Shrinkinghas been renewed for season 3 only one day after the season 2 premiere’s streaming debut. The Apple TV+ comedy series starring Jason Segel, Harrison Ford, and Jessica Williamshas been a critically acclaimed streaming hitas it follows therapist Jimmy Laird (Segel) telling his patients what he really thinks about their problems while dealing with his own struggles. The genuinely funny and heartfelt comedy’s success made the series seem poised to continue withShrinkingseason 3.
As revealed by Segel at theNew York Comic Conpanel whereScreen Rantwas in attendance,Apple TV+ has renewedShrinkingfor season 3, as the stories of Jimmy and his loved ones continue to unfold. Brett Goldstein, who co-created the series along with Segel and Bill Lawrence and has joined season 2 as a guest star, was part of the show’s NYCC panel where the renewal was announced. Check out comments from Lawrence and Apple TV+ Head of Programming Matt Cherniss below:
Bill Lawrence: I’m so lucky to work on “Shrinking” with actors, writers and a crew so talented that they all elevate the material. I’m even luckier that they are people I’d want to spend time with anyway. Huge thanks to Apple TV+ and Warner Bros. for the amazing partnership and support. So grateful we get to keep making this show. Onward!
Matt Cherniss: It has been wonderful to watch audiences around the world fall in love with the memorable characters and rich world that Bill, Brett and Jason have created in “Shrinking.” We are incredibly excited for viewers to see where life takes Jimmy, Paul, Liz, Gabby, Alice, Sean, Brian and Derek,next as they continue on their moving, heartwarming and very funny journey in season three.
What This Means For Shrinking
Shrinking Will Not Be Cut Short
At a time when many streaming series are being prematurely canceled,it is a relief to know thatShrinkinghas already been renewed for season 3. The announcement coming only a day after the season 2 premiere demonstrates the enormous confidence that Apple TV+ has in the series. Lawrence and Goldstein’s central involvement certainly helps with this, following the important roles they played in creatingTed Lasso, which, along withShrinking, is among the most successfulApple TV+ shows.
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Lawrence previously shared that he envisioned season 3 as the ending forShrinking, which follows in the footsteps ofTed Lassohaving three seasons.With season 3 now officially confirmed,Shrinkingwill be able to tell its full storyas Jimmy continues to help his patients with his unorthodox approach and as he, his daughter, Alice (Lukita Maxwell), and their loved ones continue to grapple with the loss of Tia (Lilan Bowden). The three-season story ensures that the Apple TV+ series will have a proper beginning, middle, and end.
Our Take On Shrinking Season 3
ShrinkingDeserves Its Renewal
Shrinking’s talented castand well-written story have made it easy to be invested in Jimmy, Alice, Paul (Harrison Ford), Gaby (Williams), Sean (Luke Tennie), and the rest of the characters.It is heartening to know that these characters' stories will be completed, with more laughs and emotional breakthroughs ahead in the series. All the central characters, and many of the supporting players, have grown significantly sinceShrinkingbegan, with that growth continuing throughout season 2, and now into season 3.
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In this series, a therapist grappling with personal tragedy begins to employ a radically candid approach with his clients and in his personal life. As he navigates his roles as a father, friend, and professional, his newfound method leads to unexpected consequences and self-discovery.
