It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia Season 3 Episode 15 The Gang Dances Their Asses Off
- TVMA
- November 15, 2007
- 22 min
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8.9 (4,036)
The Gang Dances Their Asses Off is the fifteenth episode of the third season of It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia. The episode kicks off with the gang arriving at Paddy's Pub where they find out that someone has smashed the window. Mac, Charlie, and Dee decide that in order to raise money to repair the window, they'll put on a dance competition. Along the way, they hatch a plan to ensure that they win the competition and pocket all the prize money.
The first thing they need to do is find a fourth member to join the competition, as Charlie is only a proficient dancer when he's huffing glue. They eventually convince their other friend, Dennis, to join the team. They then set about practicing their dance routine, which they anticipate will be a rousing success. However, as they begin to hone their skills, they discover that they're not as good as they thought. The group's choreography is clumsy and uncoordinated, and their costumes are ridiculous.
The gang decides to change things up and approach their dance routine from a different angle. They take inspiration from the film Flashdance and decide to perform a striptease as part of their performance. This, they surmise, will not only be more entertaining to watch but will also distract the judges from the poor quality of their dance.
On the night of the competition, the group takes to the stage, and things start off okay. However, as they strip down to their underwear, things begin to go awry. Dennis struggles to remove his tight pants, and Charlie slips on some baby oil and falls flat on his face. The group plows on, however, until the end of the routine, hoping that their daring moves will pay off. They receive a mixed reception from the judges, but despite the weak competition, they're awarded second place.
The gang, disappointed that they didn't win and only came in second place, vow to compete again the following year, determined to come up with an even better dance routine. The episode ends on a high note, with the group enjoying their own company and the camaraderie that comes with a shared experience.
Overall, The Gang Dances Their Asses Off is a hilarious episode that parodies dance competitions and shows the lengths that the gang will go to in order to make some quick cash. With over-the-top dance moves and terrible costumes, it's a must-watch for fans of the show who want to see the gang at their zany best.