Shameless (US): Season 2

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Season Details & Credits

SHOWTIME | Season Premiere Date: January 8, 2012

Starring: William H. Macy, Cameron Monaghan, Joan Cusack

Summary: Summer for the Gallaghers means Frank owes $10,000, Ian seeks a way out of Chicago after high school, and Lip, Debbie, and Carl run schemes to make money for the household while Fiona tries to forget about Steve.

Creator: Paul Abbott

Genre(s): Comedy, Drama

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Season 2 Episodes

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S2:E12. Fiona Interrupted
Air Date: April 1, 2012
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S2:E11. Just Like the Pilgrims Intended
Air Date: March 25, 2012
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S2:E10. A Great Cause
Air Date: March 18, 2012

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Alan Sepinwall

Jan 9, 2012

Because the bond between them is so strong, all the show's disparate pieces - the filthy comedy and the desperation, the joy and the depression - hold together just as well. Read full review

Lori Rackl

Jan 4, 2012

Almost nothing about this series is conventional. That's part of the appeal. Read full review

Curt Wagner

Jan 5, 2012

If you want bold activities, high drama and laughs motivated by something other than fame, tune in for Season 2 of Shameless. Read full review

Luke De Smet

Jan 9, 2012

The second season of Showtime's aptly titled Shameless often feels less like a new season and more like a sequel, in which the major players remain the same, but the volume is amplified and the ante doubled. Read full review

Tom Gliatto

Feb 13, 2012

The show is technically flawless--so is Macy strutting like a mangy Mick Jagger--but the Gallaghers' raucous, defiant pride never really engages me. [20 Feb 2012, p.46]

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CaioM

Jan 9, 2012

Probably one of the best shows on TV. All the actors are great, even the kids, and we can all easily connect with their characters. It's almost impossible not to like this show. I also love the comedy resulted by all those hard situations they have to go through.

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redjet3

Jan 11, 2012

This show is very well written and the actors fit their characters extremely well. this show is a real down and dirty type of show that has real life situations and puts it into a show. this is my favorite show that is a mixture of drama and comedy at some parts. although this family may byThis show is very well written and the actors fit their characters extremely well. this show is a real down and dirty type of show that has real life situations and puts it into a show. this is my favorite show that is a mixture of drama and comedy at some parts. although this family may by dysfunctional, there are times of real unity which makes the show even better. i can't wait for the rest of the season!… Expand

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manningn15

Dec 23, 2020

Shameless is still one of my top 5 favorite comedy shows of all time and is also one of my top 5 favorite drama shows of all time and one of my favorite shows of all time. Shameless season two is another perfect blend of comedy and drama that makes me laugh but also tugs at my heartstrings.Shameless is still one of my top 5 favorite comedy shows of all time and is also one of my top 5 favorite drama shows of all time and one of my favorite shows of all time. Shameless season two is another perfect blend of comedy and drama that makes me laugh but also tugs at my heartstrings. Emmy Rossum's performance is an astounding standout performance, she gives a really funny performance that is also really touching and deep and she really makes you feel bad for what Fiona has to go through to keep her family together she just gives a really compelling performance. The performances from Joan Cusack, Chloe Webb, William H. Macy, Emma Kenney, Jeremy Allen White, Zach McGowan, Shanola Hampton, Laura Slade Wiggins, Cameron Monaghan, Steve Howey, and Ethan Cutkosky were pretty phenomenal too. The chemistry between the cast is remarkable, they are just so authentic seeming. The writing is just exceptional, it is just hilarious but also really touching, beautiful, and heartbreaking the writing just really tugged at my heartstrings this season I cried the last two episodes. The character development was outstanding especially with Frank, Monica, Lip, Fiona, Sheila, Kev, Ian, Debbie, and Karen. The opening theme and music were spectacular. The makeup and hairstyling was excellent especially on Noel Fisher, Emma Greenwell, William H. Macy, Molly Price, Joan Cusack, Zach McGowan, Shanola Hampton, Steve Howey, Emmy Rossum, Justin Chatwin, and Madison Davenport. The costumes were terrific especially on Joan Cusack, Emmy Rossum, Emma Greenwell, Dove Cameron, Madison Davenport, Shanola Hampton, Steve Howey, Zach McGowan, Amy Smart, Justin Chatwin, and Stephanie Fantauzzi. This 2nd season of Shameless was an A+.… Expand

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JackKnowsBest

Jan 13, 2012

I laughed, cried, cheered, gasped, damned, and loved the first season. This Full Package is entertaining as hell! (only for open-minded and mature Adults)

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hornysoul

Sep 22, 2018

Eu achei esta segunda temporada muito melhor do que a primeira. Ainda é melodramática, mas a boa atuação dos personagens adultos ajuda-me a ignorar as falhas.
Embora seja um melodrama em alguns aspetos, as reações do personagem às situações exageradas definitivamente parecem realistas.

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aSsh0le

Jan 9, 2012

I don't feel like writing much but I already watched the first episode of season 2 and I have to say it is just as brilliant as ever. I just hope Steve dies this season, the lack of him made the episode better for me.

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sophiecat

Apr 10, 2012

I found season two to be much better than season one. It is still melodramatic, but the good acting from the adult leads always sucks me in and helps me overlook its flaws. Though it is a melodrama in some ways, the character's reactions to the exaggerated situations definitely seemI found season two to be much better than season one. It is still melodramatic, but the good acting from the adult leads always sucks me in and helps me overlook its flaws. Though it is a melodrama in some ways, the character's reactions to the exaggerated situations definitely seem realistic. I'm not sure why I really watch this show, but I know it's not because I find it funny; I think the jokes are somewhat petty.… Expand

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Series Overview
Season 11

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- Season 11 Overview
  Air Date: December 6, 2020
Season 10

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- Season 10 Overview
  Air Date: November 10, 2019
Season 9

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- Season 9 Overview
  Air Date: September 9, 2018
Season 8

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- Season 8 Overview
  Air Date: November 5, 2017
Season 7

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- Season 7 Overview
  Air Date: October 2, 2016
Season 6

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- Season 6 Overview
  Air Date: January 10, 2016
Season 5

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- Season 5 Overview
  Air Date: January 11, 2015
Season 4

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- Season 4 Overview
  Air Date: January 12, 2014
Season 3

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- Season 3 Overview
  Air Date: January 13, 2013
Season 2

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- Season 2 Overview
  Air Date: January 8, 2012
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  S2:E12. Fiona Interrupted
  Air Date: April 1, 2012
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  S2:E11. Just Like the Pilgrims Intended
  Air Date: March 25, 2012
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  S2:E10. A Great Cause
  Air Date: March 18, 2012
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  S2:E9. Hurricane Monica
  Air Date: March 11, 2012
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  S2:E8. Parenthood
  Air Date: March 4, 2012
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  S2:E7. A Bottle of Jean Nate
  Air Date: February 19, 2012
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  S2:E6. Can I Have a Mother
  Air Date: February 12, 2012
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  S2:E5. Father's Day
  Air Date: February 5, 2012
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  S2:E4. A Beautiful Mess
  Air Date: January 29, 2012
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  S2:E3. I'll Light a Candle for You Every Day
  Air Date: January 22, 2012
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  S2:E2. Summer Loving
  Air Date: January 15, 2012
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  S2:E1. Summertime
  Air Date: January 8, 2012
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: January 9, 2011