It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia is chaotic, depraved, and absolutely perfect for a drinking game. The gang’s terrible decisions and escalating schemes give you nonstop reasons to drink. Gather 2-8 players, crack open some beers, and prepare to drink along with the worst people in Philly.
What You Need
- A TV or laptop with It’s Always Sunny streaming (Hulu)
- Your drink of choice (beer, wine, or cocktails)
- At least 1 friend (best with 3-6 players)
- Snacks to keep you going
It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia Drinking Game Rules
Take a sip every time:
- The gang devises a new scheme or plan
- Charlie says something illiterate or can’t read
- Dennis mentions being a golden god or references “the implication”
- Frank says something horrifying or disturbing
- Someone calls Dee a bird or makes fun of her
- Mac is in denial about something obvious
- The gang turns on each other mid-scheme
- A title card contradicts what was just said
- Someone drinks a beer on screen
- Charlie screams or goes into a rage
- Cricket appears and is increasingly damaged from last time
Hard Mode Rules
Want more intensity? Add these rules on top of the basics:
- Take two sips for any Day Man or Night Man reference
- Finish your drink when Dennis goes full psycho
- Take a sip when Mac does karate or shows off his moves
- Take two sips when Frank pulls out a gun or weapon
- Take a sip every time someone hatches a scheme within a scheme
- Take two sips when the gang references a past episode’s disaster
Best Episodes to Play
These episodes are packed with triggers and perfect for game night:
- S4E13 – The Nightman Cometh — The musical is wall-to-wall triggers with Day Man references, Charlie screaming, Dennis ego trips, and the gang falling apart on stage.
- S7E7 – CharDee MacDennis: The Game of Games — A drinking board game within a drinking game means you’ll never put your glass down for the entire episode.
- S12E3 – The Gang Goes to the Water Park — Schemes stack on top of schemes with Dennis being a psycho, Frank in the lazy river, and Charlie’s wild antics throughout.
- S2E3 – The Welfare Store — Early-season scheming at its finest with the gang splitting into teams and every plan going horribly wrong.
- S11E5 – Mac and Dennis Move to the Suburbs — Dennis’s slow descent into madness triggers hard mode rules nonstop while Mac stays blissfully oblivious.
House Rules & Variations
- Swap shots for sips — Always Sunny episodes hit hard and fast
- Add a dare rule — do a Charlie Kelly scream impression whenever he rages on screen
- Play with non-alcoholic drinks if you want to survive a full season binge
- Assign each player a gang member and take an extra sip whenever your character schemes
- Add a “wildcard” rule where everyone drinks when Charlie does something unpredictable
Tips for a Great Game Night
- Start with a shorter episode to calibrate the drinking pace
- Keep water on the table — hydration is key
- Designate a driver or plan rides before you start
- Have snacks ready — chips, pizza, and pretzels are classics
Related Drinking Games
If you enjoyed this game, check out these:
- Ride the Bus — A high-stakes card game with escalating penalties
- Mexican Dice — A fast-paced dice bluffing game with plenty of drinks
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people do you need for the Always Sunny drinking game?
You can play with just 2 people, but 3-5 players is the sweet spot. With five players, each person can represent a gang member and take bonus sips for their character’s antics.
What do you drink during the Always Sunny drinking game?
Beer is the most on-brand choice since the gang is constantly drinking it on the show. Light beers or hard seltzers work well given the high trigger frequency. Save the hard stuff for single-episode sessions only.
Which season of Always Sunny is best for the drinking game?
Seasons 4 through 7 are peak drinking game material. The characters are fully developed, the schemes are at their most elaborate, and episodes like The Nightman Cometh and CharDee MacDennis are all-time classics. Season 5 is a great starting point.
