The F Word (Shameless)

"The F Word" is the third 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 63rd overall episode of the series and was written by executive producer Krista Vernoff and directed by Nisha Ganatra. It originally aired on Showtime on January 24, 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 debates on her new discovery, while Lip gets Ian a new job at college.

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 highly positive reviews from critics, with Emmy Rossum receiving particular praise for her performance.