Shrinking

An American comedy-drama television series from 2023, created by Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel, and Brett Goldstein, follows Jimmy Laird (Jason Segel), a therapist who, after the death of his wife, begins to breach professional boundaries by candidly sharing his thoughts with his patients. His unorthodox approach leads to significant changes in the lives of his patients and himself. The series also stars Harrison Ford (Dr. Paul Rhoades), Jessica Williams (Gaby), Christa Miller (Liz), Michael Urie (Brian), Luke Tennie (Sean), Lukita Maxwell (Alice), and Ted McGinley (Derek). The narrative focuses on Jimmy's struggle with grief, his attempts to reconnect with his teenage daughter Alice, and his interactions with colleagues and patients. The show explores themes of loss, parenting, friendship, and personal growth, blending humor with emotional depth. Premiering on January 27, 2023, on Apple TV+, the series received positive reviews for its performances, writing, and nuanced handling of complex topics. It was renewed for a second season in March 2023, which premiered on October 16, 2024, and for a third season, with filming commencing in February 2025. The first season garnered two Emmy nominations: Outstanding Lead Actor in a Comedy Series for Segel and Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for Williams. Harrison Ford also received nominations at the Critics' Choice and TCA Awards for his performance.