It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphiahas parodied two of the decade’s greatest TV shows in back-to-back episodes.It’s Always Sunnyseason 17is already halfway through its run, with therecent episodes “Mac and Dennis Become EMTs” and “Thought Leadership: A Corporate Conversation” earning positive reception from fans and critics.
With sixteen full seasons in the books, many ofIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’sbest episodesare long in the past, although the series manages to maintain its humor by delivering the Paddy’s Gang approach to timely discussions. This includes everything from social situations to internet memes and other forms of pop culture.
It’s Always Sunny Parodied The Bear & Succession Back To Back
Two Award Juggernauts Just Got The Paddy’s Treatment
It’s Always Sunnyhas notoriously never been nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award, buttwo of the biggest Emmy juggernauts of the 2020s just made the cut on the ever-growing list of films and TV series that the FX sitcom has parodied:The BearandSuccession.
In “Mac and Dennis Become EMTs,” Charlie decides to open his own in-apartment restaurant for Dee to become the delivery person for. While working in his kitchen, where he makes smash burgersusing a brick,Charlie demands that he be referred to as “Yes, Chef!” although he doesn’t understand why, poking fun atThe Bear’sintense kitchen scenes.
In “Thought Leadership: A Corporate Conversation,” not only does the episode open with aSuccession-like intro theme, butthe entire Gang spends the episode wearing vests similar to those worn by Tom Wambsgans. The plot also revolves around their attempts to determine who should take the fall for their recent illegal slap-fighting competition.
One of the central plots ofSuccessionshows the wealthy Roy family under investigation for a sexual misconduct scandal at their company, leading them to determine a fall guy. Tom ends up being that guy, which is likely the explanation for the outfit choices.
Movie & TV Parodies Have Made For Some Of The Best It’s Always Sunny Episodes
It’s Always Sunny Has Poked Fun Of Some Legendary Movies & Shows
TheIt’s Always Sunnygang’s best movie parodiesinclude some of the most bizarre and silly episodes of the show, which are enhanced by their pop culture references. In “The Gang Gets Held Hostage,” Frank crawls through the vents of Paddy’s Pub in a tank top like John McClane inDie Hard.
In “Bums: Making a Mess All Over the City,” Charlie does a hilarious Al Pacino impersonation, dressing up as the character Frank Serpico. Mocking pop culture is a massive part ofIt’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’shumor, and it’s typically done with a profound respect and admiration for the material at hand.
