Series synopsis
Shrinking is an American drama comedy television series that premiered on Apple TV on January 26, 2023. It was created by Brett Goldstein, Jason Segel, Bill Lawrence. It stars Jason Segel, Harrison Ford, Jessica Williams and Luke Tennie.
Jimmy is struggling to grieve the loss of his wife while being a dad, friend, and therapist. He decides to try a new approach with everyone in his path: unfiltered, brutal honesty. Will it make things better—or unleash uproarious chaos?
Premise
Jimmy is struggling to grieve the loss of his wife while being a dad, friend, and therapist. He decides to try a new approach with everyone in his path: unfiltered, brutal honesty. Will it make things better—or unleash uproarious chaos?
Premise: Moving forward, together.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Jason Segel as Jimmy
- Harrison Ford as Dr. Paul Rhodes
- Jessica Williams as Gaby
- Luke Tennie as Sean
- Michael Urie as Brian
- Lukita Maxwell as Alice
- Christa Miller as Liz
- Ted McGinley as Derek
Guest cast
- Cobie Smulders as Sofi
- Heidi Gardner as Grace
- Lilan Bowden as Tia
- Mike C. Nelson as Dan
- Matt Knudsen as Steven
- Ashley Elyse Rogers as Kiara
- Rosslyn Luke as Sarah
- Kimberly Condict as Wally
- Tilky Jones as Donny
- Daniel Dasent as Biker
- Keenan Henson as Bully
- Devin Kawaoka as Charlie
Episodes
This series spans 4 seasons with 34 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 0 | 1 | January 27, 2023 | January 27, 2023 |
| Season 1 | 10 | January 26, 2023 | March 23, 2023 |
| Season 2 | 12 | October 15, 2024 | December 23, 2024 |
| Season 3 | 11 | January 27, 2026 | April 8, 2026 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Inside Shrinking A short introduction to the series with interviews with the cast. |
January 27, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Coin Flip Jimmy, a therapist mourning his wife, takes a more proactive approach with his patients in the hopes that helping them will help himself. |
January 26, 2023 |
| 2 |
Fortress of Solitude To get Sean out of legal trouble, Jimmy reconnects with his estranged best friend—while trying to hide it all from Paul. |
January 26, 2023 |
| 3 |
Fifteen Minutes Jimmy witnesses Gaby in a compromising situation. Paul advises Alice on how to deal with her grief while facing a loss of his own. |
February 2, 2023 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Jimmying Jimmy grapples with his guilt over Grace. Paul makes a decision about his relationship. Liz tries to help Gaby find balance in her busy life. |
October 15, 2024 |
| 2 |
I Love Pain Paul and Jimmy disagree about Sean's treatment plan. Gaby's sister asks for her help. Liz has an idea for boosting business at the food truck. |
October 15, 2024 |
| 3 |
Psychological Something-ism Jimmy and Brian help Grace deal with unexpected news. Paul and Julie face her past. Liz worries she's come between Sean and his dad. |
October 22, 2024 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
My Bad Jimmy grapples with being an empty nester and feeling torn about Alice's major life choice. Paul faces fresh challenges with his Parkinson's. |
January 27, 2026 |
| 2 |
Happiness Mission The gang unites to support Paul during a health setback. Jimmy and Alice help Louis take a big step. Liz and Derek make a tough choice. |
February 3, 2026 |
| 3 |
D-Day Jimmy and Liz show up for Brian and Charlie when Ava goes into labor. Sean reconnects with his ex Marisol. |
February 10, 2026 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Apple TV |
|---|---|
| First aired | January 26, 2023 |
| Last aired | April 7, 2026 |
| Status | Returning Series |
| Schedule | Wednesday |