Going Once, Going Twice (Shameless)

"Going Once, Going Twice"
Shameless episode
Episode no.Season 6
Episode 4
Directed byChristopher Chulack
Written byDavey Holmes
Produced by
  • Terri Murphy
  • Princess Nash
Cinematography byKevin McKnight
Editing byJohn M. Valerio
Original release dateJanuary 31, 2016 (2016-01-31)
Running time57 minutes
Guest appearances
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"Going Once, Going Twice" is the fourth episode of the sixth season of the American television comedy drama Shameless, an adaptation of the British series of the same name. It is the 64th overall episode of the series and was written by executive producer Davey Holmes and directed by executive producer Christopher Chulack. It originally aired on Showtime on January 31, 2016.

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 tries to prevent the family's eviction, while Ian visits a firehouse to meet the man who saved him.

According to Nielsen Media Research, the episode was seen by an estimated 1.70 million household viewers and gained a 0.7 ratings share among adults aged 18–49. The episode received positive reviews from critics, who expressed surprise with the episode's ending.