The season holds a remarkably low 20% critic score , reflecting a sharp drop from earlier years.
Reviewers noted that the show lost its central "gravitational force" without Fiona. The attempts to have Debbie step up as the new matriarch met with mixed-to-negative reception, with many finding her character increasingly unlikeable. Shameless US - Season 10
Critics felt the show had become "aimless," often recycling old character beats—such as Lip’s self-sabotage—rather than finding new ground. Season Highlights The season holds a remarkably low 20% critic