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.
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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.
Season 1 episodes
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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.
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Directed by Mark MylodWritten by John Wells, Paul AbbottGuest stars Joan Cusack, Pej Vahdat, Noel Arthur, Charin Alvarez, Yves Bright, Ben Cornish, Thomas F. Duffy, Sabah El-Amin
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. .
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Directed by John WellsWritten by John Wells, Paul AbbottGuest stars Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Ali Dean, Missy Doty, Robert Goodwin, Brian Hamman, Peter A Kelly, Larry Neumann Jr.
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.
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Directed by Stephen HopkinsWritten by Nancy M. PimentalGuest stars Noel Fisher, Joan Cusack, Phil Abrams, Pej Vahdat, Jane Levy, Tyler Jacob Moore, Jillian Armenante, Gloria LeRoy
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.
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Directed by Todd HollandWritten by Cindy CaponeraGuest stars Joan Cusack, Missy Doty, Joel Murray, Tyler Jacob Moore, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Tim Bagley, Tyler F. Anderson, Kate James
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.
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Directed by Mimi LederWritten by Alex BorsteinGuest stars Joan Cusack, Anthony Anderson, Pej Vahdat, Marguerite Moreau, Joel Murray, Jane Levy, Tyler Jacob Moore, Vanessa Bell Calloway
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.
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Directed by John DahlWritten by Mike O'MalleyGuest stars Noel Fisher, Dennis Cockrum, Joan Cusack, Lily Mariye, Robert Knepper, Pej Vahdat, Marguerite Moreau, Joel Murray
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.
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Directed by David NutterWritten by Etan FrankelGuest stars Noel Fisher, Dennis Cockrum, Joan Cusack, Jim Hoffmaster, Alex Lewis, Robert Knepper, Pej Vahdat, Missy Doty
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.
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Directed by Scott FrankWritten by Nathan Jackson, Nancy M. PimentalGuest stars Noel Fisher, Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Madison Davenport, Pej Vahdat, Missy Doty, Jane Levy, Dennis Boutsikaris
Monica comes back when Frank needs her to sign documents and decides to take Liam with her. Meanwhile, Steve and Fiona move together.
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Directed by Mark MylodWritten by Alex Borstein, Paul AbbottGuest stars Noel Fisher, Joan Cusack, Madison Davenport, Pej Vahdat, Carlease Burke, Chloe Webb, Joel Murray, Julia Duffy
The children's paternity is put into question and Frank needs Carl's help.
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Directed by Adam BernsteinWritten by Cindy Caponera, Paul AbbottGuest stars Noel Fisher, Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Carlease Burke, Mo Gaffney, Chloe Webb, Joel Murray, Jane Levy
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.
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Directed by Sanaa HamriWritten by Nancy M. PimentalGuest stars Amy Smart, Kristoffer Ryan Winters, Joel Murray, Louise Fletcher, Tyler Jacob Moore, Lindsey Ginter, Brad William Henke, Russell Hornsby
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.
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Directed by Mark MylodWritten by John WellsGuest stars Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Amy Smart, Madison Davenport, Joel Murray, Julia Duffy, Tyler Jacob Moore, Frank Pacheco
