: Though the series premiered in 2011, the pilot was actually shot in December 2009 .
: The family scrambles to gather money for the electric bill while managing their chaotic individual lives. Production Context PilotShameless : Season 1 Episode 1
: Allison Janney originally played the role of Sheila Jackson in the unaired version of the pilot before Joan Cusack took over for the broadcast. Critical Reception : Though the series premiered in 2011, the
: As the eldest sibling, Fiona acts as the primary caregiver. Her life takes a turn when she meets Steve, a handsome stranger who rescues her stolen purse. Critical Reception : As the eldest sibling, Fiona
: Lip discovers his brother Ian is gay and unsuccessfully tries to "fix" him by setting him up with a neighbor, Karen Jackson.
: This pilot is a nearly shot-for-shot adaptation of the original UK series premiere .