TV series
Living crappily ever after.
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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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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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.
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Episode 1
Frank wakes up in a place completely foreign to him.
Directed by Mark MylodWritten by John WellsGuest stars Joan Cusack, Ed Lauter, Diora Baird, Stephanie Fantauzzi, Bernardo de Paula, Harry Hamlin, Thierre Di Castro Garrito, Pêpê Rapazote
Episode 2
Fiona is stressed about the money she used for her club night; Frank makes his way home.
Directed by Anthony HemingwayWritten by Nancy M. PimentalGuest stars Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Jim Hoffmaster, Ed Lauter, Diora Baird, Cameron Richardson, Stephanie Fantauzzi, Bernardo de Paula
Episode 3
Frank tells Carl he has cancer to scam a charity foundation; Lip hunts down pedophiles in the neighborhood.
Directed by Steve ShillWritten by Krista VernoffGuest stars Dennis Cockrum, Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Justine Lupe, Cameron Richardson, Eric Edelstein, Stephanie Fantauzzi, Bernardo de Paula
Episode 4
Carl says his goodbyes; Frank is on babysitting duty; Sheila wants to introduce Jody to toy time.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Mike O'MalleyGuest stars Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Eric Edelstein, Kerry O'Malley, Harry Hamlin, Ellen Gerstein, Madison Rothschild, Galadriel Stineman
Episode 5
The city of Chicago gives notice that they're doing work on the sewer main. The problem? Aunt Ginger's bones are still buried in the yard and Frank needs to find her before the city does. Meanwhile, Fiona is picked on at work for not satisfying her boss. When Fiona fails to provide the support Jimmy needs, he turns to Este. Molly learns that she's a boy and Ned asks Ian to rob his wife's house.
Directed by J. Michael MuroWritten by Sheila CallaghanGuest stars Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Julia Duffy, Eric Edelstein, Keiko Agena, Stephanie Fantauzzi, Kerry O'Malley, Harry Hamlin
Episode 6
The Department of Family Services hauls the Gallagher children away, leaving Fiona desperate to get them back. With Monica nowhere to be found, Fiona is forced to find Frank and get him to make a "Father of the Year" appearance in court. It all goes well until Fiona discovers that Frank's not the solution to her problem - he's the cause. Meanwhile, Kev and Veronica recruit V's mother as a surrogate and Terry catches Mickey and Ian in a compromising situation.
Directed by Anthony HemingwayWritten by Alex BorsteinGuest stars Dennis Cockrum, Joan Cusack, Isidora Goreshter, Eric Edelstein, Keiko Agena, Kerry O'Malley, Alex Borstein, Vanessa Bell Calloway
Episode 7
Frank and Fiona go to extreme lengths in court to claim custody of the kids.
Directed by Mimi LederWritten by Etan FrankelGuest stars Laura Slade Wiggins, Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Keiko Agena, Stephanie Fantauzzi, Bernardo de Paula, Kristopher Logan, David Wells
Episode 8
The family gathers for the real Aunt Ginger's fake funeral.
Directed by Danny CannonWritten by Davey HolmesGuest stars Laura Slade Wiggins, Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Brent Sexton, Tyler Jacob Moore, Christian Clemenson, Bernardo de Paula, Vanessa Bell Calloway
Episode 9
Fiona starts a new office job but has a hard time fitting in with the corporate culture. In an attempt to get medical coverage, Frank inadvertently becomes involved in the gay rights movement where he meets Abraham Paige, a powerful activist.
Directed by Mark MylodWritten by Krista VernoffGuest stars Laura Slade Wiggins, Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Jim Hoffmaster, Bill Brochtrup, Christian Clemenson, Bernardo de Paula, Bradley Whitford
Episode 10
Fiona's job has brought structure ito her life, but when Jimmy drops a bomb on her things fall apart. Frank is happy with his newfound celebrity as the face of the gay rights movement.
Directed by Gary B. GoldmanWritten by Mike O'MalleyGuest stars Laura Slade Wiggins, Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Isidora Goreshter, Bill Brochtrup, Bernardo de Paula, Bradley Whitford, Kerry O'Malley
Episode 11
Fiona takes the kids on a camping trip. Essentially homeless, Frank seeks out Carl who sneaks him into the Gallagher van for the night.
Directed by Sanaa HamriWritten by Sheila CallaghanGuest stars Laura Slade Wiggins, Dennis Cockrum, Joan Cusack, Isidora Goreshter, Stephanie Fantauzzi, Bernardo de Paula, Jake McDorman, Pêpê Rapazote
Episode 12
Fiona and the family prepare a surprise high school,graduation party for Lip. Frank wins a bet and uses the winnings to take Lip out for lobster and some quality father/son time.
Directed by Mark MylodWritten by Nancy M. Pimental, Etan FrankelGuest stars Laura Slade Wiggins, Joan Cusack, Michael Patrick McGill, Ed Lauter, Bill Brochtrup, Bernardo de Paula, Kerry O'Malley, Jake McDorman
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Emmy RossumFiona Gallagher
William H. MacyFrank Gallagher
Justin ChatwinSteve Wilton/Jimmy Lishman
Jeremy Allen WhiteLip Gallagher
Ethan CutkoskyCarl Gallagher
Shanola HamptonVeronica Fisher
Steve HoweyKevin Ball
Emma KenneyDebbie Gallagher
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