Shrinking (Season 1)

Breakdown. Breakthrough.

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.

Coin Flip (Episode 1) 7.0
Writer: Brett Goldstein
Air date: 2023-01-26
Runtime: 38 min
Overview: Jimmy, a therapist mourning his wife, takes a more proactive approach with his patients in the hopes that helping them will help himself.
Fortress of Solitude (Episode 2) 6.9
Writer: Brett Goldstein
Air date: 2023-01-26
Runtime: 32 min
Overview: To get Sean out of legal trouble, Jimmy reconnects with his estranged best friend—while trying to hide it all from Paul.
Fifteen Minutes (Episode 3) 7.2
Writer: Brian Gallivan
Air date: 2023-02-02
Runtime: 31 min
Overview: Jimmy witnesses Gaby in a compromising situation. Paul advises Alice on how to deal with her grief while facing a loss of his own.
Potatoes (Episode 4) 7.2
Writer: Rachna Fruchbom
Air date: 2023-02-09
Runtime: 34 min
Overview: As things spiral at work, Jimmy confronts Liz for interfering in his life. Paul struggles with whether to tell his daughter his diagnosis.
Woof (Episode 5) 7.4
Writer: Bill Posley
Air date: 2023-02-16
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: When Jimmy hits a roadblock with Sean, he doesn’t have Paul to consult for advice. Brian makes an announcement about his relationship.
Imposter Syndrome (Episode 6) 7.6
Writer: Annie Mebane
Air date: 2023-02-23
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: At Alice’s urging, Jimmy agrees to host a party. Gaby struggles with her post-divorce libido. Liz recommends medical marijuana to Paul.
Apology Tour (Episode 7) 7.5
Writer: Brett Goldstein
Air date: 2023-03-02
Runtime: 30 min
Overview: Jimmy attempts damage control after his party. Paul’s daughter pays another visit. Liz and Sean discover they have something in common.
Boop (Episode 8) 7.0
Writer: Wally Baram
Air date: 2023-03-09
Runtime: 29 min
Overview: Paul and Brian come to Jimmy’s aid when Alice starts acting out. Liz and Sean support Gaby by accompanying her to an event.
Moving Forward (Episode 9) 6.6
Writer: Sofi Selig
Air date: 2023-03-16
Runtime: 36 min
Overview: Jimmy encourages an ambivalent Paul to accept a career achievement award. Sean approaches Liz with a business proposal.
Closure (Episode 10) 6.9
Writer: Neil Goldman
Air date: 2023-03-23
Runtime: 34 min
Overview: As Brian's wedding approaches, Alice takes issue with how Jimmy is living his life. Liz learns a secret.