Charlie Day's Major Television Roles
Charlie Day is best known for playing Charlie Kelly on the long-running sitcom It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, which premiered on FX in 2005 and later moved to FXX. The series, co-created by Day, Rob McElhenney, and Glenn Howerton, holds the record as the longest-running live-action American comedy series. Day has also appeared in recurring and guest roles on shows such as The Mindy Project, Futurama, and Mythic Quest. His voice acting credits include animated series on networks like Adult Swim and Disney+. According to industry databases, Day has accumulated over 300 television episode credits across comedy, animation, and limited series formats Forbes.
Beyond acting, Day has worked as a writer and producer on multiple television projects. He served as a writer and executive producer on It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia and contributed to other comedy writing rooms. Day also developed and produced the animated series The Cool Kids for FOX, which ran for one season. His production company, RCG Productions, has been involved in developing new comedy properties for both broadcast and streaming platforms. Industry reports indicate Day continues to be active in developing new television content with major studios and streamers Forbes.
Charlie Day's Television Career Timeline and Milestones
Day's television career began with small roles in the early 2000s, including appearances on Third Watch and Law & Order. His breakthrough came in 2005 with the premiere of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, which was initially a low-budget FX pilot that grew into a cultural phenomenon. The show has been renewed for multiple seasons, with its most recent season airing on FXX. Day's work on the series has earned him multiple Critics' Choice Television Award nominations and a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination as part of the ensemble cast Forbes.
In addition to It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Day has taken on roles in limited series and event television. He appeared in the Hulu limited series The Mindy Project and has guest-starred on programs across NBC, CBS, and streaming platforms. Day's voice work has expanded his television presence to include animated series such as Futurama on Hulu and The Simpsons. His television film credits include made-for-TV movies and specials that have aired on networks including Comedy Central and Adult Swim Forbes.
Charlie Day's Current Television Projects and Future Work
As of the latest available public information, Day remains involved with It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, which continues to produce new seasons. He has also been linked to new television projects in development at major studios and streaming services. Day's production company