Shameless (US)

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Season 1
  • Network: SHOWTIME
  • Series Premiere Date: Jan 9, 2011
Season #: 11, 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 408 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 372 out of 408
  2. Mixed: 16 out of 408
  3. Negative: 20 out of 408
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  1. lilcree13
    May 4, 2011
    8
    Shameless is both funny and touching, sometimes going over the top in both directions. It's the performances of the cast, especially Emmy Rossum and Jeremy Allen White that keeps me coming back for more. The show can be irresponsible at times, but mostly it's just a lot of fun.
  2. xflygirlx87
    Feb 12, 2011
    9
    the characters in this show are absolutely dysfunctional and hysterical. its funny how they steal breakfast every morning from this dorky truck driver and have the neighbor distract him everytime. I also love how when the father is missing, the kids all go out looking under park benches and in even in coffins in stores.hes quite the drunk that mr gallagher. thank god for this show. itthe characters in this show are absolutely dysfunctional and hysterical. its funny how they steal breakfast every morning from this dorky truck driver and have the neighbor distract him everytime. I also love how when the father is missing, the kids all go out looking under park benches and in even in coffins in stores.hes quite the drunk that mr gallagher. thank god for this show. it truly cracks me up. Oh and you cant forget about the time the family borrowed an elderly woman with alzheimerz so the father could keep getting away with cashing his great aunts checks.lol. i still cant believe shes buried in their back yard lmfao… Expand
  3. Hard_to_please
    Mar 11, 2011
    10
    The negative reviews of Shameless are incomprehensible. This is one of the best television series of the last decade. It is truly top notch entertainment with excellent acting, outstanding writing, and exceptional direction. It's always compelling and unpredictable. I love this show!
  4. nerdlust
    Jan 27, 2012
    9
    Just the rebound lay I've been looking for since The Riches was robbed from us via writers strike. It looks a lot like her, but without all the weird gypsy nonsense.
  5. capaccio123
    Apr 11, 2013
    10
    W H Macy drives this essential piece of television viewing surrounded by an excellent ensemble cast. I think it's hugely underrated, amazingly funny, ferociously energetic yet quietly poignant too.
  6. KriticalChaos
    May 22, 2016
    10
    I love this show. The characters are all diverse and well-drawn. The script is hilarious and sly, but brings the hammer down on serious parts too. I haven't found anything this funny in awhile.
  7. pato_ss
    Sep 25, 2013
    10
    Very entertaining series that mixes drama with funny situations. I hope to continue with many more seasons, like Shemless UK, which has 11 seasons.
    William H. Macy, plays a great performance playing the drug addict and alcoholic Frank Gallagher
  8. IcyBlue
    Jul 24, 2017
    0
    Nothing but nihilistic filth and depravity. Every character lies, cheats, steals, and is involved in crime in one way or another. No one showcases any remorse for their actions. Non-stop sex and nudity and normalization of sex in front of children. Pedophilia undertones rule the day. The Muslim shop keeper is sleeping with a teenage boy and his brother doesn't even have any objections.Nothing but nihilistic filth and depravity. Every character lies, cheats, steals, and is involved in crime in one way or another. No one showcases any remorse for their actions. Non-stop sex and nudity and normalization of sex in front of children. Pedophilia undertones rule the day. The Muslim shop keeper is sleeping with a teenage boy and his brother doesn't even have any objections. Adult sex with teenagers is Normal on this show and a way of life. There is no depth to anything either. Just outrageous stupid anti-intellectual television contributing to the moral collapse of society. And I say this as a far left socialist atheist. This show is likely produced by pedophiles.… Expand
  9. Zognam
    Feb 10, 2019
    0
    Was a great show, but had to go into politics, showing how bad are white people, and how much they exploit and destroy everyone's life. Sad to see such a good show go bad.
  10. Karamaz0v
    Apr 5, 2019
    0
    Feminist sucks. The series about **** lesbians, drug addicts, alcoholics, thieves, whores and other **** While all this is served as the norm. Propaganda of all the bad that can be in a person. People are being held by cattle and fed with similar content.
  11. moonkid
    Oct 28, 2011
    10
    You will love this show, every character is his own world, from crazy, spaced out kids, to troublesome teenagers, to drunk and sexually twisted adults. Highly recommended, can't wait for season 2.
  12. GnarledOak
    Jan 13, 2011
    6
