Doctor: Uh, we’d like you to participate in our medical study.

Frank Gallagher: Your what?

Doctor: In my whole career, I’ve never seen such a spectacular display of alcoholism.

Frank Gallagher: Thank you.

Doctor: Would you be able to abstain from alcohol for two weeks?

Frank Gallagher: No.

Doctor: We could offer you $3,000.

Frank Gallagher: Yes.

From Shameless – Season 1 Episode 8: ‘It’s Time to Kill the Turtle’ (1×08) | Produced by Showtime