It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia

10 Best Episodes of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia - Season 12

It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia is a classic show that has been running since 2005. It follows four friends who run an Irish pub in Philadelphia and their misadventures as they try to navigate life. With 20 seasons, there have been a lot of great episodes, leaving fans to debate which are the best. Viewers have weighed in and ranked the top episodes of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. From classic moments to unforgettable scenes, these are the best episodes according to viewers.

Written by Sophie and last updated on apr 20, 2024.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

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#10 - A Cricket's Tale (Season 12 - Episode 9)

We get to see a typical day in Cricket's world and then a possible redemption when his family intervenes. Will Cricket finally move on from the gang, finding love in the process? Will Cricket go from filthy beast to his former self, Matthew Mara?

The episode was rated 7.57 from 1691 votes.

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#9 - Making Dennis Reynolds a Murderer (Season 12 - Episode 5)

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A cat-woman is killed and Dennis becomes the main suspect.

The episode was rated 7.66 from 1765 votes.

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#8 - Wolf Cola: A Public Relations Nightmare (Season 12 - Episode 4)

Franks Fluids LLC is in big trouble after a news segment. Dee and Dennis help with the PR nightmare and Charlie and Mac work on a scheme to make Fight Milk the official drink of the UFC.

The episode was rated 7.73 from 1898 votes.

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#7 - The Gang Tends Bar (Season 12 - Episode 8)

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It’s Valentine’s Day and Paddy’s is packed with customers. Dennis implores the gang to do one day of actual work but everyone else is distracted by a mystery crate Cricket spotted in the alley. Eventually, the gang becomes convinced Dennis really wants them to work on their relationships and everyone shares their grievances without much resolution.

The episode was rated 7.76 from 1806 votes.

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#6 - Old Lady House: A Situation Comedy (Season 12 - Episode 3)

Charlie thinks Mac's mom is holding his mom hostage so the gang installs spy cameras in their house. They discover the moms are quite entertaining once Dennis makes edits to the footage.

The episode was rated 7.78 from 1784 votes.

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#5 - The Gang Turns Black (Season 12 - Episode 1)

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After an electric heating blanket shorts out while the gang watches the Wiz they look in the mirror and realize they've turned black. They have to figure out how to get back to being themselves by going through all the classic body switch movie shenanigans they encounter.

The episode was rated 7.85 from 2097 votes.

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#4 - Dennis' Double Life (Season 12 - Episode 10)

Dennis reveals he has a baby after his Wade Boggs layover in North Dakota and the gang try to help him get out of the jam, but their suggestions border on the extreme.

The episode was rated 7.88 from 1728 votes.

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#3 - PTSDee (Season 12 - Episode 7)

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Dee dates a male stripper and tries to prove her worth after learning she's his "rock bottom." Elsewhere: Mac and Frank get sucked into a VR war game, leading Mac to develop a case PTSD.

The episode was rated 7.93 from 1813 votes.

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#2 - Hero or Hate Crime? (Season 12 - Episode 6)

In the episode Hero or Hate Crime? of the show It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, the gang fight over a lottery ticket and seek out an arbitrator to decide who the rightful owner is. Things take an unexpected turn when the arbitrator also decides whether Frank is a hero or a hate monger. This episode features an iconic scene of Frank using an invention of his, the Ass Pounder 4000, to save television. Also, a moment where Mac comes out of the closet with style is comedic gold. Fans also love the moment when Mac proclaims "GAY MAC RULES! GAY-GAY, RICH MAC!" Overall, this episode is full of hilarious moments and subplots that make it one of the most memorable episodes of the show.

The episode was rated 8.12 from 1973 votes.

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#1 - The Gang Goes to a Water Park (Season 12 - Episode 2)

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The gang takes a trip to a local waterpark in the episode of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia titled "The Gang Goes to a Water Park." Dennis takes on a protégé while Frank and Charlie are determined to ride every ride. Mac and Dee, meanwhile, get stuck in a tube slide. This episode has been praised by fans as one of the funniest and most fun episodes in television history. The characters' misadventures in the waterpark as they attempt to complete their goals is a classic example of why this show is so beloved. Whether it be Dennis' attempts to mentor his protégé, Frank and Charlie's determination to ride every ride, or Mac and Dee's ill-fated venture down the tube slide, this episode is pure Always Sunny.

The episode was rated 8.19 from 2118 votes.

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