Apple TV+’s popular comedy Shrinking is gearing up for its highly anticipated Shrinking Season 2, once again starring the incredible Harrison Ford and Jason Segel.
The show centers around Jimmy Laird (Segel), a therapist who’s grappling with the loss of his wife. Struggling with his own grief, Jimmy starts to break the conventional rules of therapy, offering his patients blunt, heartfelt advice that leads to unexpected changes in their lives. Shrinking first premiered on Apple TV+ on January 23, 2023.
Shrinking Season 2 Release Date: When Can We Expect It?
In March 2023, Apple TV+ confirmed that Shrinking would be renewed for a second season.
Created by Jason Segel, Bill Lawrence, and Brett Goldstein, the show quickly garnered praise from both critics and fans. With a 91% rating from critics and 87% from the audience on Rotten Tomatoes, it has clearly resonated with a wide audience.
Apple TV+ programming head Matt Cherniss expressed his admiration for the series, calling it “wonderful to watch” and acknowledging its positive reception across the board.
The release date for Shrinking Season 2 on Apple TV+ is still up in the air.
In an update via Instagram, Jessica Williams, who plays Gaby, revealed that the production for the second season is expected to kick off “in the new year.”
Season 1 of Shrinking kicked off filming in April 2022 and wrapped up by August 2022, making its debut on Apple TV+ in January 2023.
If filming for Season 2 begins in January 2024, we can expect production to finish by May 2024, following a similar timeline to the first season.
Given that it took about five months between production wrapping up and the premiere of Season 1, it’s likely that Shrinking Season 2 could be released around October 2024.
Shrinking Season 2 Cast : Which Characters Are Coming Back?
Shrinking features a talented ensemble cast, and many key actors are set to return for Season 2.
Jason Segel and Harrison Ford will reprise their roles as Jimmy Laird and Dr. Paul Rhoades. Jessica Williams will also be back as Gaby, continuing her impactful role on the show.
Since Jimmy is still working on repairing his relationship with his daughter, Lukita Maxwell is expected to return as Alice.
Other returning cast members include Michael Urie as Brian, Jimmy’s supportive best friend, Christa Miller as his quirky neighbor Liz, and Lily Rabe as Paul’s daughter, Meg.
Given the dramatic turn of events involving Grace in the season finale, it’s likely that Heidi Gardner will return as well for Season 2.
Here’s a breakdown of the cast expected to return in Shrinking Season 2:
Here’s a jumbled sequence of the cast:
- Luke Tennie – Sean
- Harrison Ford – Paul
- Jessica Williams – Gaby
- Lily Rabe – Meg
- Heidi Gardner – Grace
- Ted McGinley – Derek
- Michael Urie – Brian
- Jason Segel – Jimmy Laird
- Christa Miller – Liz
- Lukita Maxwell – Alice
What to Expect in Shrinking Season 2?
The season finale of Shrinking left audiences with some major twists that are sure to shape the story in Season 2.
One of the most shocking moments came when Grace pushed Donny off a cliff, resulting in his death. Her drastic actions were triggered by Jimmy’s advice to stand up for herself and no longer tolerate her abusive husband.
The big question now is whether Jimmy will face any fallout for encouraging Grace’s behavior. This mystery will unfold as the story progresses.
Bill Lawrence, the co-creator of Shrinking, shared in a March 2023 interview with Collider that the characters won’t be heading to a courtroom in the upcoming season. He also hinted that the main focus of Season 2 will be unveiled early, specifically in the opening episode, thanks to a key moment involving Harrison Ford’s character.
Season 2 of Shrinking will likely explore themes of moving forward, building on the grief from Season 1. The consequences of Grace’s actions, particularly her drastic decision, will continue to impact the characters.
Co-creator Bill Lawrence confirmed that the show is planned with a three-season arc, with a clear beginning, middle, and end. In the upcoming season, storylines will focus on Jimmy and Alice’s relationship, Gaby’s growing feelings for Jimmy, and Paul’s troubled bond with his daughter.
