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The Best Episodes of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17

Every episode of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17!

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Four egocentric friends run a neighborhood Irish pub in Philadelphia and try to find their way through the adult world of work and relationships. Unfortunately, their warped views and precarious judgments often lead them to

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17 Episode 7 - The Gang Gets Ready for Prime Time
    9.0/10(2619 votes)

    S17:E7

    Upon learning that Frank's making a "Hometown Visit" with his Golden Bachelor partners, the Gang rehearses their family dinner to appeal to America.

    Directors:Dave Chernin, John Chernin
    Writers:Charlie Day, Rob Rosell, David Hornsby

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  2. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17 Episode 3 - Mac and Dennis Become EMTs
    8.9/10(3286 votes)

    S17:E3

    After witnessing EMTs resuscitate a Paddy's patron, Mac and Dennis set out to become the pinnacle of masculinity; Frank tries to prove a prank's innocence with The Lawyer; Dee attempts to hack her part-time side hustle with Charlie's help as he descends into the fast-paced life of a chef.

    Director:Heath Cullens
    Writers:Rob Mac, Charlie Day, Nina Pedrad

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  3. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17 Episode 2 - Frank Is in a Coma
    8.5/10(2836 votes)

    S17:E2

    The five stages of grief set in for Dee as Frank lies on his deathbed. Meanwhile, the Guys plot their new path forward by pitching their business ventures to Philadelphia's elite.

    Director:Imani Hakim
    Writers:Dave Chernin, John Chernin

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  4. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17 Episode 8 - The Golden Bachelor Live
    8.5/10(2127 votes)

    S17:E8

    Host Jesse Palmer walks the audience through Frank's journey up until his final rose ceremony in the "Golden Bachelor" finale. But whom will he pick: a young internet celebrity, a confident woman his age, or a familiar face?

    Director:Todd Biermann
    Writers:Rob Mac, Charlie Day

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  5. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17 Episode 5 - The Gang Goes to a Dog Track
    8.1/10(2203 votes)

    S17:E5

    Frank attempts to win big with an old business associate at a West Virginia dog track; Dennis and Dee lose more than their shirts to gambling addiction; Mac and Charlie learn about a simpler way of life.

    Director:Heath Cullens
    Writers:Charlie Day, Ross Maloney

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  6. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17 Episode 4 - Thought Leadership: A Corporate Conversation
    7.5/10(2033 votes)

    S17:E4

    Desperate to stave off a public relations nightmare, the Gang embraces their newfound corporate professionalism to strategically scapegoat one Paddy's employee to fall on the proverbial sword.

    Director:Zachary Knighton
    Writers:Rob Mac, Charlie Day

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  7. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17 Episode 6 - Overage Drinking: A National Concern
    7.5/10(1891 votes)

    S17:E6

    When Tammy and Trey, now in their 40s, show up to remove their teenage son from Paddy's, Dennis and Dee attempt to reconnect with their former prom dates. Frank's sudden disappearance sends Mac and Charlie on a mission to track down his whereabouts.

    Director:Ashly Burch
    Writers:Rob Mac, Charlie Day

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  8. It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 17 Episode 1 - The Gang F***s Up Abbott Elementary
    6.9/10(2926 votes)

    S17:E1

    Months after the Gang visited, Abbott's Principal Ava walks viewers through some of the unseen footage of the Gang's volunteerism and reveals their true intentions.

    Director:Todd Biermann
    Writers:Rob Mac, Charlie Day, Keyonna Taylor

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Season 17 Ratings Summary

"The Gang Gets Ready for Prime Time" is the best rated episode of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia" season 17. It scored 9/10 based on 2619 votes. Directed by Dave Chernin, John Chernin and written by Charlie Day, Rob Rosell, David Hornsby, it aired on 8/13/2025. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Mac and Dennis Become EMTs".