    Has moments of insight and amusement but mainly seems to be a writer's invention. A writer smoking something not quite legal. And it's rather a waste of the gifted William Macy. It tries hard -- probably too hard.
  13. elevationmind
    Jan 26, 2011
    8
    I never saw the original, so I have nothing to compare it to, so this will not be a part of my review. The first episode was ok - as with most pilots, you first have to get a feeling for the pace of the story and the characters, before you can really appreciate a show. It had some slow moment, had some great moments, but after 3 episodes I can say, that it is getting better and better andI never saw the original, so I have nothing to compare it to, so this will not be a part of my review. The first episode was ok - as with most pilots, you first have to get a feeling for the pace of the story and the characters, before you can really appreciate a show. It had some slow moment, had some great moments, but after 3 episodes I can say, that it is getting better and better and represents an good mixture of amusement and "shock" (well for me no real shock, but for some ppl the sexual themes might be shocking). All in all a definitely above average drama show with likable characters and much potential to become really good!… Expand
  14. yebatch
    Mar 21, 2011
    10
    The Best show of the year by far.i would like to spend a year in Gallagher household and experience the hardships and toughen my character but overall improve my sense of humor.Im following...
  15. Defiance
    Apr 18, 2011
    6
    Whilst i liked this show, the music editing, acting and direction was really annoying and cheesy, I much prefer the UK version and would recommend it to anyone especially fans of this US version, i find it seems so much more realistic in the uk version (for one people are more normal looking than hollywood looking), the direction and narrative is much more stylish and gritty. charactersWhilst i liked this show, the music editing, acting and direction was really annoying and cheesy, I much prefer the UK version and would recommend it to anyone especially fans of this US version, i find it seems so much more realistic in the uk version (for one people are more normal looking than hollywood looking), the direction and narrative is much more stylish and gritty. characters such as kev, frank, shiela and steve are much better played. the parts people seem to like in this US show are soo much better in the UK version in my opinion. However i may be slightly biased as i grew up beside a UK council estate and met characters and was a part of communities similar to these, and thus you may not relate to it the same way i do, similar to perhaps my relation to this show relative to that of US viewers. Also the same could be said for the office UK and US versions however i can understand why people would prefer the US version as it is a totally different sense of humour and the UK in so cringe worthy at times its impossible to watch without ripping your own face off, however the UK version of shameless has the same sense of humour and so far the same plot more or less, just better done. Overall i think it is a good adaptation but if you like it i would urge you to try out the original.… Expand
  16. Hippy_Child_UK
    Jul 5, 2011
    10
    I think that the USA shameless is diabolical. it in no way portrays the original shameless, Im interested to see how the political side of frank is shown in the USA shameless. the original frank is an amazing actor, and is a Shakespearean actor, against this guy who is playing the usa frank, their is no contest. the REAL frank is better ! the banter and what makes the dark side of theI think that the USA shameless is diabolical. it in no way portrays the original shameless, Im interested to see how the political side of frank is shown in the USA shameless. the original frank is an amazing actor, and is a Shakespearean actor, against this guy who is playing the usa frank, their is no contest. the REAL frank is better ! the banter and what makes the dark side of the drama funny, and not so depressing is removed, and i find the U.S.A version is , boring, with no wit, or sarcasm, and has no originality.… Expand
  17. raefon
    Jan 14, 2011
    8
    Having never seen the UK show, and being one of the people that like the US version of the OFFICE better than the original I thought I would give this a crack. Now yes the show has some cliche points and William Macy is just a complete waste of time and the show would be much better with him not in it. I still found the show entertaining and a long way removed from the same DIY house,Having never seen the UK show, and being one of the people that like the US version of the OFFICE better than the original I thought I would give this a crack. Now yes the show has some cliche points and William Macy is just a complete waste of time and the show would be much better with him not in it. I still found the show entertaining and a long way removed from the same DIY house, weight loss, reality shows or the same CSI, crime drams 's that are flooding the net works.

