Shrinking season 3: Everything we know so far

Ahead of the conclusion of the show's second season, Apple TV has renewed Shrinking season 3, much to fans' excitement. The announcement was first made public by Apple TV+ Press on October 17, 2024. However, prior to the official announcement, the renewal was mentioned at the New York Comic Con by the show's actors.

Shrinking season 3 is expected to feature Jason Segel and Harrison Ford. The show's third installment might feature Jessica Williams, Luke Tennie, Lukita Maxwell, Michael Urie, Christa Miller, and Ted McGinley. The show does not have a release date as of yet, however, based on its history and timeline, it is anticipated to premiere somewhere in mid-2025.

The plot is expected to expand on the relationships between different characters in the show. It is also expected to focus on Jimmy Laird's personal healing journey and his efforts to assist others in their healing process.

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Shrinking season 3 is officially happening

On October 17, 2024, Apple TV+ Press announced that season 3 of Shrinking has been confirmed. The announcement came not long after it was revealed at the New York Comic Con that the show would be renewed. During the event, co-creator and executive producer Bill Lawrence expressed his gratitude towards his teammates on the show while also showing a bit of excitement. He said,

“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!”

The head of programming for Apple TV+, Matt Cherniss also did not hold back on expressing his excitement towards the news and said,

"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'. "

He added,

"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.”

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A brief recap of Shrinking season 2 so far

Despite Shrinking season 2 not having come to its conclusion, there are a few interesting plots that are being explored this season of the show, that need to be highlighted.

For instance, the plot surrounding Grace who was reprimanded for attacking her abusive husband Donny came to a close with the former being finally released from police custody. After her release from confinement, however, she returned to her husband. Shortly after, Brian helped her realize the situation and convinced her to leave Donny and move in with her sister.

Another storyline that was explored in the recent episodes of the show involved Alice attempting to contact her mother's killer. Although Jimmy, her father, warned her against it, Alice secretly arranged to meet Louis, the drunk driver who caused her mother's death and who now works at a coffee shop. Unsurprisingly, the meeting did not go well, and Alice ended up hurling a ton of abuses at him.

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What to expect in Shrinking season 3?

Although it is too early to think about what Shrinking season 3 could be about, there are a few things the audiences can anticipate based on the developments of the show this season so far.

For starters, Grace's life after getting rid of her toxic past could be a subject matter for much of Shrinking season 3. Aside from that, the season could also feature Alice working through her feelings about her mother's killer, guiding herself toward healing and recovery.

Besides, other potential storylines in Shrinking season 3 might examine Paul's battle with Parkinson's, examining how the condition impacts his mental and physical health, along with its effects on his relationships, particularly with Julie.

Shrinking season 3, like its previous seasons, will focus on Jimmy's healing journey which is at the heart of the show.

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The first three episodes of Shrinking season 2 are currently streaming on Apple TV Plus.