Shameless: Season 1
Shameless is an American comedy-drama television series developed by John Wells. Based on the British series of the same name created by Paul Abbott, the show aired on Showtime from January 9, 2011, to April 11, 2021. The narrative centers on a dysfunctional Chicago family led by Frank Gallagher, a single father of six smart, industrious, and independent children. While Frank is often found spending the family's limi
Season overview
Shameless is an American comedy-drama television series developed by John Wells. Based on the British series of the same name created by Paul Abbott, the show aired on Showtime from January 9, 2011, to April 11, 2021. The narrative centers on a dysfunctional Chicago family led by Frank Gallagher, a single father of six smart, industrious, and independent children. While Frank is often found spending the family's limited money at a bar or incapacitated, his children find ways to grow up in spite of him.
During the first season, Frank goes missing and eventually turns up in Toronto, where he unsuccessfully attempts to embrace sobriety and works to protect his disability checks. Meanwhile, his daughter Fiona falls for Steve, a man with a secret. Within the household, Ian embraces his sexuality, a development that causes friction with his brother Lip. Other family dynamics include Debbie acting out at a child's birthday party and the return of Monica, who arrives with an announcement regarding baby Liam. The series features an ensemble cast led by William H. Macy, portraying a scrappy and fiercely loyal family that makes no apologies for their lifestyle.
Episodes
Pilot
Jan 9, 2011 · 57 min
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
Jan 16, 2011 · 55 min
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
Jan 23, 2011 · 52 min
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
Jan 30, 2011 · 45 min
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
Feb 6, 2011 · 44 min
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
Feb 13, 2011 · 50 min
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
Feb 20, 2011 · 44 min
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
Feb 27, 2011 · 47 min
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
Mar 6, 2011 · 50 min
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
Mar 13, 2011 · 48 min
The children's paternity is put into question and Frank needs Carl's help.
Daddyz Girl
Mar 20, 2011 · 45 min
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
Mar 27, 2011 · 50 min
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