    The characters are a good start, the plot and subject matters interesting if you actually look at what is being said, and if you have the brain and want something different then this show will spark your interest.

    Lets hope it doesnt just fall away and get cancelled like everything else that has some substance and dares to be less main stream.    … Expand
  18. Broyax
    Apr 7, 2019
    0
    Il ne faut douter de rien et ne pas manquer d'air ni de prétention mal placée pour sortir une série pareille qui n'a pas d'autre but que d'attirer l'attention... désespérément. La provocation, l'irrévérence, l'insolence (?) l'humour (?!) ne sont ici que des pétards mouillés !

    On ne trouve même pas trace de cynisme ni d'ironie quelconque dans cette famille de mange-merdes pourtant bien    Il ne faut douter de rien et ne pas manquer d'air ni de prétention mal placée pour sortir une série pareille qui n'a pas d'autre but que d'attirer l'attention... désespérément. La provocation, l'irrévérence, l'insolence (?) l'humour (?!) ne sont ici que des pétards mouillés !

    On ne trouve même pas trace de cynisme ni d'ironie quelconque dans cette famille de mange-merdes pourtant bien coiffés et bien habillés, censés représenter les "misérables" de l'Amérique moderne (?!) ! tout sonne faux, tout est bidon de A à Z et ce n'est jamais drôle, même au quarantième degré... c'est juste bête, totalement stupide et pitoyable.

    ça sent l'opportunisme à plein nez, la réclame de bas étage pour la provoc' à deux balles ; il y a en fait une expression anglo-saxonne qui peut résumer parfaitement la situation : cette série est une "attention whore", rien de plus. C'est en outre d'un ennui assez ahurissant, car très répétitif : cette smala de trous du cul n'est jamais crédible une seule seconde et gesticule dans le vide, voulant se donner finalement un côté trop "cool" et "branché".

