Originally intended as one 22-episode block but split into two distinct series.
| Series | Original Air Date | Number of Episodes | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | 1 | 2004 | 7 | | 2 | 2005 | 10 | | 3 | 2006 | 8 | | 4 | 2007 | 8 | | 5 | 2008-2009 | 16 | | 6 | 2010 | 8 | | 7 | 2011 | 8 | | 8 | 2012 | 8 | | 9 | 2012-2013 | 8 | | 10 | 2013 | 8 | | 11 | 2013 | 8 |
Unlike many American shows with fixed season lengths, the UK series varied significantly in its episode count over its decade-long run. Key Narrative Shift 2004–2005
Shameless UK received widespread critical acclaim and won several awards, including:
