: The episode leans heavily into the pandemic. While Den of Geek felt this pushed the Gallaghers to prove they are "the Southside’s most persistent cockroaches," some viewers found the execution heavy-handed.
: Critics from Telltale TV gave it 4/5 stars , noting that the episode recaptured the "old school Shameless vibe" from the pilot, with Frank’s voiceovers and the Gallagher kids running their own scams. [S11E1] This is Chicago!
: Their marital life begins on a rocky note as they clash over money and monogamy. Some critics felt this drama was forced and a "slap in the face" after years of building their relationship. : The episode leans heavily into the pandemic
Reviewers were divided on how the show handled its final season debut, particularly its heavy integration of the COVID-19 pandemic. : Their marital life begins on a rocky
The episode is the premiere of the 11th and final season of the American dramedy Shameless , which aired on December 6, 2020. Reviews for the episode were highly polarized, ranging from praise for its "old school" feel to criticism for being one of the series' "emptiest" entries. Critical Consensus