‘Shrinking’ Season 3 premieres soon, here’s what you need to know
‘Shrinking’ Season 3 premieres soon, here’s what you need to know
The Apple TV comedy series will be back before the month is out, and we’ll give you more details on the show’s return here.
When “Shrinking” first launched on Apple TV, the premise seemed fairly simple: a comedy series based on a therapist who decides to start telling his clients what he really thinks they should do. But the show has grown into so much more in my opinion, becoming a series dedicated to proving that everyone is struggling with something unseen. It’s beautifully written and gracefully acted, and it’s returning to Apple TV in 2026. We’ll give you more details about Season 3 of “Shrinking” before its release below!
Everything you need to know about ‘Shrinking’ Season 3
When does ‘Shrinking’ Season 3 come out?
“Shrinking” Season 3 will release its first episode on Wednesday, Jan. 28. One new episode per week will debut on Apple TV until the finale on April 8.
Can you watch ‘Shrinking’ Season 3 for free?
Apple TV does indeed offer all new customers a seven-day free trial upon signup, so if you haven’t tried the service before, you will be able to watch the “Shrinking” Season 3 premiere free! After the trial, the streamer costs $13 per month for ad-free service.
Apple TV
Apple TV (formerly known as Apple TV+) is a subscription video streaming service for $14.99 per month, offering a growing slate of original series, films, documentaries, and specials. Unlike other platforms that combine licensed titles with originals, Apple TV is built entirely around exclusive programming, making it the home of critically acclaimed hits such as “Ted Lasso,” “Severance,” “The Morning Show,” and “Silo.” Its lineup continues to expand with award-winning dramas, comedies, family-friendly shows, and blockbuster original films like “CODA,” which won the Academy Award for Best Picture.
Watch a trailer for ‘Shrinking’ Season 3
What will happen in Season 3 of ‘Shrinking’?
“Shrinking” Season 3 will focus on moving forward, seeing Jimmy’s daughter Alice head off to college, and Paul attempting to navigate the new realities of his disease. Each character will have new changes to work through, and while they won’t all be easy, those changes will serve as a reminder that life is constantly moving forward — so move with it!
Who will star in ‘Shrinking’ Season 3?
“Shrinking” Season 3 will see the return of much of the show’s main cast, including Jason Segel as Jimmy, Jessica Williams as Gaby, Harrison Ford as Paul, Lukita Maxwell as Alice, Luke Tennie as Sean, Christa Miller as Liz, Ted McGinley as Derek, and Michael Urie as Brian.
Brett Goldstien will return as Louis, and Damon Wayans Jr. will be back to portray Derrick. Cobie Smulders is also back in Season 3 as Sofi, and joining the cast are Jeff Daniels as Jimmy’s father, Michael J. Fox, and Candice Bergen.
What happened in ‘Shrinking’ Season 2?
The overarching theme of “Shrinking” Season 2 was forgiveness. Therapist Jimmy Laird faces a very difficult journey, but finally finds some peace when he is able to forgive Louis — the man who killed his wife in a drunk driving accident. Coming to terms with the conflict in himself, Jimmy finally speaks with Louis and takes the first steps toward moving ahead with his life.
Jimmy’s colleague, Dr. Paul Rhoades, continues to battle his Parkinson’s disease, which begins to advance. This leaves him feeling vulnerable and unwilling to surrender his independence, and he cantankerously avoids his issues while attempting to advise Gaby on her people-pleasing. Meanwhile, Sean moves out of Jimmy’s house and tries to face his relationship with his father, while Liz and Derek see their marriage tested.
Shrinking
Jimmy is struggling to grieve the loss of his wife while being a dad, friend, and therapist. He decides to try a new approach with everyone in his path: unfiltered, brutal honesty. Will it make things better—or unleash uproarious chaos?