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The Best Episodes of Shrinking

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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

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    Shrinking Season 2 Episode 12 - The Last Thanksgiving
    9.3/10(2808 votes)

    #1 - The Last Thanksgiving

    S2:E12

    Jimmy takes Paul's advice about Alice. Liz finally finds her purpose. Gaby hosts Thanksgiving dinner.

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  2. Shrinking Season 3 Episode 1 - My Bad
    8.9/10(1039 votes)

    #2 - My Bad

    S3:E1

    Jimmy grapples with being an empty nester and feeling torn about Alice's major life choice. Paul faces fresh challenges with his Parkinson's.

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  3. Shrinking Season 2 Episode 8 - Last Drink
    8.7/10(1812 votes)

    #3 - Last Drink

    S2:E8

    Jimmy faces Alice's secret. Liz and Derek are at a crossroads. Paul worries about his health.

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  4. Shrinking Season 2 Episode 11 - The Drugs Don't Work
    8.6/10(1647 votes)

    #4 - The Drugs Don't Work

    S2:E11

    Paul encourages Jimmy to seek help. Brian and Derek take Sean to look for a new place. Gaby struggles with her guest list for Thanksgiving.

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  5. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 10 - Closure
    8.3/10(2440 votes)

    #5 - Closure

    S1:E10

    As Brian's wedding approaches, Alice takes issue with how Jimmy is living his life. Liz learns a secret.

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  6. Shrinking Season 2 Episode 6 - In a Lonely Place
    8.3/10(1693 votes)

    #6 - In a Lonely Place

    S2:E6

    Paul and Jimmy look for Sean's dad. Gaby tries to keep Liz from sinking. Alice is surprised to find out who Brian has been spending time with.

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  8. Shrinking Season 2 Episode 10 - Changing Patterns
    8.3/10(1528 votes)

    #7 - Changing Patterns

    S2:E10

    Jimmy tries to give Alice the perfect 18th birthday. Paul helps Gaby with a huge decision.

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  9. Shrinking Season 3 Episode 2 - Happiness Mission
    8.3/10(410 votes)

    #8 - Happiness Mission

    S3:E2

    The gang unites to support Paul during a health setback. Jimmy and Alice help Louis take a big step. Liz and Derek make a tough choice.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 6 - Imposter Syndrome
    8.2/10(2634 votes)

    #9 - Imposter Syndrome

    S1:E6

    At Alice’s urging, Jimmy agrees to host a party. Gaby struggles with her post-divorce libido. Liz recommends medical marijuana to Paul.

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  11. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 9 - Moving Forward
    8.1/10(2285 votes)

    #10 - Moving Forward

    S1:E9

    Jimmy encourages an ambivalent Paul to accept a career achievement award. Sean approaches Liz with a business proposal.

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  12. Shrinking Season 2 Episode 4 - Made You Look
    8.1/10(1619 votes)

    #11 - Made You Look

    S2:E4

    Paul challenges Jimmy to show restraint with Sean. Derek introduces Gaby to a friend. Liz advises Brian about parenthood.

    Director:Zach Braff
    Writer:Sofi Selig

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  13. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 4 - Potatoes
    8.0/10(2760 votes)

    #12 - Potatoes

    S1:E4

    As things spiral at work, Jimmy confronts Liz for interfering in his life. Paul struggles with whether to tell his daughter his diagnosis.

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  14. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 7 - Apology Tour
    8.0/10(2405 votes)

    #13 - Apology Tour

    S1:E7

    Jimmy attempts damage control after his party. Paul’s daughter pays another visit. Liz and Sean discover they have something in common.

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  15. Shrinking Season 2 Episode 3 - Psychological Something-ism
    8.0/10(1639 votes)

    #14 - Psychological Something-ism

    S2:E3

    Jimmy and Brian help Grace deal with unexpected news. Paul and Julie face her past. Liz worries she's come between Sean and his dad.

    Director:Zach Braff

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  16. Shrinking Season 2 Episode 7 - Get in the Sea
    8.0/10(1549 votes)

    #15 - Get in the Sea

    S2:E7

    Jimmy spends the day with a patient. Brian crashes Gaby's date. Liz heads down a dangerous path.

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  17. Shrinking Season 2 Episode 9 - Full Grown Dude Face
    8.0/10(1480 votes)

    #16 - Full Grown Dude Face

    S2:E9

    While trying to stay out of Alice's business, Jimmy has to "Jimmy" an insecure Brian. Gaby leans on Paul for advice after her sister drops a bomb.

    Director:Anu Valia

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  18. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 3 - Fifteen Minutes
    7.9/10(2835 votes)

    #17 - Fifteen Minutes

    S1:E3

    Jimmy witnesses Gaby in a compromising situation. Paul advises Alice on how to deal with her grief while facing a loss of his own.

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  19. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 8 - Boop
    7.9/10(2339 votes)

    #18 - Boop

    S1:E8

    Paul and Brian come to Jimmy’s aid when Alice starts acting out. Liz and Sean support Gaby by accompanying her to an event.

    Director:Zach Braff

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  20. Shrinking Season 2 Episode 1 - Jimmying
    7.8/10(1870 votes)

    #19 - Jimmying

    S2:E1

    Jimmy grapples with his guilt over Grace. Paul makes a decision about his relationship. Liz tries to help Gaby find balance in her busy life.

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  21. Shrinking Season 2 Episode 2 - I Love Pain
    7.8/10(1706 votes)

    #20 - I Love Pain

    S2:E2

    Paul and Jimmy disagree about Sean's treatment plan. Gaby's sister asks for her help. Liz has an idea for boosting business at the food truck.

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  22. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 2 - Fortress of Solitude
    7.7/10(3120 votes)

    #21 - Fortress of Solitude

    S1:E2

    To get Sean out of legal trouble, Jimmy reconnects with his estranged best friend—while trying to hide it all from Paul.

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  23. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 5 - Woof
    7.7/10(2535 votes)

    #22 - Woof

    S1:E5

    When Jimmy hits a roadblock with Sean, he doesn’t have Paul to consult for advice. Brian makes an announcement about his relationship.

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  24. