Shrinking

TV Series
2023–
10
33m

IMDb RATING

8.1/10

103K

YOUR RATING

POPULARITY

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A grieving therapist starts to tell his clients exactly what he thinks. Ignoring his training and ethics, he finds himself making huge changes to people's lives - including his own.A grieving therapist starts to tell his clients exactly what he thinks. Ignoring his training and ethics, he finds himself making huge changes to people's lives - including his own.A grieving therapist starts to tell his clients exactly what he thinks. Ignoring his training and ethics, he finds himself making huge changes to people's lives - including his own.

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IMDb RATING

8.1/10

103K

YOUR RATING

POPULARITY

136

See production info at IMDbPro

Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys
- 9 wins & 46 nominations total

Episodes23

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TopTop-rated3 seasons3 years

• 2023–2024

Jessica Williams

Gaby

• 2023–2024

Harrison Ford

Paul

• 2023–2026

Christa Miller

• 2023–2026

Luke Tennie

Sean

• 2023–2024

Michael Urie

Brian

• 2023–2024

Lukita Maxwell

Alice

• 2023–2024

Ted McGinley

Derek

• 2023–2024

Rachel Stubington

Summer

• 2023–2024

Devin Kawaoka

Charlie

• 2023–2024

Wendie Malick

Dr. Julie Baram

• 2023–2024

Heidi Gardner

Grace

• 2023–2024

Brett Goldstein

Louis

• 2024

Gavin Lewis

Connor

• 2023–2024

Lily Rabe

• 2023–2024

Lilan Bowden

• 2023–2024

Kimberly Condict

Wally

• 2023–2024

Kenajuan Bentley

• 2023–2024

User reviews402

8.1102.5K

Summary

Reviewers say 'Shrinking' is lauded for its humor, heartfelt moments, and strong performances by Jason Segel and Harrison Ford. The show's exploration of grief and mental health resonates with many, though some criticize its excessive profanity and reliance on clichés. Concerns about handling sensitive topics and character development are noted. Despite these issues, the show is often found enjoyable and relatable, particularly for those dealing with personal struggles.

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9vbvnzmjs

Not silly like other Apple TV+ offerings.

I've watched the first two episodes and I find them compelling. Part of the reason is that I found there was something reality based off a therapist who needs therapy and wants to break through to his patients to unexpectedly break through his own issues.

I also respect the way it is presented - he is not doing something that other therapists should do, and that is quite clear.

It hasn't gotten into the silly situations of other shows like Loot, but it's still early in the series and I'll continue watching it.

The show isn't for everyone. That being said, I enjoy the depth of the characters that don't seem like caricatures; they are people who I am interested in getting to know.

8northernpaladin

Comedy gold

This is fun pure and simple. Crisply written, great one liners, enough pathos to prevent it becoming Big Bang Theory for the middle classes, a joy to watch. Yes real therapists wouldn't behave like this but anyone with a functioning brain cell would know that so criticism from that perspective is just negativity for the sake of dragging the rating down. Are some of the characters stereotypes? Yes, but no offence is given and none should be taken, FYI, I worked with a gay guy who was exactly the stereotype shown here. The real success here is blending the seriousness of therapy and grief with the growing pains of life at different ages, stages and ways of life and making it dammed funny. Finally, who knew what a fine light comedy actor Harrison Ford is? A complete revelation and worth watching the show just for him.

9Rob1331

Already looking forward to next season

I actually really enjoyed Shrinking. It's about a grieving therapist (Jason Segal) who has enough and starts telling his patients exactly what he really thinks of them. What follows is a really funny series that will make you laugh out loud. The best part of the show are the interactions between Segal's character and Harrison Ford's character. This show has gotten nothing but great reviews for a reason. This show will no doubt be nominated for all kind of awards and deservingly so. It must be doing well because it's already gotten an early renewal for a second season. I can't wait to see more of this!

8Supermanfan-13

Really Enjoyed It

Shrinking was just as good as I had hoped for. First of all, as soon as I saw Harrison Ford and Jason Segal were starring in it I was already going to watch it but then after reading all the positive reviews and watching the trailer my excitement grew even more. Well, I just finished it and it not only met my expectations but surpassed them. I'm not saying it's the best show of the year but it's an original, feel good comedy that will make you laugh throughout each episode. I'd definitely recommend this but make sure you give yourself enough time to watch it because you're going to want to binge it as quickly as you can.

9aidan-buesing

Go watch it RIGHT NOW!!

This show slaps!! The characters have a lot of growth even in the first and second episode, the jokes are perfectly timed and executed, and all of the actors are doing a superb job! This is one of the best piolet episodes I've seen in quite a while! Harrison Ford does an amazing job in his supporting role and Jason Segal does a wonderful job playing a flawed, damaged character that is trying to be a better person and father. This is one of the best shows I have seen in a while! This show made me laugh like I haven't in a long time. As a psychology student this show is hilarious, and as a theatre student I can appreciate how great the script flows. I cannot understand the negative reviews as this is already one of my favorite shows after only two episodes. I hope the rest is as good!!

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Harrison Ford said, "This mixture of comedy and pathos and really emotional stuff, it gives you a sense of responsibility for the things you're communicating and how you're communicating. I think that that shows up on screen, and it shows up in the work these people do every day and how they do it. I had never done anything like this before and it was like suddenly recognizing what I've always wanted [acting] to be." He told Apple CEO Tim Cook "about the experience that I have with people who come up to me and say something about the show. And then I get to say something... and then they turn around and walk away. They do not want a picture. They do not want an autograph. They do not want to do anything. They just want to communicate that this means something to them. And it's an extraordinary experience in my life. That is a real thing. And it means the world to me."