| "Fuck Paying It Forward" | |
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| Shameless episode | |
| Episode no. | Season 8 Episode 4 |
| Directed by | Regina King |
| Written by | Dominique Morisseau |
| Cinematography by | Kevin McKnight |
| Editing by | Russell Denove |
| Original release date | November 26, 2017 |
| Running time | 53 minutes |
| Guest appearances | |
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"Fuck Paying It Forward" is the fourth episode of the eighth season of the American television comedy drama Shameless, an adaptation of the British series of the same name. It is the 88th overall episode of the series and was written by co-producer Dominique Morisseau and directed by Regina King. It originally aired on Showtime on November 26, 2017.
The series is set on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois, and depicts the poor, dysfunctional family of Frank Gallagher, a neglectful single father of six: Fiona, Phillip, Ian, Debbie, Carl, and Liam. He spends his days drunk, high, or in search of money, while his children need to learn to take care of themselves. In the episode, Fiona is shaken when Sean returns in her life, while Frank decides to be more active in Liam's life.
According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.59 million household viewers and gained a 0.61 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received mostly positive reviews from critics, who praised the character development and humor in the episode.