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It’s AlAlways Sunny in Philadelphia Marks 20th Anniversary as Longest-Running Live-Action Sitcom Ahead of Season 17

PaleyLive’s anniversary event featured candid cast insights into fan theories, creative doubts, personal milestones.

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Charlie, Dee, Dennis, Mac, & Frank hiding from a robber in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.

Overview

  • The cast marked the sitcom’s 20th anniversary at a PaleyLive event, underscoring its run since its 2005 premiere.
  • Season 17 debuts July 9 on FXX with a two-episode special and streams next day on Hulu.
  • The upcoming season includes crossover episodes with Abbott Elementary and The Golden Bachelor.
  • Glenn Howerton used the anniversary panel to deny Dennis Reynolds is a serial killer and to reveal he had considered quitting around season 12 over creative doubts.
  • Co-creator Rob McElhenney finalized a legal name change to Rob Mac and Danny DeVito praised the series as “I Love Lucy on acid,” highlighting its enduring satirical appeal.