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Shameless

Name: Shameless
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Released: 2004-01-13
Cast: David Threlfall, Nicky Evans, Rebecca Atkinson, Tina Malone, Aaron McCusker

2004 | 11 seasons | Comedy, Drama

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Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet

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Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who wants a laugh. If you loved Shameless or Succession, start here.
The mood: Darkly funny.
The pace: 11 seasons and 138 episodes: a long-haul commitment.
What might put you off: Rated TV-MA: expect drug use and sex.
A big time investment at 11 seasons.

The story of a young group of siblings pretty much abandoned by their parents, surviving by their wits - and humor - on a rough Manchester council estate. Whilst they won't admit it, they need help and find it in Steve, a young middle class lad who falls for Fiona, the oldest sibling, and increasingly finds himself drawn to this unconventional and unique family. Anarchic family life seen through the eyes of an exceptionally bright fifteen year old, who struggles to come of age in the context of his belligerent father, closeted brother, psychotic sister and internet porn star neighbors.

How it earned its rating

CriticsNot counted
Not enough reviews on record yet
AudiencesSolid
7.5 out of 10
AwardsNot counted
No major awards or nominations
Reach & staying powerSolid
Ran for 11 seasons and reached a small audience so far; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactStrong
About 524K people sought it out in the past year