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Shameless
On Showtime — From John Wells Productions · Warner Bros. Television
Living crappily ever after.
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Chicagoan Frank Gallagher is the proud single dad of six smart, industrious, independent kids, who without him would be... perhaps better off. When Frank's not at the bar spending what little money they have, he's passed out on the floor. But the kids have found ways to grow up in spite of him. They may not be like any family you know, but they make no apologies for being exactly who they are.
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- E1 PilotNext upJan 9, 2011 · 57 min · ★ 7.8
Synopsis
Having her handbag stolen proves to be a blessing for Fiona when a handsome stranger named Steve comes to her rescue. Lip is shocked to discover Ian could be gay and decides his brother should pay a visit to the ever-accommodating Karen Jackson down the block. But the sudden arrival of her furious father Eddie ensures Ian's already-slim chances of happiness with Karen take a severe blow. Meanwhile, Steve buys Fiona a romantic gift, but for some reason she's less than impressed with it.
Guest stars: Joan Cusack (Sheila Jackson), Pej Vahdat (Kash), Noel Arthur (Bouncer), Charin Alvarez (Rita), Yves Bright (Customer 2), Ben Cornish (Customer 1), Thomas F. Duffy (Tommy), Sabah El-Amin (Waitress)
- E2 Frank the PlankJan 16, 2011 · 55 min · ★ 7.2
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Drunk as a skunk, Frank has a run-in with Karen's father and returns home to take it out on Ian. The next day is Friday, and Frank is nowhere to be found, which is a bit odd since he never misses disability check day. The family starts a manhunt. .
Guest stars: Joan Cusack (Sheila Jackson), Michael Patrick McGill (Tommy), Ali Dean (Egyptian Man), Missy Doty (Jess), Robert Goodwin (Randy), Brian Hamman (Conrad), Peter A Kelly (Cop), Larry Neumann Jr. (Davey)
- E3 Aunt GingerJan 23, 2011 · 52 min · ★ 8.1
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Fiona turns her attentions to Tony, a cop who has had a crush on her since childhood, but Steve isn't willing to give up without a fight; Ian is targeted by the brothers of a girl he spurned; the whole family searches for elderly Aunt Ginger, who owns their house.
Guest stars: Noel Fisher (Mickey Milkovich), Joan Cusack (Sheila Jackson), Phil Abrams (Mr. Bancroft), Pej Vahdat (Kash), Jane Levy (Mandy Milkovich), Tyler Jacob Moore (Tony Markovich), Jillian Armenante (Abby Ruggiero), Gloria LeRoy (Ginger Gallagher)
- E4 Casey CasdenJan 30, 2011 · 45 min · ★ 7.7
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Debbie, sad and lonely after Aunt Ginger leaves, steals a little boy from a birthday party. In classic Gallagher style, the family hatches a plan to return the toddler safe and sound without attracting attention from the Chicago Police Department, who has made the kidnapping a top priority. Karen, in complete defiance of Eddie, starts to tease Frank sexually. Frank not knowing what to make of it keeps himself busy with booze, picking up Sheila's meds from the pharmacy and concentrating on finding the missing boy. What began as an innocent lie for Kevin to protect himself from a hot girl ultimately becomes a proposal of marriage for Veronica.
Guest stars: Joan Cusack (Sheila Jackson), Missy Doty (Jess), Joel Murray (Eddie Jackson), Tyler Jacob Moore (Tony Markovich), Vanessa Bell Calloway (Carol Fisher), Tim Bagley (Officer Mike), Tyler F. Anderson (Kenny Dombrowski), Kate James (Bystander)
- E5 Three BoysFeb 6, 2011 · 44 min · ★ 7.6
Synopsis
When the Gallagher's find out Veronica comes from a wealthy family, they try to scheme a fake wedding for the dowry. Meanwhile, Frank gets some bad news about his health.
Guest stars: Joan Cusack (Sheila Jackson), Anthony Anderson (Marty Fisher), Pej Vahdat (Kash), Marguerite Moreau (Linda), Joel Murray (Eddie Jackson), Jane Levy (Mandy Milkovich), Tyler Jacob Moore (Tony Markovich), Vanessa Bell Calloway (Carol Fisher)
- E6 Killer CarlFeb 13, 2011 · 50 min · ★ 7.7
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Fiona tries to prove the Gallagher home is suitable for rehabilitating a delinquent after receiving a letter from Carl's teacher; Lip gets busted taking the SAT for fellow students in exchange for cash; Kash and Ian are ashamed at their failure to stop a string of robberies at the Kash and Grab; Frank's poor business acumen continues to have negative consequences.
Guest stars: Noel Fisher (Mickey Milkovich), Dennis Cockrum (Terry Milkovich), Joan Cusack (Sheila Jackson), Lily Mariye (Malaya), Robert Knepper (Rod), Pej Vahdat (Kash), Marguerite Moreau (Linda), Joel Murray (Eddie Jackson)
- E7 Frank Gallagher: Loving Husband, Devoted FatherFeb 20, 2011 · 44 min · ★ 7.5
Synopsis
Frank gets into trouble with two goons he owes money. Fiona asks Sheila to take care of Liam while she spends a night with Steve, and Ian tries to stop Mickey from bullying Kash.
