Let’s be real. Finding It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia full episodes used to be a lot simpler. You’d fire up your streaming app, scroll to the latest season, and let the chaos of the Gang wash over you. But things have changed. Now, you’re looking at a fragmented map of seasons, missing episodes, and weird regional licensing deals that make tracking down Paddy’s Pub antics feel like Charlie searching for Pepe Silvia.
It’s annoying. I get it.
The show is officially the longest-running live-action sitcom in history, having recently wrapped Season 17 and with Season 18 gearing up for production in early 2026. But despite its massive success, there are huge gaps in the streaming libraries that even the most dedicated jabronis might not notice until they’re mid-binge.
Where the Episodes Actually Live Right Now
If you’re in the United States, Hulu is the primary home for the show. It’s got everything from the grainy, low-budget Season 1 pilot all the way through the high-definition insanity of Season 17. Because Disney owns both FX and a majority stake in Hulu, this is likely where the Gang will stay for the foreseeable future.
But what if you aren't in the States?
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- UK and Ireland: Netflix is still holding onto the first 16 seasons, though Season 17’s arrival has been a bit of a waiting game.
- Canada and Australia: Disney+ (under the Star banner) is the place to go.
- The "Hulu on Disney+" Factor: In the US, if you have the Disney bundle, you can actually watch the show inside the Disney+ app now. It’s a weird feeling seeing Danny DeVito’s Frank Reynolds popping up next to Mickey Mouse, but that's the corporate reality of 2026.
The Missing Five: The Episodes You Can't Stream
This is the part that trips people up. You might think you're watching "full seasons," but you’re actually missing five specific episodes. These were scrubbed from Hulu, Netflix, and even digital purchase stores like Apple TV and Amazon years ago due to controversial content—specifically the use of blackface and offensive caricatures.
The "Banned" List:
- America’s Next Top Paddy’s Billboard Model Contest (Season 4, Episode 3)
- Dee Reynolds: Shaping America’s Youth (Season 6, Episode 9)
- The Gang Recycles Their Trash (Season 8, Episode 2)
- The Gang Makes Lethal Weapon 6 (Season 9, Episode 9)
- Dee Day (Season 14, Episode 3)
The irony isn't lost on fans. The entire premise of the show is that these people are terrible humans. When they do something offensive, the show is usually mocking their ignorance, not endorsing the behavior. But streamers don't care about nuance. If you want to see these, you basically have to hunt down old physical DVDs or find someone who "sails the high seas" of the internet.
Season 17 and the Future of the Gang
Season 17 just finished its run, and it was a wild one. The highlight for most was the "New Crossover" event with Abbott Elementary. Seeing the Gang interact with the wholesome (mostly) staff of a Philadelphia public school was the kind of tonal whiplash only this show can pull off.
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We also saw Frank’s bizarre journey on The Golden Bachelor, which felt like a fever dream but actually stayed true to the show's "ripped from the headlines" style of satire.
As for Season 18, Danny DeVito recently confirmed that they are slated to start filming at the end of January 2026. That means we probably won’t see those full episodes hit FXX and Hulu until later in the year. The show was renewed through Season 18 back in 2020, but given the ratings and the fact that the cast still seems to genuinely like each other, nobody expects them to stop there.
How to Get Your Fix Without a Subscription
Look, not everyone wants to pay for five different streaming services. If you’re trying to avoid the monthly drain on your wallet, you’ve got a couple of options.
FXNow sometimes has a rotating selection of episodes you can watch for free if you have a basic cable login. Also, local TV stations still run the show in syndication late at night. It’s old school, but it works.
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Then there’s the digital purchase route. You can buy individual seasons on Amazon Video or Apple TV. The catch? Those five banned episodes usually aren't included there either. If you buy Season 6, it just skips from Episode 8 to Episode 10. It’s frustrating, but it’s the only way to "own" the show without a physical disc.
The Best Way to Watch Right Now
If you want the most seamless experience for It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia full episodes, here is the play:
- Get a Hulu subscription (or the Disney Bundle). It’s the only place that updates with new episodes the day after they air on FXX.
- Check the "Expiring Soon" section. Occasionally, licensing deals for older seasons shift, and you don't want to be halfway through "The Nightman Cometh" when the season disappears.
- Buy the DVDs. Honestly. If you're a die-hard fan, the DVD sets are the only way to ensure you have the "banned" episodes and the original, unedited versions of the show. Plus, the commentary tracks from Rob, Charlie, and Glenn are gold.
The Gang isn't going anywhere. Even as they get older, the writing stays sharp because it refuses to grow up. Whether they're becoming EMTs or accidentally running a corporate PR nightmare, Paddy's Pub remains the most consistent place on TV for people who like their comedy dark and a little bit greasy.
To stay ahead of the curve, keep an eye on the FXX schedule for official Season 18 premiere dates, which should drop shortly after filming wraps this spring. For those hunting for the "lost" content, checking local used media stores for Season 4-14 DVD box sets is your best bet to complete the collection.