It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, the longest-running live-action sitcom in American television history, is set to return for its highly anticipated 17th season. Known for its irreverent humor, biting social satire, and unapologetically chaotic characters, the show continues to captivate audiences after nearly two decades. Here’s everything we know about It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17.

Release Date for It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17

It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17 is scheduled to premiere on July 9, 2025on FXX, with episodes available to stream the next day on Hulu. The season will kick off with two episodes airing at 9 p.m. ET/PT, setting the stage for another round of outrageous antics from the Paddy’s Pub gang.

Cast of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17

The core cast, affectionately known as “The Gang,” will return to reprise their iconic roles at Paddy’s Pub. Fans can expect the following stars to bring their dysfunctional characters back to life:

• Rob McElhenney as Ronald “Mac” MacDonald, the delusional, self-proclaimed tough guy grappling with his identity and Catholic guilt.
• Charlie Day as Charlie Kelly, the eccentric, illiterate wild card who’s surprisingly wise in his own bizarre way.
• Glenn Howerton as Dennis Reynolds, the narcissistic sociopath with intense stares and unhinged rants.
• Kaitlin Olson as Dee “Sweet Dee” Reynolds, the failed actress enduring constant humiliation from the gang.
• Danny DeVito as Frank Reynolds, the chaotic father figure who funds the gang’s schemes and thrives in their mayhem.

Potential Plot for It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17

While specific plot details for Season 17 remain largely under wraps, the show’s episodic structure guarantees a mix of standalone stories centered around the gang’s self-inflicted chaos at Paddy’s Pub. The season will consist of eight episodescontinuing the show’s tradition of satirizing current events, social trends, and cultural absurdities with its trademark irreverence.