Content: Beware: Spoilers ahead for episode 5 of season 16 of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia!
In this episode, the gang in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia takes the drastic step of kidnapping two beloved celebrities, displaying their continued disregard for past mistakes. Despite their extensive criminal history, kidnapping remains one of the most severe offenses they have committed throughout the show's notably lengthy run. Curiously enough, this is not their inaugural kidnapping incident, making their actions even more astonishing in episode 5 of season 16 of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
Bryan Cranston & Aaron Paul Aren't The Gang's First Kidnapping Victims
: Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul, known for their roles in Breaking Bad, join the cast of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia in season 16, episode 5. The two talented actors are in town to promote a new line of alcoholic beverages. Sensing a lucrative opportunity, Charlie, Mac, and Dennis embark on a mission to pitch their own business proposal to Cranston and Paul. As fate would have it, Charlie unintentionally ends up hijacking the duo's limousine, leading them to Frank's private jet. The gang seizes this chance to keep the actors airborne, creating a hilariously unexpected situation.The gang faces major repercussions for kidnapping Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul, as it is a significant risk that could lead to severe consequences. Prior to this high-profile abduction, the gang had already engaged in a similar serious crime by kidnapping a food critic in earlier seasons, albeit with less celebrity status.
It's Always Sunny's New Kidnapping Revives A Season 7 Charlie & Frank Limo Gag
In the eighth episode of season 4 of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia," the gang at Paddy's Pub receives a harsh critique from a food critic, who declares their establishment as the worst bar in Philadelphia. Determined to improve their reputation, the gang takes matters into their own hands. They decide to kidnap the critic and hold him hostage in their bar until he writes a more favorable review. Despite their efforts, the critic's opinion remains unchanged. However, in a surprising turn of events, he chooses not to press charges against the gang. This act of mercy fails to deter them from ever resorting to kidnapping again.Not limited to kidnappings, the gang in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia season 16, episode 5, once again executes their traditional limo prank. This time, Charlie poses as a limo driver to escort Cranston and Paul to Frank's private jet. Remarkably, the recurring theme of Charlie and Frank masquerading as chauffeurs to manipulate others is well established.
In It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia season 7, episode 1, the duo pulls a similar stunt. This time, Charlie tries to impress a date by pretending to be a wealthy southern man, and Frank plays his limo driver, hoping to take the date for himself. Despite the complexity of this plan, it surprisingly works when they kidnap Bryan Cranston and Aaron Paul in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia season 16. Don't miss the latest episodes of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia airing on Wednesdays on FXX.