Chicagoan Frank Gallagher is the proud single dad of six smart, industrious, independent kids, who without him would be... perhaps better off. When Frank's not at the bar spending what little money they have, he's passed out on the floor. But the kids have found ways to grow up in spite of him. They may not be like any family you know, but they make no apologies for being exactly who they are.
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…
S01E02
Frank the Plank
⭐ 7.3
Jan 16, 201155 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 …
S01E03
Aunt Ginger
⭐ 8.3
Jan 23, 201152 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 …
S01E04
Casey Casden
⭐ 7.8
Jan 30, 201145 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…
S01E05
Three Boys
⭐ 7.8
Feb 6, 201144 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.
S01E06
Killer Carl
⭐ 7.9
Feb 13, 201150 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…
S01E07
Frank Gallagher: Loving Husband, Devoted Father
⭐ 7.7
Feb 20, 201144 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.
S01E08
It's Time to Kill the Turtle
⭐ 7.8
Feb 27, 201147 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 …
S01E09
But at Last Came a Knock
⭐ 8.0
Mar 6, 201150 min
Monica comes back when Frank needs her to sign documents and decides to take Liam with her. Meanwhile, Steve and Fiona move together.
S01E10
Nana Gallagher Had an Affair
⭐ 8.0
Mar 13, 201148 min
The children's paternity is put into question and Frank needs Carl's help.
S01E11
Daddyz Girl
⭐ 7.9
Mar 20, 201145 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.
S01E12
Father Frank, Full of Grace
⭐ 8.5
Mar 27, 201150 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…