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Dennis and Dee Go on Welfare

  • Episode aired Jul 6, 2006
  • TV-MA
  • 22m
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Kaitlin Olson and Glenn Howerton in It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005)
It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia: Dennis And Dee Go On Welfare
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Dennis and Dee quit their jobs and concoct a plan to get welfare benefits so they can pursue their unrealistic goals and dreams.Dennis and Dee quit their jobs and concoct a plan to get welfare benefits so they can pursue their unrealistic goals and dreams.Dennis and Dee quit their jobs and concoct a plan to get welfare benefits so they can pursue their unrealistic goals and dreams.

  • Director
    • Daniel Attias
  • Writers
    • Rob Mac
    • Glenn Howerton
    • Charlie Day
  • Stars
    • Charlie Day
    • Glenn Howerton
    • Rob Mac
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  • IMDb RATING
    9.0/10
    5.6K
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    • Director
      • Daniel Attias
    • Writers
      • Rob Mac
      • Glenn Howerton
      • Charlie Day
    • Stars
      • Charlie Day
      • Glenn Howerton
      • Rob Mac
    • 6User reviews
    • 1Critic review
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    Charlie Day
    Charlie Day
    • Charlie Kelly
    Glenn Howerton
    Glenn Howerton
    • Dennis Reynolds
    Rob Mac
    Rob Mac
    • Mac
    • (as Rob McElhenney)
    Kaitlin Olson
    Kaitlin Olson
    • Dee Reynolds
    Danny DeVito
    Danny DeVito
    • Frank Reynolds
    Joanna Sanchez
    Joanna Sanchez
    • Maria
    Eddie Pepitone
    Eddie Pepitone
    • Tony
    Aisha Hinds
    Aisha Hinds
    • Caseworker
    Keith Bullard
    • Drug dealer
    Zoe Bournelis
    • Hooker #1
    Rachael Platt
    • Hooker #2
    Janine Rafalko
    • Hooker #3
    • (uncredited)
    John Wooten
    • Pedestrian
    • (uncredited)
    • Director
      • Daniel Attias
    • Writers
      • Rob Mac
      • Glenn Howerton
      • Charlie Day
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    10ashleyhay

    Funniest Episode Ever

    This episode is by far their best and funniest. You can't help but laugh your a** off the whole time.
    9yavermbizi

    A return to great comedy

    My overall rating of "It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia"'s Season 2: 5/10

    While the previous two episodes in this season have been fairly bad and disheartening, this one really seems like a return to form, with incredibly hilarious and well-acted characters, a plot that goes from strength to strength and a controversial idea being cleverly lampooned. The performances are brilliant, the writing is excellent, and while the Charlie, Mac and Frank's plotline pales a bit in comparison to that of Dennis and Dee, it still very much has its momemnts.
    1AvaAva3

    Surprising Terrible!

    Terrible. That was one of the worst things I've ever see. I can't believe that was called a comedy. I've had this show, and especially this episode recommended to me by many friends, and have been waiting a long time to watch it so, I was expecting it to be a new favorite series, but it was Awful! The acting was bad, it was way over the top and the comedic timing was just terrible.

    The jokes were poorly written, and the story line seemed rushed, like it wasn't thought out at all!

    The video production was terrible, not just because it seemed low quality, but because it looked like they didn't put any effort in it to make it look good.

    This show wasn't entertaining, it wasn't fun, and it was not even the slightest bit funny. Usually when watching any comedy series I can at least find one thing funny or good about it, but not in this case. Therefore my description of this episode and this show is that it is Surprising Awful.
    10yoguisto79

    Ridiculously Funny!!

    This was the first episode I've seen in this series and I am hooked. The idea that someone would become a crack head in order to receive welfare payments is absurd. These guys are really funny. They ask the drug dealer how much he "recomends for a first time user." When Mac explains the "Work for Welfare" program to Charlie and Frank, watch Charlie's reaction. "I don't understand--are you asking me a question?" There are so many little comments and subtleties that are hilarious. I am not ashamed to admit that I taped a few episodes and watched them a few times each. You pick up new things every time you watch. Very Funny! Great show. I hope they make a lot more episodes.

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    • Trivia
      When Dee is looking through her headshots, the one on top is Kaitlin Olson's own headshot
    • Goofs
      In every other episode Dennis has a range rover but in this episode, when they go to buy crack Dennis has a Land Rover.
    • Quotes

      Dennis: Hello. Hi, um, I'm a recovering crackhead. This is my retarded sister that I take care of. I'd like some welfare please.

    • Connections
      Featured in WatchMojo: Top 10 Best It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Episodes (2017)
    • Soundtracks
      Just a Friend
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      Performed by Biz Markie

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    • Release date
      • July 6, 2006 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Production companies
      • 3 Arts Entertainment
      • Bluebush Productions
      • RCH-Film
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      • 22m
    • Color
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