Shrinking Season 3: Renewal Updates and What to Expect

Apple TV+ has officially confirmed that Shrinking will return for its highly anticipated third season. This popular comedy series centers on the character of Jimmy Laird, portrayed by Jason Segel. A dedicated psychotherapist at the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center, Jimmy’s life takes a drastic turn following the tragic loss of his wife, Tia, in a car accident, leading him to adopt unconventional methods in handling his therapy practice.

While his unique approach allows him to gain valuable insights into his patients’ struggles, it also results in a range of unforeseen complications. This contrast is especially evident when comparing Jimmy’s freestyle methods with those of his mentor, Dr. Paul Rhoades (played by Harrison Ford), a seasoned therapist who is managing the challenges of Parkinson’s disease.

The announcement regarding the renewal of Shrinking for a third season occurred on October 17 at the 2024 New York Comic Con, during a panel event featuring stars including Jason Segel, Brett Goldstein, Jessica Williams, Christa Miller, Michael Urie, Luke Tennie, Ted McGinley, and Lukita Maxwell.

Filming for Shrinking Season 3 to Commence in 2025

In a discussion with Collider’s Steve Weintraub, Brett Goldstein revealed that filming for Shrinking season 3 is slated to begin in 2025. Prior to this, pre-production has been ongoing for several months, with Goldstein expressing relief about the announcement, stating:

“We’ve been writing it for the last three months, so the fact that the announcement came, it was like, ‘Well, thank f*ck we haven’t been wasting all that time.’

To date, Shrinking has aired on Apple TV+ for two seasons, with the inaugural season debuting on January 27, 2023, followed by the second season on October 16, 2024. The premiere date for season 3 remains unconfirmed.

The narrative of the first two seasons explores Jimmy’s transformation as a therapist following the upheaval brought on by his wife’s tragic passing. Struggling with grief, Jimmy immerses himself more deeply in his therapy practice, employing increasingly bold strategies to assist his patients.

Continuing Jimmy’s Journey in Season 3

By the conclusion of season 1, Jimmy’s blending of his personal and professional lives results in far-reaching consequences. A striking example of this is his client, Grace, who ends up pushing her abusive spouse off a cliff, which leads to her arrest for attempted murder.

The impact of Jimmy’s methods can also be observed in his work with Sean, a military veteran who seeks counseling for anger management. Sean forms new friendships through Jimmy, but many are part of Jimmy’s own social network, thereby creating a conflict that ultimately drives him to seek therapy from Paul.

Additionally, Jimmy faces challenges in his personal life due to a casual relationship with his coworker, Gaby. In season 2, episode 2, it becomes clear that Jimmy is aware of the detrimental effects their affair is having on Gaby, showcasing a selfish and manipulative side that she confronts him about.

The upcoming season 3 of Shrinking will continue from the story’s current developments following season 2. According to a report from Deadline on October 15, season 2 will wrap up on Christmas Day, December 25. Viewers can look forward to the remaining episodes of season 2 to see how various storylines will evolve into season 3.

The first two seasons of Shrinking are available for streaming on Apple TV+.

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