12 episodes

Shameless - Season 7

First aired Oct 2, 2016Season 7

The Gallaghers have always scraped by, but season seven finds some of them finally getting a leg up, with more changes than the Chicago River. When Frank awakens from a coma to learn that his loved ones tossed him in the river, he declares war – Gallagher vs. Gallagher. But Fiona is too busy improving her own life to worry about Frank’s. Gallagher Golden Boy Lip finishes up his time in rehab, and emerges with a new outlook on alcoholism and his future, whereas the once-unstable Ian is now thriving as an EMT and in a comfortable relationship. Debbie is still figuring out how to be a good mom to young Franny, while Carl has some big decisions to face as he enters manhood.

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Community reviews for Shameless, shown here with its season details.

GHeart

Aug 2, 2018

10.0

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 has 8 seasons, the ninth will be ready in September. But even if there are 8 seasons, I wasn't bored at all. Recommend it )

snorkyd

Sep 24, 2026

10.0

**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 feels 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.  

Episodes

Episode 1

Hiraeth

7.4

Oct 2, 201654 min19 votes

Frank wakes up after a month-long coma to find no one missed him. Worried she isn't a good mother, Debbie takes a criminal approach to making sure Franny grows up wealthy. Meanwhile, Lip successfully completes rehab and is determined to stay "sober;" Carl looks into surgery after learning he's the only uncircumcised brother; and Ian gets a bad feeling about Caleb's friend Denise.

Episode 2

Swipe, F**k, Leave

6.8

Oct 9, 201650 min18 votes

Ready to disown his family, Frank takes Liam under wing and starts a new life barricaded on the top floor of the Gallagher home. Fiona, meanwhile, adopts a new, relaxed attitude and starts running Patsy's Pies on her own terms. Debbie gets into trouble in the stroller business; Ian tries out heterosexuality; and Carl finds himself forced into abstinence.

Episode 3

Home Sweet Homeless Shelter

6.8

Oct 16, 201655 min22 votes

Kevin, Veronica and Svetlana start a topless maid service. At the shelter, meanwhile, Frank makes new friends to replace his old family - leading them to a for-sale house converted into the Gallagher Home for the Homeless. Plus, Debbie's new lifestyle comes to an abrupt end; Carl gets a syphilis scare; Ian struggles with a breakup; and with Fiona on the run to clean up after her siblings, business at Patsy's hits the skids.

Episode 4

I Am a Storm

7.7

Oct 23, 201655 min13 votes

Frank worries that he and his new family will lose their Home for the Homeless shelter, so he plans a little goodwill for the neighborhood. Meanwhile, Fiona drums up business by throwing a speakeasy party at Patsy's Pies.

Episode 5

Own Your Sh*t

6.5

Oct 30, 201652 min17 votes

Frank learns that a billionaire philanthropist has bought the homeless shelter and he and his clan can stay. Meanwhile, Fiona gets smart financial advice from a Tinder hookup as Ian struggles with his feelings for Trevor.

Episode 6

The Defenestration of Frank

6.5

Nov 6, 201658 min17 votes

Fiona sees opportunity in a laundromat for sale and decides to invest. Frank revels in the good fortune of his scam, but the troops catch a whiff of foul play. Meanwhile, Kev and V discover a shocking secret about Svetlana's father.

Episode 7

You'll Never Ever Get a Chicken in Your Whole Entire Life

7.0

Nov 13, 201653 min17 votes

Fiona learns that owning a laundromat is costlier than expected. Frank helps Liam get into a plush new school after his old one is permanently shut down. Meanwhile, Debbie cleans up her act and grows closer to Neil.

Episode 8

You Sold Me the Laundromat, Remember?

7.3

Nov 20, 201653 min17 votes

Fiona takes a DIY approach to renovating the laundromat. Lip agrees to go before the school board in hopes of getting reinstated. Meanwhile, Kev's trust in Svetlana wanes even further when the titty van goes missing.

Episode 9

Ouroboros

7.3

Nov 27, 201652 min17 votes

Monica is back! And her first task is to help Debbie get back Franny. Meanwhile, Frank tries to avoid her, Ian has his first fight with Trevor, Lip tries to mask his relapsing alcoholism and Fiona's laundromat gets a bad review.

Episode 10

Ride or Die

7.3

Dec 4, 201654 min18 votes

Fiona, facing mounting issues, contemplates Margo's offer to buy the laundromat. Meanwhile, Ian tries to deal with the fact that Mickey might be out of prison and Kev and V take matters into their own hands after Svetlana's betrayal.

Episode 11

Happily Ever After

7.5

Dec 11, 201656 min18 votes

Frank and Monica have an interesting proposal for the kids. Lip buckles under pressure from Debbie to get his sobriety under control. Meanwhile, Fiona sees a business opportunity as Kev and V attempt to start a new chapter.

Episode 12

Requiem for a Slut

7.3

Dec 18, 201660 min13 votes

The Gallaghers grapple with the loss of one of their own. As Lip takes steps to improve his future, Debbie, Carl and Liam get roped into Frank's new scheme.