When It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia debuted on FX in 2005, it arrived with little fanfare and even less polish. Shot on a shoestring budget, the pilot was a scrappy, crude comedy about three narcissistic bar owners in South Philly. Philadelphia Inquirer critic Jonathan Storm called it “Seinfeld on crack,” but the show slowly built a cult following, thanks in part to its absurd plotlines, and the addition of Danny DeVito in the second season. Two decades later, Always Sunny is the longest-running live-action sitcom in American TV history. Its fans quote it endlessly and enjoy dissecting the show’s deep lore. If you’re one of them, it’s time to put your knowledge of the Gang to the test. Let’s see how much you jabronis really know.
Zero to 32% correct: Well, at least you’re not a nerd … but have you actually watched It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia? Or are you just vaguely aware that there’s a show with Danny DeVito in it where people yell and drink a lot? No judgment — if you’ve only seen out-of-context clips of Charlie screaming about “Pepe Silvia,” you’ve got a wild ride ahead. We suggest starting with Season Two, Episode Three, “Dee and Dennis Go on Welfare.” There are 17 seasons of debauchery for you to catch up on. Heads up: It starts off weird, and only gets more bizarre from there.
33 to 64% correct: You’ve likely browned-out on riot juice and know not to ask too many questions when someone brings up “the implication.” You may not remember every time the Gang wrecked Dee’s car or each of Dennis’ sociopathic monologues, but you’ve seen enough to hold your own at Paddy’s. If you want to take your knowledge to the next level, we recommend listening to the It’s Always Sunny podcast, hosted by Charlie Day, Glenn Howerton, and Rob Mac (neé McElhenney). Be warned: The podcast stops near the end of the fifth season, which has left many fans disappointed.
65 to 100% correct: You’re basically an honorary member of the Gang. You can quote Dayman in its entirety, you’ve searched to see if bird law actually exists, and you know the Gang purchased a boat in “The Gang Buys a Boat” using $2,500 they successfully made from DickTowel.com. You’ve earned your place among the most hardcore of Sunny superfans. Celebrate your knowledge with a rum ham, milk steak, and a side of jelly beans, raw.
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