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Shameless
Shameless
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Shameless

“Living crappily ever after.”

8.2 / 10
2011
11 seasons
134 episodes
DramaComedy

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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Cast

William H. Macy

Jeremy Allen White

Ethan Cutkosky

Shanola Hampton

Steve Howey

Emma Kenney

Cameron Monaghan

Emmy Rossum

Michael Patrick McGill

Noel Fisher

Jim Hoffmaster

Christian Isaiah

Seasons

Frank goes missing and turns up in Toronto, tries without success to embrace sobriety, and bends the law to protect his disability checks. Fiona falls for Steve, a handsome player with a nice car, a fat wallet, and a big secret. Ian embraces his sexuality, much to the chagrin of his brainy brother Lip. Debbie goes too far at a child's birthday party. Monica shows up with an announcement about baby Liam.

  • Pilot

    1.Pilot

    7.9
    09-01-201157m

    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 br...

  • Frank the Plank

    2.Frank the Plank

    7.3
    16-01-201155m

    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...

  • Aunt Ginger

    3.Aunt Ginger

    8.3
    23-01-201152m

    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...

  • Casey Casden

    4.Casey Casden

    7.8
    30-01-201145m

    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 sou...

  • Three Boys

    5.Three Boys

    7.8
    06-02-201144m

    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.

  • Killer Carl

    6.Killer Carl

    7.9
    13-02-201150m

    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...

  • Frank Gallagher: Loving Husband, Devoted Father

    7.Frank Gallagher: Loving Husband, Devoted Father

    7.7
    20-02-201144m

    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.

  • It's Time to Kill the Turtle

    8.It's Time to Kill the Turtle

    7.8
    27-02-201147m

    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...

  • But at Last Came a Knock

    9.But at Last Came a Knock

    8.0
    06-03-201150m

    Monica comes back when Frank needs her to sign documents and decides to take Liam with her. Meanwhile, Steve and Fiona move together.

  • Nana Gallagher Had an Affair

    10.Nana Gallagher Had an Affair

    8.0
    13-03-201148m

    The children's paternity is put into question and Frank needs Carl's help.

  • Daddyz Girl

    11.Daddyz Girl

    7.9
    20-03-201145m

    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.

  • Father Frank, Full of Grace

    12.Father Frank, Full of Grace

    8.5
    27-03-201150m

    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 tr...

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