‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ Season 18 Episode 6 Release Date, Time and Where to Watch

The Gang is charging ahead in their record-breaking run, and fans of Paddy’s Pub can look forward to another exciting episode. ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia‘ Season 18 has already showcased a Ren Faire meltdown and an RV disaster, and now the series is preparing for its sixth episode, which revolves around themes of alcohol, class conflict, and an identity crisis at Paddy’s.

Fans eager to catch the latest installment of FXX’s longest-running live-action sitcom will want to know the release details, including when, where, and how to watch this new episode, along with what antics the Gang will get into this time.

According to Rotten Tomatoes, the sixth episode of ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ Season 18 is titled “The War on Alcohol” and is scheduled to air on September 14. This aligns with the established weekly Monday release pattern, which Deadline confirmed when it reported that FX set August 17 for the Season 18 premiere, featuring an expanded ten-episode season, up from eight episodes in the previous three seasons.

The Hollywood Reporter has detailed the timing viewers can expect for each episode this season. The remaining 30-minute episodes will air weekly on Mondays at 6 p.m. PT and 9 p.m. ET, meaning episode 6 should arrive right on schedule in that time slot.

‘It’s Always Sunny’ offers a broad simulcast availability, providing viewers multiple options to tune in. The Hollywood Reporter noted that the show streams live on DirecTV, Fubo, and Hulu Live TV, with episodes available the next day on Hulu and Disney+. This next-day option is particularly beneficial for those who prefer to catch up after the live airing.

For those who prefer traditional viewing methods, Disney’s overview of the season confirms that seasons 1 through 17 are currently available for streaming, with Season 18 episodes dropping on Hulu and Disney+ for bundle subscribers as they are released. Internationally, the season continues to stream on Disney+ as well, ensuring that overseas fans of Paddy’s Pub can join in on the fun.

Wikipedia’s season overview also confirms the simulcast structure in place. The eighteenth season premiered simultaneously on FXX and FX on August 17, 2026, with episodes available on the FXNOW website and Hulu on the same night. This means viewers with a live TV package can watch episode 6 as it airs without waiting for the next day.

The premise of episode 6 pits two factions of the Gang against each other in a bid to save Paddy’s business model. According to Rotten Tomatoes, Dennis, Dee, and Frank aim to attract white-collar patrons for happy hour, while Mac and Charlie seek to recruit blue-collar factory workers to restore the bar’s melting pot vibe. This classic ‘Always Sunny’ setup divides the Gang into rival groups with conflicting plans that are bound to collide by the end of the episode.

This episode also marks a shift behind the scenes, as noted by Rotten Tomatoes’ season guide, with the installment being written and directed by Dave Chernin and John Chernin, the sibling duo who have increasingly become integral to the show’s writing team in recent seasons.

Episode 6 follows directly after “The Gang Goes to the Ren Faire,” where, according to TV Guide’s episode guide, Mac, Dennis, and Dee attempt to secure their place on the Quilt of Legends at the local Renaissance Faire, while Charlie discovers a passion for luting and Frank tries to reclaim the faire from old adversaries. This sets up episode 6 with a clear tonal shift, moving from fantasy costumes to barroom hustling.

Critics have responded positively to this season thus far. Wikipedia’s season page indicates that on Rotten Tomatoes, the season boasts a 100 percent approval rating based on nine reviews, with an average score of 7.3 out of 10. This is a commendable achievement for a comedy in its eighteenth year, suggesting that the writers still have plenty of creativity left.

Deadline’s coverage of the renewal highlighted the unprecedented nature of this run for the medium, noting that the show is the longest-running live-action sitcom in TV history, following a group of self-absorbed friends managing the struggling Philadelphia dive bar Paddy’s Pub. The expanded ten-episode order for Season 18, the largest since Season 14, reinforces FX’s commitment to this milestone rather than winding down.

Whether “The War on Alcohol” concludes with Paddy’s rebranding, bankruptcy, or a combination of both, fans will have much to discuss as Dennis, Dee, Frank, Mac, and Charlie inevitably undermine each other’s recruiting efforts. Which faction of the Gang do you think is destined to fail first?