As the Gallagher's prepare for yet another long Chicago winter. They learn to cope with the return of their dysfunctional-turned-overly emotional father.
With the premiere of its sixth season, Shameless proves that it still has some fire under its feet and can take its characters in new and interesting directions.
Shameless is never going to be the televisual equivalent of a warm hug, but it's trained us into accepting even deeply concerning situations as welcome ones.