch almost every episode high def streaming legally on hulu.com

Casey Sat, May 17, 2008 at 11:58 AM EST

Only thirteen?? Certainly FX has more faith in Sunny to make a bigger season? Thirteen episodes is like a first season test drive. That makes me so sad. It's gonna be over in like a day. Dammit. It's my favorite show and with two episodes a week it's always over SO quickly...

marcus Fri, May 16, 2008 at 01:23 AM EST

you can also buy them with itunes thats what i did they are great

kirk Wed, May 14, 2008 at 11:56 PM EST

you can also whatch all the season 1,2,and 3 on fancast.com under full episodes. faster way to watch them then waiting for the dvd.

j to the fish Wed, May 14, 2008 at 08:22 PM EST

I got ur answers lol..

season 3 comes out September 2nd of this year on dvd

mark ur calenders

j to the fish Wed, May 14, 2008 at 08:22 PM EST

I got ur answers lol..

season 3 comes out September 2nd of this year on dvd

mark ur calenders

chris griffith Tue, May 13, 2008 at 06:32 PM EST

WHEN IS THE 3RD SEASON COMING OUT ON DVD?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

chris griffith Tue, May 13, 2008 at 06:32 PM EST

WHEN IS THE 3RD SEASON COMING OUT ON DVD?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????

Vic Mon, May 12, 2008 at 08:45 PM EST

I NEED MORE! 13 episodes sucks!! Will you ever do a longer season? It's the funniest show on tv, bar none. Thanks so much for putting out such a funny show!

Vic

Ryan McCain Mon, May 12, 2008 at 01:08 AM EST

Of 27 years of life It's Always Sunny is hands down the greatest thing to television, EVER!

My question is somewhat odd. But would you let me work on the set of Season 4? Of course I would do this for free. I don't care what fashion you employee me in, be it Charlie work or swinging from wires to make sure those lights stay on. But just to be in the presence of comedic genius would literally be a dream come true. I am dead serious in this request. But please don't make me murder anyone... This show is what keeps a smile on my face everyday. Which is why helping in anyway would be so rewarding. In all seriousness I would be honored to be a pseudo-intern for Season 4 production of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

Mr. McElhenney if you would care to make a dream come true for a fellow Scott and above all fan, I'd be honored and forever indebted. Thank you for your time on this program and can't wait for Season 4 and your hopeful reply.

Sincerly Yours,
Ryan M. McCain

Fred in D.C. Thu, May 8, 2008 at 01:30 PM EST

Easily the funniest show on TV by far

Cam Winters Tue, May 6, 2008 at 07:21 AM EST

I bought the first Always Sunny DVD a few months ago, i haven't taken it out since. Honestly the funniest show i have ever watched..."We're gonna go America all over their asses!"

Cam Winters Tue, May 6, 2008 at 07:21 AM EST

I bought the first Always Sunny DVD a few months ago, i haven't taken it out since. Honestly the funniest show i have ever watched..."We're gonna go America all over their asses!"

Briana Bolling Mon, May 5, 2008 at 10:46 PM EST

Will Dee's acting career ever take off? I think she's got talent!

twins' Sun, May 4, 2008 at 09:05 AM EST

this show is on tv in Australia and is so funny it makes us wet ourselves
cannot wait to see what else is in store, tonight was 'the gang goes jihad'
twinsofbelleville.blogspot.com/

twins' Sun, May 4, 2008 at 09:05 AM EST

this show is on tv in Australia and is so funny it makes us wet ourselves
cannot wait to see what else is in store, tonight was 'the gang goes jihad'
twinsofbelleville.blogspot.com/

Captainfantasy Sat, May 3, 2008 at 02:52 AM EST

Season 4 needs more McPoyles!!! Love the McPoyles! And think about bringing back Lil Kev some how. Keep up the great work cant wait for season 4-5-6- and on!

Kayla Fri, May 2, 2008 at 12:08 AM EST

heyy, I LOVE this show, it is the funniest show I have seen in a long time. Can I get a job on the show, or the crew!!?? I go to school for show production so hire me man!! For real.


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