Drugs Actually

"Drugs Actually" is the eleventh episode of the fifth season of the American television comedy drama Shameless, an adaptation of the British series of the same name. It is the 59th overall episode of the series and was written by executive producer Davey Holmes and directed by Mimi Leder. It originally aired on Showtime on March 29, 2015.

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, Ian faces a possible court-martial, while Frank is worried by Bianca's reckless behavior.

According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.43 million household viewers and gained a 0.6 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received critical acclaim, with critics praising the performances (particularly Monaghan and Macy), writing, character development, humor and tone.