Shameless: Season 1

2011
12 episodes

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.

Season 1 of Shameless premiered on January 9, 2011 and has 12 episodes, from "Pilot" to "Father Frank, Full of Grace". The last episode aired on March 27, 2011.

Where to watch Shameless

In the United States, you can stream Shameless on Netflix. You can also buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and Fandango At Home. It is on streaming services in 135 countries.

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Episodes

Episode 1PilotAired January 9, 2011
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 brother should pay a visit to the ever-accommodating Karen Jackson down the block. But the sudden arrival of her furious father Eddie ensures Ian's already-slim chances of happiness with Karen take a severe blow. Meanwhile, Steve buys Fiona a romantic gift, but for some reason she's less than impressed with it.
- 57m
- Directed by Mark Mylod
- Written by John Wells and Paul Abbott
Guest stars
- Joan Cusack Sheila Jackson
- Pej Vahdat Kash
- Noel Arthur Bouncer
- Charin Alvarez Rita
- Yves Bright Customer 2
- Ben Cornish Customer 1
- Thomas F. Duffy Tommy
- Sabah El-Amin Waitress
Episode 2Frank the PlankAired January 16, 2011
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 he never misses disability check day. The family starts a manhunt. .
- 55m
- Directed by John Wells
- Written by John Wells and Paul Abbott
Guest stars
- Joan Cusack Sheila Jackson
- Michael Patrick McGill Tommy
- Ali Dean Egyptian Man
- Missy Doty Jess
- Robert Goodwin Randy
- Brian Hamman Conrad
- Peter A Kelly Cop
- Larry Neumann Jr. Davey
Episode 3Aunt GingerAired January 23, 2011
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 he spurned; the whole family searches for elderly Aunt Ginger, who owns their house.
- 52m
- Directed by Stephen Hopkins
- Written by Nancy M. Pimental
Guest stars
- Noel Fisher Mickey Milkovich
- Joan Cusack Sheila Jackson
- Phil Abrams Mr. Bancroft
- Pej Vahdat Kash
- Jane Levy Mandy Milkovich
- Tyler Jacob Moore Tony Markovich
- Jillian Armenante Abby Ruggiero
- Gloria LeRoy Ginger Gallagher
Episode 4Casey CasdenAired January 30, 2011
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 sound without attracting attention from the Chicago Police Department, who has made the kidnapping a top priority. Karen, in complete defiance of Eddie, starts to tease Frank sexually. Frank not knowing what to make of it keeps himself busy with booze, picking up Sheila's meds from the pharmacy and concentrating on finding the missing boy. What began as an innocent lie for Kevin to protect himself from a hot girl ultimately becomes a proposal of marriage for Veronica.
- 45m
- Directed by Todd Holland
- Written by Cindy Caponera
Guest stars
- Joan Cusack Sheila Jackson
- Missy Doty Jess
- Joel Murray Eddie Jackson
- Tyler Jacob Moore Tony Markovich
- Vanessa Bell Calloway Carol Fisher
- Tim Bagley Officer Mike
- Tyler F. Anderson Kenny Dombrowski
- Kate James Bystander
Episode 5Three BoysAired February 6, 2011
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.
- 44m
- Directed by Mimi Leder
- Written by Alex Borstein
Guest stars
- Joan Cusack Sheila Jackson
- Anthony Anderson Marty Fisher
- Pej Vahdat Kash
- Marguerite Moreau Linda
- Joel Murray Eddie Jackson
- Jane Levy Mandy Milkovich
- Tyler Jacob Moore Tony Markovich
- Vanessa Bell Calloway Carol Fisher
Episode 6Killer CarlAired February 13, 2011
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 in exchange for cash; Kash and Ian are ashamed at their failure to stop a string of robberies at the Kash and Grab; Frank's poor business acumen continues to have negative consequences.
- 50m
- Directed by John Dahl
- Written by Mike O'Malley
Guest stars
- Noel Fisher Mickey Milkovich
- Dennis Cockrum Terry Milkovich
- Joan Cusack Sheila Jackson
- Lily Mariye Malaya
- Robert Knepper Rod
- Pej Vahdat Kash
- Marguerite Moreau Linda
- Joel Murray Eddie Jackson
Episode 7Frank Gallagher: Loving Husband, Devoted FatherAired February 20, 2011
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.
- 44m
- Directed by David Nutter
- Written by Etan Frankel
Guest stars
- Noel Fisher Mickey Milkovich
- Dennis Cockrum Terry Milkovich
- Joan Cusack Sheila Jackson
- Jim Hoffmaster Kermit
- Alex Lewis Hipster
- Robert Knepper Rod
- Pej Vahdat Kash
- Missy Doty Jess
Episode 8It's Time to Kill the TurtleAired February 27, 2011
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 find a better paid job.
- 47m
- Directed by Scott Frank
- Written by Nathan Jackson and Nancy M. Pimental
Guest stars
- Noel Fisher Mickey Milkovich
- Joan Cusack Sheila Jackson
- Michael Patrick McGill Tommy
- Madison Davenport Ethel
- Pej Vahdat Kash
- Missy Doty Jess
- Jane Levy Mandy Milkovich
- Dennis Boutsikaris Professor Hearst
Episode 9But at Last Came a KnockAired March 6, 2011
Monica comes back when Frank needs her to sign documents and decides to take Liam with her. Meanwhile, Steve and Fiona move together.
- 50m
- Directed by Mark Mylod
- Written by Alex Borstein and Paul Abbott
Guest stars
- Noel Fisher Mickey Milkovich
- Joan Cusack Sheila Jackson
- Madison Davenport Ethel
- Pej Vahdat Kash
- Carlease Burke Roberta
- Chloe Webb Monica Gallagher
- Joel Murray Eddie Jackson
- Julia Duffy Candace Lishman
Episode 10Nana Gallagher Had an AffairAired March 13, 2011
The children's paternity is put into question and Frank needs Carl's help.
- 48m
- Directed by Adam Bernstein
- Written by Cindy Caponera and Paul Abbott
Guest stars
- Noel Fisher Mickey Milkovich
- Joan Cusack Sheila Jackson
- Michael Patrick McGill Tommy
- Carlease Burke Roberta
- Mo Gaffney Christine Dowling
- Chloe Webb Monica Gallagher
- Joel Murray Eddie Jackson
- Jane Levy Mandy Milkovich
Episode 11Daddyz GirlAired March 20, 2011
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.
- 45m
- Directed by Sanaa Hamri
- Written by Nancy M. Pimental
Guest stars
- Amy Smart Jasmine Hollander
- Kristoffer Ryan Winters Clayton Gallagher
- Joel Murray Eddie Jackson
- Louise Fletcher Peggy Gallagher
- Tyler Jacob Moore Tony Markovich
- Lindsey Ginter Charlie
- Brad William Henke Hal Hollander
- Russell Hornsby Tony's Partner
Episode 12Father Frank, Full of GraceAired March 27, 2011
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 tries to figure out how to get Lip and Ian out of jail after their arrest for car theft.
- 50m
- Directed by Mark Mylod
- Written by John Wells
Guest stars
- Joan Cusack Sheila Jackson
- Michael Patrick McGill Tommy
- Amy Smart Jasmine Hollander
- Madison Davenport Ethel
- Joel Murray Eddie Jackson
- Julia Duffy Candace Lishman
- Tyler Jacob Moore Tony Markovich
- Frank Pacheco Milkovich Bro