    Une honte que cette série donc, pour sa nullité omniprésente et pire encore, une insulte à la vraie pauvreté, celle des vrais misérables de notre époque aux Etats-Unis ou ailleurs.    … Expand
  19. ronashley
    Mar 17, 2013
    0
    It was painful sitting through the Pilot, my friends told me it was so awesome and I feel completely let down. I kept telling myself maybe it will get better but it really didn't. I stomached maybe 20 minutes into the second episode and couldnt take anymore.
  20. mosconstein
    Dec 9, 2013
    1
    1) A father beating to blood a kid is not fun, never
    2) A kleptomaniac pathological liar about 10 years old is not fun
    3) A devious bully child, not helped but encouraged in violent behaviours by his family is not fun
    and
    4) A person sitting on the WC is not hilarious
  21. AGK
    Jan 16, 2014
    1
    let me tell you something, watching poor people swear and carry on and have babies in reality is not entertainment. leave it to the professionals shameless (family guy and south park) step away from TV and don't ever come back.
  22. laylahlauree
    Feb 5, 2013
    0
    Sad show. They stay using the LORDS name in vain which is so wack. If you can't entertain an audience without disrespecting JESUS then you clearly have no talent!
  23. robinm
    Jun 5, 2011
    5
    Starting around episode 4, the wheels come off and the show becomes this strange caricature of every weird character you've ever seen exposed to all at once. It started out decent but got too weird/unbelievable. (What's with all the scenes in a bathroom?)
  24. FDT44
    Jan 5, 2012
    8
    "Shameless" is not soley a comedy; the banally nonsensical imitation of real life accompanied by an ersatz laugh track aggregated from a mechanized device. The show feels too veritable for such "la-di-da" pretension. At its root, "Shameless" is a candid reflection from the brusquely mundane lens in which we view the ordinary world; entwining together the idiosyncracies and"Shameless" is not soley a comedy; the banally nonsensical imitation of real life accompanied by an ersatz laugh track aggregated from a mechanized device. The show feels too veritable for such "la-di-da" pretension. At its root, "Shameless" is a candid reflection from the brusquely mundane lens in which we view the ordinary world; entwining together the idiosyncracies and inner-apprehensions of its characters, each bringing forth something a bit different to the serried table. Moreover, the joint consensus of the series as a whole is not fixed; the ride for some may be a bit too bumpy, a wee bit flashy, or perhaps all too dark. Nonetheless, this crass Showtime adaptation, is a masked gem lead by the acting mentorship of Macy, who when on-screen, steals the show, albeit by his drunken, reckless indescretion. Incidentally, Cusack also hands in a worthy performance, however, her acting feels slightly over-done in parts. Other notables are Rossum, who reels the audience in as the bolstering older sister, notwithstanding only a handful of raw moments, barring the plethera of "Skin to the Max-esque" copulation. Also, White's character is a conciliatory antithesis to the chaotic others, as he represents the intellect and rationale of the household; an atypically divided clan whose priorities are centrically positioned. His reserved, but argumentative sardonicism works. As a whole, "Shameless" is an acquired taste that may take a few episodes to develop. But, the "not-for-everyone" stigma shouldn't be placed here, as it pins drama against humor, and with a blend of prurience, knows exactly how to differentiate, and conflate the two as one. The end result: subject matter that controllably stays germane to its intention: struggle is real and normal to have.… Expand
  25. thetruthis138
    Feb 7, 2012
    9
    This show is wicked fun. It is a black comedy with lots of heart and great characters about a very unconventional family sired by a man (William H. Macy) who is truly in every sense of the word "shameless."
  26. MukkaMadBoy
    Feb 18, 2012
    9
    Shameless never seems to amaze me. Just when I thought I saw the best episode yet, the next sunday it would be outdone. I give this a 9 and recommend it to all of my friends, no-one is yet to say they dont like it.
  27. ChanandlerBong
    Jan 2, 2016
    10
    If you want drama, if you want sex scenes, if you want comedy, you are at the right place. They are all shameless and they will take it to the next level any time.
  28. yosemite
    Feb 2, 2016
    7
    Very unique program. The writers go out of their way to shock yet most of the story lines are interesting.
    Emmy Rossum possibly the best actress currently on TV. As dysfunctional as the Gallagher family is, a bond exists between them and it exists because of Fiona. I could do without the homosexual story line but thats just me. The other story lines are interesting. The show is well    Very unique program. The writers go out of their way to shock yet most of the story lines are interesting.
    Emmy Rossum possibly the best actress currently on TV. As dysfunctional as the Gallagher family is, a bond exists between them and it exists because of Fiona. I could do without the homosexual story line but thats just me. The other story lines are interesting. The show is well written and in their own way, the characters are likable. I give it a strong seven    … Expand
  29. Bastillon
    Nov 24, 2017
    7
    A very unique TV Show that makes you laugh and cry (sometimes at the same time). If you like Family Drama and Comedy, this is for you. The cast is simply amazing.
  30. Fenomen
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    Oh, truly a great TV.
    I like very much like many people.
    Frank is the best :).
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 26 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 26
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 26
  3. Negative: 3 out of 26
  1. New York Magazine (Vulture)
    Reviewed by: Emily Nussbaum
    Jan 13, 2011
    80
    Shameless also has a rough and original charisma of its own, emphasizing as it does the freedom and not merely the deprivation of its family of quasi orphans.
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  2. Salon
    Reviewed by: Matt Zoller Seitz
    Jan 11, 2011
    60
    Now and then Shameless sloughs off its mostly self-imposed constraints and fires on all cylinders, observing economic hardship, drunken tomfoolery and sexual shenanigans with a keen eye for class specifics.
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  3. Entertainment Weekly
    Reviewed by: Ken Tucker
    Jan 10, 2011
    25
    Exec producers John Wells (ER), Andrew Stearn (The West Wing), and Paul Abbott (Cracker), adapting Abbott's original Brit version, waste the talents of Macy, Joan Cusack, and Emmy Rossum (Mystic River), among others, and you'll waste your time straining to enjoy it.
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