Guest stars: Noel Fisher (Mickey Milkovich), Dennis Cockrum (Terry Milkovich), Joan Cusack (Sheila Jackson), Jim Hoffmaster (Kermit), Alex Lewis (Hipster), Robert Knepper (Rod), Pej Vahdat (Kash), Missy Doty (Jess)
- E8 It's Time to Kill the TurtleFeb 27, 2011 · 47 min · ★ 7.6
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Sheila fears to lose Frank when he gives up drinking. While Lip suspects their dad hasn't changed, Debbie and Carl enjoy having Frank back in their life. Meanwhile, Fiona tries to find a better paid job.
Guest stars: Noel Fisher (Mickey Milkovich), Joan Cusack (Sheila Jackson), Michael Patrick McGill (Tommy), Madison Davenport (Ethel), Pej Vahdat (Kash), Missy Doty (Jess), Jane Levy (Mandy Milkovich), Dennis Boutsikaris (Professor Hearst)
- E9 But at Last Came a KnockMar 6, 2011 · 50 min · ★ 7.9
Synopsis
Monica comes back when Frank needs her to sign documents and decides to take Liam with her. Meanwhile, Steve and Fiona move together.
Guest stars: Noel Fisher (Mickey Milkovich), Joan Cusack (Sheila Jackson), Madison Davenport (Ethel), Pej Vahdat (Kash), Carlease Burke (Roberta), Chloe Webb (Monica Gallagher), Joel Murray (Eddie Jackson), Julia Duffy (Candace Lishman)
- E10 Nana Gallagher Had an AffairMar 13, 2011 · 48 min · ★ 7.8
Synopsis
The children's paternity is put into question and Frank needs Carl's help.
Guest stars: Noel Fisher (Mickey Milkovich), Joan Cusack (Sheila Jackson), Michael Patrick McGill (Tommy), Carlease Burke (Roberta), Mo Gaffney (Christine Dowling), Chloe Webb (Monica Gallagher), Joel Murray (Eddie Jackson), Jane Levy (Mandy Milkovich)
- E11 Daddyz GirlMar 20, 2011 · 45 min · ★ 7.6
Synopsis
Tony comes closer to discovering what Steve is doing, while Fiona makes a new friend. In the meantime, Lip helps Ian look for his father.
Guest stars: Amy Smart (Jasmine Hollander), Kristoffer Ryan Winters (Clayton Gallagher), Joel Murray (Eddie Jackson), Louise Fletcher (Peggy Gallagher), Tyler Jacob Moore (Tony Markovich), Lindsey Ginter (Charlie), Brad William Henke (Hal Hollander), Russell Hornsby (Tony's Partner)
- E12 Father Frank, Full of GraceMar 27, 2011 · 50 min · ★ 8.2
Synopsis
Steve tries to convince Fiona to skip town with him now that his true livelihood as been discovered; Frank and Karen's secret is revealed, forcing Frank to go into hiding; Fiona tries to figure out how to get Lip and Ian out of jail after their arrest for car theft.
Guest stars: Joan Cusack (Sheila Jackson), Michael Patrick McGill (Tommy), Amy Smart (Jasmine Hollander), Madison Davenport (Ethel), Joel Murray (Eddie Jackson), Julia Duffy (Candace Lishman), Tyler Jacob Moore (Tony Markovich), Frank Pacheco (Milkovich Bro)
Cast & crew
Created by Paul Abbott, John Wells
William H. Macy
Jeremy Allen White
Ethan Cutkosky
Shanola Hampton
Steve Howey
Emma Kenney
Christian Isaiah
Cameron Monaghan
Noel Fisher
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Reviews · from TMDB members
GHeartAug 2, 2018
An alcoholic man lives in a perpetual stupor while his six children cope as best they can. Creators: John Wells, Paul Abbott Stars: Emmy Rossum, William H. Macy, Ethan Cutkosky and others. My personal opinion: I liked this show so much. I liked that all the truth and the situations that can be met in the real life were shown as realistic as possible. Even if there were a lot of negative reviews on the internet, I truly think that this show is a very good one. It h… Read more
as 8 seasons, the ninth will be ready in September. But even if there are 8 seasons, I wasn't bored at all. Recommend it )
snorkydSep 24, 2026
**A Gritty and** **Brilliant Masterpiece of Raw Emotion, eleven wild completely unforgettable seasons of pure chaos**. Shameless (US) is hands-down one of the most uniquely captivating shows in television history. It masterfully walks a razor-thin line between hilarious dark comedy and raw, heartbreaking drama. The series handles heavy topics like poverty, addiction, and systemic struggles with zero filters, delivering a portrait of life on the South Side of Chicago that f… Read more
eels both wildly entertaining and devastatingly real. At its core, the unbreakable, chaotic bond of the Gallagher family is what keeps you entirely hooked. The cast is phenomenal across the board, but Emmy Rossum’s Fiona was truly the heart and soul of the early seasons. Watching her sacrifice everything to keep her siblings afloat gave the show its deepest emotional stakes. While the series is a masterpiece overall, it definitely lost a bit of its magic after Fiona left. As the final seasons played out, I kept holding out hope that she would make a surprise comeback to give the family—and the fans—that ultimate sense of closure. Thankfully, the rest of the ensemble is spectacular. Frank, Lip, Ian and Mickey, and Kev and V are the absolute lifeblood of this series; in my opinion, without these characters, there would simply be no Shameless. William H. Macy’s performance as the frustratingly brilliant Frank Gallagher remains legendary, while watching Lip battle his demons, experiencing the beautiful, chaotic journey of "Gallavich" (Ian and Mickey), and laughing along with the hilarious stability of Kev and V is what holds the entire show together. This core crew ensures that the 11-season journey remains incredibly rewarding, deeply human, and completely unforgettable. 4.5/5 stars.
