Many viewers find the depiction of a dysfunctional family and systemic poverty to be authentic and sometimes "heartbreaking". Community Perspectives
“For the first time in my 57 years, I've finally found a show/movie that is so reflective of the dysfunction I grew up with.” Facebook · Viral Movies Recommendations shemaleass show
“I felt like the worst mom with him watching it. I was shocked at how nasty it was. It was not for me, but most everyone I know loved it.” Facebook · Netflix Recommendations Many viewers find the depiction of a dysfunctional
“Totally addictive... Way more in your face, ott and dysfunctional than the original, and had me gob smacked often.” Facebook · Netflix Bangers · 5 months ago It was not for me, but most everyone I know loved it
The show is a long-running dramedy on Showtime that follows the chaotic and often illegal lives of the Gallagher family on Chicago's South Side. It is widely reviewed as a raw, unfiltered look at poverty and addiction, balanced with biting, dark humor. Critical and Audience Consensus
The acting is frequently praised, particularly William H. Macy as the alcoholic patriarch Frank and Emmy Rossum as the resilient eldest daughter Fiona.