Fair rating?Shameless· Season 4 · Episode 8
Hope Springs Paternal
Fiona rids the house of all suspicious items to prepare for a visit from her probation officer, but her efforts aren't appreciated by Debbie and Carl. Meanwhile, Ian gets kicked out of Mickey's house by a hammer-wielding Svetlana and makes a long-awaited return to the Gallagher house.
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#4In Season 4of 12 rated episodes
#60All-timeof 134 rated episodes
+0.1vs season avgSeason 4 averages 8.0
2014First airedMarch 9, 2014
Guest stars
Emily Berglas Sammi Slott
Regina Kingas Officer Gayle Johnson
Michael Patrick McGillas Tommy
Jim Hoffmasteras Kermit
Isidora Goreshteras Svetlana Yevgenivna
Vanessa Bell Callowayas Carol Fisher
Nichole Sakuraas Amanda
James Allen McCuneas Matty Baker
Adam Cagleyas Ron Kuzner
Nick Gehlfussas Robbie Pratt
Lidia Portoas Rosa Ramirez
Ralph P. Martinas Gun Salesman
Megan Murphyas College Girl
Kellen Michaelas Chuckie SlottCrew
Mimi LederDirectorSheila CallaghanWriter
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