[s11e1] This Is Chicago! File

: 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.

: Conversely, TV Fanatic gave it a low 1.5/5 stars , calling it uneven and "empty." Other reviewers on IMDb criticized the writing as "lazy" and "tired," specifically citing inconsistent character ages and implausible plot points. Key Plot Points & Reception [S11E1] This is Chicago!

Reviewers were divided on how the show handled its final season debut, particularly its heavy integration of the COVID-19 pandemic. : Critics from Telltale TV gave it 4/5

: Carl’s transition to the police academy received mixed feedback. A particular training scene involving controversial advice on shooting suspects was criticized for being "on the nose" and unfunny satire. : Carl’s transition to the police academy received

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