Fans are all geared up for Shrinking Season 2's premiere date. As fans are eagerly looking forward to what happens next in the comedy-drama, Apple TV+ has announced that the beginning of the second season is slated for October 16, 2024.
Catch Shrinking exclusively on Apple TV+ when it drops worldwide. From the creative powers of Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein, comes this Emmy-nominated series, with Jason Segel and Harrison Ford. This season has 12 episodes with new installments dropping every Wednesday until December 25, 2024.
Now, let's get into the nitty-gritty of Shrinking Season 2.
Shrinking Season 2 plot and cast details
Shrinking Season 2 picks up where the dramatic finale of season one left off. Fans will remember that shocking conclusion involving Jimmy's patient, Grace, as she goes on a rampage against her seemingly abusive boyfriend. This might get Jimmy into trouble.
Though the show had kept things teetering on the possibility of legal retribution, co-creator Bill Lawrence has also dropped hints that Season 2 will instead be different in scope, saying "They're not gonna be in a courtroom," therefore opening the door to more personal drama rather than a legal showdown.
Yet, the trailer seems to draw more attention to Jimmy's inner turmoil rather than Grace's plotline. Since the death of his wife, mental health has repeatedly been a problem for Jimmy, and it would appear that in Season 2 he is slipping once more into depression.
His daughter, Alice (Lukita Maxwell) is worried while his intimate circle of friends and co-worker's friends rally around him, including Gaby (Jessica Williams) and Paul (Harrison Ford).
Screen Rant states that the new season will balance out Jimmy's professional and personal issues, something that will keep viewers on an emotionally charged ride - and funny at times.
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Fans of Shrinking might be excited to know that the show's main cast will return for Season 2. Jason Segel returns to reprise his role as the grieving therapist Jimmy Laird, while Harrison Ford is once again seen as Paul, Jimmy's cantankerous, but lovable colleague.
One more time, Jessica Williams will reprise her role as Gaby, albeit with an ordinary charm in the cast. New faces are also part of Shrinking Season 2. It has already been confirmed that the co-creator of this show, Brett Goldstein, who popularized Ted Lasso, will guest star in a yet unknown capacity.
Ashley Nicole Black, another Ted Lasso alum, is on board as well. Details about their character(s) are not available, but it's safe to say that much of the chatter has been due to their participation. Christa Miller (Liz), Michael Urie (Brian), and Lukita Maxwell (Alice) round up a fantastic core cast returning.
The chemistry between the lead actors, Segel and Ford, has been a hallmark at this point. Due to his active presence as Paul, Ford's performance has become "one of his best performances," according to Screen Rant, with those welcoming the veteran actor for his nuanced, often hilarious take on the role.
Where to watch and stream Shrinking Season 2?
To stream Shrinking Season 2, you will have to subscribe to Apple TV+. Internationally, new episodes will be available starting October 16, 2024.
New subscribers are eligible for the free 7-day trial, and at this time, the streaming service will cost $9.99 per month. If you are in a location geo-blocking the show, you would be able to get in via a VPN, for example, ExpressVPN.
Many devices can play Apple TV+, including but certainly not limited to, iPhones, iPads, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire TV, and smart TVs.
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