It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia season 2 episode 9 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In a heated debate at Paddy's Bar, smoking inside is banned, sparking a clash over American values and freedom. Dee's failing acting career and Charlie's Vietnam fabrication add to the chaos. The bar transforms into a 'freedom haven', leading to wild, uncontrolled behavior. Dee's street performance is overshadowed by a protest, while the basement becomes a compromise zone. The experiment in absolute freedom backfires, resulting in chaos and danger. Disillusioned, the group ultimately decides to restore order, marking their experiment a failure.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the main issue discussed at the bar?
The main issue was whether to allow smoking inside the bar.
Why did Charlie complain about his job?
Charlie complained about having to deal with rat traps, referring to it as the worst job in the bar.
What was the decision about smoking in the bar?
The group decided to ban smoking inside the bar.
Did Charlie serve in Vietnam?
No, Charlie's story about serving in Vietnam was revealed to be a fabrication.
What was the protest about?
The protest was about the dangers of smoking and aimed to make smoking history.
What changes were proposed for Paddy's Bar?
Proposals included staying open past 2:00 AM, selling booze before noon on Sundays, and allowing gambling.
What was Dee's role in the protest?
Dee was involved in acting and leading the protest against smoking.
What did the group regret about the changes at the bar?
They regretted giving too much freedom, leading to chaos and inappropriate behavior.
How did the group handle the basement situation?
They compromised by allowing certain activities to be confined to the basement.
What happened during Dee's street performance?
Dee and her actor friend's performance was interrupted by Charlie's protest.
What was the outcome of the bar's freedom experiment?
The experiment led to chaos, and the group decided to take back control and restore order.
Did Dee continue pursuing acting?
No, Dee expressed disillusionment and abandoned her acting aspirations.
How did the episode conclude?
The episode concluded with the group acknowledging their failure in the freedom experiment and taking action to restore order in the bar.