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7.5/10 163 votes
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The story of a young group of siblings pretty much abandoned by their parents, surviving by their wits - and humor - on a rough Manchester council estate. Whilst they won't admit it, they need help and find it in Steve, a young middle class lad who falls for Fiona, the oldest sibling, and increasingly finds himself drawn to this unconventional and unique family. Anarchic family life seen through the eyes of an exceptionally bright fifteen year old, who struggles to come of age in the context of his belligerent father, closeted brother, psychotic sister and internet porn star neighbors.

Created by:
Paul Abbott
Cast:
David Threlfall, Nicky Evans, Rebecca Atkinson, Tina Malone
Language:
English
Network:
Channel 4

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Seasons

12 available

Series 9

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Episode 1

★ 7.0

Episode 1

2012-01-09 · 58m

The dysfunction Gallagher family returns, but all is not well on the Chatsworth Estate. Half of Frank's neighbours are evicted from their homes as part of Operation New Start, a multi-agency crackdown on the estate's benefits culture. Jamie and Karen become the reluctant leaders of the resistance when the evictees turn to them for help, but while things look bleak for everyone else, Jackson's future appears brighter than ever.

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Episode 2

★ 8.0

Episode 2

2012-01-10 · 58m

Not everyone is pleased to see Carl after he shows up on the estate as a qualified policeman. Jackson finds himself being accused of falsely claiming benefits, resulting in the loss of his job which throws his marriage into chaos. Frank is given the job of becoming a double agent, so that he can get information from Carmen about the future plans for the estate. The residents end up agreeing to a deal with Carmen to save the estate. Kelly loses her baby.

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Episode 3

★ 4.0

Episode 3

2012-01-17 · 46m

Mimi and Billy decide to have an open marriage. Patty and Lillian's funeral mourning brings them some unwanted attention. Kelly can't grieve and and ends up losing control.

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Episode 4

★ 8.5

Episode 4

2012-01-24 · 47m

Micky ends up becoming the victim of a gay bashing, leaving him mentally and physically scarred whilst enjoying a night out with the boys. Carl falls for Clem on the night out. Aidan has a new group of older friends, headed by gang leader Frasier Kane. Events end up spiraling out of control one evening on the estate and Aidan is faced with a life-changing decision. Ruby Hepburn shows up on the estate and is revealed as being Mimi's niece.

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Episode 5

★ 8.5

Episode 5

2012-01-31 · 60m

Somebody from Jamie's past arrives on the estate, looking for a favour to be returned. D.S. Brooks, is currently suspended pending some serious charges and Jamie doesn't know if he can go through with what he wants and the safety of his family ends up being in the balance. Aidan skips school after he is haunted with nightmares about his doing nothing to stop Frasier attacking his school teacher. After Frasier turns his attention to Letitia, Aidan ends up feeling like he has no choice but to act. Micky has to deal with a life-changing decision after a debt collection goes badly wrong.

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Episode 6

★ 8.0

Episode 6

2012-02-07 · 47m

Jackson agrees to help Shane on a robbery job at a supermarket. Gloria's brother Dominic, a whisky preist, causes mayhem on the estate. Chesney regrets making a comment about Carl's girlfriend Clem.

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Episode 7

★ 8.0

Episode 7

2012-02-14 · 47m

Everyone is really worried about Kelly. Marty is still grieving about the loss of the baby, Kelly is punishing herself physically and mentally and is spiralling out of control. Karen ends up making a bet with Dom. Avril becomes worried after she sees her colleague Calum dispensing incorrect medication at the chemist.

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Episode 8

★ 8.0

Episode 8

2012-02-21 · 47m

Times are difficult and Marty and Aidan attempt to redirect a power line to the Gallagher House so that they can use free electricity. The girls gather at the Maguire house and as the drink starts to flow, hidden truths are revealed. Jamie agrees to a lock in for the guys at the pub where Frank accepts the challenge to re-enact The Hare and the Tortoise. Chesney attempts to protect the shop but pushes himself too far in the process.

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Episode 9

★ 8.5

Episode 9

2012-02-28 · 47m

When Chesney arrives home from hospital, he finds his cousin Toof waiting there for him. After he reveals his plan to close the shop and take Chesney back to Bradford, Chesney refuses to agree to it. Chesney decides that it is time for him to strike out on his own and live life to the full.

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Episode 10

★ 8.5

Episode 10

2012-03-06 · 46m

Jamie and Shane come up with a plan to steal a stash of scratch cards from the Lottery rooms in Manchester. Frank ends up being recruited along with Aidan and Ruby but things don't go to plan. Letitia and her friends form a girl group. Karen is determined to prove to Mimi that she can handle the Maguire business in Jamie's absence.

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Episode 11

★ 4.0

Episode 11

2012-03-13 · 47m

Jamie is scared that Karen may uncover the truth about what happened with Gloria. Ruby wants to be accepted as part of the Maguire family while Aidan is fed up with being treated like the idiot child.

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Cast

David Threlfall

David Threlfall

Frank Gallagher

Nicky Evans

Nicky Evans

Shane Maguire

Rebecca Atkinson

Rebecca Atkinson

Karen Maguire

Tina Malone

Tina Malone

Mimi Maguire

Aaron McCusker

Aaron McCusker

Jamie Maguire

Qasim Akhtar

Qasim Akhtar

Chesney Karib

Alice Barry

Alice Barry

Lillian Tyler

Robbie Conway

Aidan Croker

Karen Bryson

Karen Bryson

Avril Powell

Kira Martin

Letitia Powell

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