Danny DeVito Wraps Jumanji as 'It's Always Sunny' Season 18 Gears Up
Fans of the long-running comedy received a fresh production update this week: Danny DeVito has wrapped work on a major film, and multiple scheduling signals point to his imminent return to the set of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia. With principal cast members easing out of other commitments, Season 18 appears poised to move into active production as early as late January.
DeVito finishes Jumanji; colleagues signal Sunny return
Over the weekend, a public message from a prominent co-star confirmed that Danny DeVito has completed filming on Jumanji: The Next Level. The post celebrated DeVito's contribution to the franchise and included playful admiration that underscored the actor's longstanding reputation for bringing warmth and comic energy to his roles. That wrap notice arrives as other members of the Always Sunny ensemble have also cleared schedules: Kaitlin Olson recently wrapped a season of her network series, and the show's creative leads have indicated cameras were rolling earlier this month.
Those developments, taken together, have fueled expectations that DeVito (danny devito) will transition from his film commitments back into the chaotic world of Paddy's Pub. The timing would mirror the cast's typical approach of aligning outside projects around the sitcom's production window so the ensemble can reunite for both writing and filming stretches.
Production timeline, cast confirmations and scheduling clues
DeVito previously provided a production update in July 2025, saying, "We start at the end of January. " That remark, coupled with the recent film wrap and colleagues completing other series work, suggests Season 18's principal photography is on track for a late-January kick-off in the Eastern Time zone. A cast auction listing offering a set visit reinforced that timeline: the experience was scheduled to take place on a lot in Los Angeles within a window of Feb 12, 2026 to Feb 28, 2026 (ET), with organizers noting flexibility due to filming schedule adjustments.
Producers and the show's core ensemble have long coordinated outside projects to preserve the series' tight shooting cadence. That coordination appears to be paying off again: with key players free and direct confirmation that at least some cameras are rolling, insiders and fans alike are watching for casting drops and guest-star announcements as production ramps up.
What Season 18 might hold and what fans should watch for
As the production gears up, viewers will be monitoring several story and casting vectors. The contract presently covers Season 18, and the cast has hinted publicly about how long they're willing to continue, making this run feel especially consequential. Celebrity cameos have been a hallmark of recent seasons, and with high-profile names now on the scheduling table, the potential for headline guest stars remains high.
On the creative front, the ensemble's chemistry remains a central anchor: the cast has emphasized the fun and camaraderie that make the show a durable live-action sitcom. Season 18 could therefore lean into both the established dynamic of the Gang and larger, more cinematic set pieces now that members are navigating commitments on both television and film projects.
For viewers hoping to catch production tidbits in person, set-visit opportunities tied to charity events may provide a rare behind-the-scenes look — though organizers note dates are subject to change based on filming needs. With the calendar pointing toward a late-January start and February windows earmarked for on-set experiences (ET), fans should expect official release schedules and episode details to follow as post-production timelines on other projects wind down.
In short: with Danny DeVito wrapping a major film and the rest of the Gang aligning their schedules, Season 18 appears to be moving from rumor into reality. The coming weeks should bring clearer confirmation of filming milestones and guest casting, setting the stage for what could be a pivotal chapter in the show's long run.
