Fans of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, who endured a two-year wait between Seasons 16 and 17, now have reason to be optimistic about the show‘s future as the latest season is streaming on Hulu. In a recent interview, series star Danny DeVito shared important news about upcoming production plans, revealing when filming for Season 18 will begin and offering insights into what fans might expect next for his iconic character, Frank Reynolds.
Filming for Season 18 Scheduled to Begin Soon
During a conversation with Collider’s Joe Schmidt, Danny DeVito disclosed that production for the eighteenth season is set to start at the end of January. This update brings relief to fans eager to know that new episodes are actively in development, following the long break between the previous seasons. DeVito emphasized his enthusiasm for the current season, sharing,
“I’m really excited about it. I want to watch it. I haven’t watched the episodes, but I’ve been hearing really great things about this season…” —Danny DeVito, actor and series star
He also expressed how much joy the cast and crew find in working together, highlighting the camaraderie and passion behind the scenes. DeVito noted,
“We’re going to go again next season. We just talked about when we’re going to start. And it’s something that you look forward to because it really is so much fun. I love these guys and Kaitlin [Olson] and Mary Elizabeth [Ellis] and Artemis [Pebdani], and everybody that’s on the show. And Lynne [Marie Stewart], we miss.” —Danny DeVito, actor and series star
This comment underscores the strong bonds within the ensemble cast, which contributes to the show‘s enduring popularity. Sadly, the group faced the loss of Lynne Marie Stewart earlier this year, who played Bonnie Kelly, Charlie’s mother, since the show’s debut season. Stewart was cherished by fans for her memorable roles, including Miss Yvonne from Pee-wee’s Playhouse.
What’s Next for Frank Reynolds?
Frank Reynolds, played by Danny DeVito, has been a wild and unpredictable character since his introduction in Season 2. Throughout the series, Frank has engaged in outrageous antics, from running peculiar beauty pageants to extreme hygiene rituals. While DeVito refrained from revealing any spoilers for the upcoming plots, he complimented the creativity of the show‘s co-creators—Charlie Day, Rob McElhenney, and Glenn Howerton—who continually push boundaries in writing new episodes.
“I’m looking forward to it. Who knows what they’re going to do, because you never know. I mean, Charlie [Day] and Rob [McElhenney] and Glenn [Howerton] get into a writers room and, you know, it’s probably like, in the Wizard of Oz, you know, but reversed, hurricanes on the inside of the room. They’re on brooms. There’s shit flying by them, ideas and all kind of crazy stuff. And they know anything they want to do to Frank, they can.” —Danny DeVito, actor and series star
DeVito’s vivid description of the writers’ room illustrates the dynamic and chaotic environment where new storylines are born, hinting that Frank’s future adventures may be as unpredictable as ever.
Toward the end of his interview, DeVito teased with a mysterious remark, “License to kill…?” suggesting something potentially thrilling or transformative in store for Frank. Whether this hints at a James Bond-style storyline for the character or something else entirely, it certainly piques fans’ curiosity about the direction the show might take next.
Season 17 Now Available on Hulu
The first two installments of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia’s 17th season are currently available for streaming on Hulu, allowing audiences to dive into the latest misadventures of the Gang. With season 18 already gearing up for production, viewers can look forward to more episodes that promise the same dark humor, outrageous situations, and memorable performances that have defined the series for nearly two decades.
