‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’ Season 18 Episode 8 Release Date, Time, Trailer and Where to Watch

Paddy’s Pub is gearing up for some unexpected downtime as two members of the Gang find themselves sidelined in the upcoming episode of ‘It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’. This episode arrives during a season already filled with weddings, funerals, and Renaissance faire antics, promising more chaos with nerds, LARPers, and the McPoyle clan.

For fans of the longest-running live-action sitcom in television history, here are the key details you need. Below, find the release date and time, where to stream the episode, and a spoiler-free glimpse of what Charlie, Dee, and Frank will face.

The eighth episode, titled ‘Mac and Dennis Tear Their ACLs’, is set to premiere on September 28. According to Rotten Tomatoes, this date is confirmed for the episode’s release.

As for the airing time, the season kicked off at 9 p.m. ET and 6 p.m. PT on FXX, FX, and Hulu. After the two-episode premiere, a new episode has been airing weekly until October 12, making it a Monday night staple.

Written by David Hornsby and directed by Heath Cullens, this episode is one of three remaining, with the next two scheduled for October 5 and October 12. This marks the final stretch of the season.

In terms of viewing options, fans in the United States can catch the show live on FXX and FX, with episodes also available for streaming on Hulu. Viewers can access episodes on the FXNOW website and Hulu the same night they air.

For international fans, the series is available on Disney+ outside the U.S. Rotten Tomatoes also directs viewers to subscriptions on Disney+ and Hulu for this season.

With this season expanded to ten episodes, up from eight in the previous three seasons, catching up is easier than ever. The show has set the record for the longest-running live-action comedy series since 2021, and it continues to extend that record with every new season.

In this upcoming episode, a Christmas card mishap leaves Mac and Dennis bedridden, while Charlie takes care of them and debates who deserves credit for their ideas. This sets the stage for a classic battle of egos, as both Mac and Dennis have been quietly claiming credit for years.

Meanwhile, Dee and Frank are tired of being left out and decide to investigate what their injured friends were planning before their mishap, which ties back to a Christmas card competition.

Early reviews are positive, with IndieWire noting that this episode stands out from the rest of the season. They describe it as having a unique vibe, featuring new sets and a hilarious scene centered around the rules for watching a movie with Dennis and Mac.

As the season heads into its final episodes, it has received acclaim from critics, with Rotten Tomatoes showing a 100 percent approval rating based on nine reviews and an average score of 7.3 out of 10. The trailer hinted at exciting star cameos and nods to iconic Philadelphia traditions.

FX has teased plenty of star appearances and references to classic sitcoms. One recent episode even had Mac and Charlie exploring why ‘Gilligan’s Island’ never reached 100 episodes. This kind of pop culture exploration is what fans have come to love.

Viewership remains strong, with the Labor Day episode seeing ratings rise despite competition from an MLB game. With a Christmas card feud, injuries, and Charlie stepping up as a caretaker, fans are left wondering who truly deserves credit for the Gang’s best ideas, Mac or Dennis, and whether Charlie will earn a promotion from bar janitor to full-time caretaker after this episode.