Shows like Shameless
Looking for shows that are like Shameless? Take a look at these great shows sorted by online popularity today.
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    1. Breaking Bad

    #21 most popular show yesterday

    While it leans more towards the drama and thriller genres, Breaking Bad presents Walter White's descent into criminality to provide for his family after a terminal cancer diagnosis. Its deep character studies and moral complexities might appeal to those who enjoy the darker elements of Shameless.

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    2. Six Feet Under

    #377 most popular show yesterday

    This series focuses on the personal and professional lives of the Fisher family, who run a funeral home in Los Angeles. With its dark humor and exploration of complicated family dynamics, Six Feet Under offers a tonally similar experience to Shameless.

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    3. Orange Is the New Black

    #453 most popular show yesterday

    From the creator of Weeds, this edgy drama with comedic elements dives into the lives of women in a minimum-security federal prison. Fans of Shameless may appreciate the complex characters and the exploration of societal issues through personal stories.

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    4. Californication

    #800 most popular show yesterday

    Following the life of hedonistic writer Hank Moody, Californication delves deep into themes of sex, addiction, and family dysfunction. The show's raw portrayal of a flawed protagonist trying to juggle his career, family, and vices may resonate with Shameless fans.

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    5. Weeds

    #1,012 most popular show yesterday

    This dark comedy series revolves around Nancy Botwin, a widowed mother who turns to selling marijuana to maintain her family's suburban lifestyle. Like Shameless, it showcases a dysfunctional family navigating a life of crime and morally ambiguous situations, often with humor and heart.

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    6. Flaked

    #1,847 most popular show yesterday

    This dramedy centers on Chip, a self-help guru who isn't quite as recovered from his alcoholism as he'd like everyone to believe. Like Shameless, Flaked deals with themes of addiction, self-destruction, and the struggle to find redemption and personal growth.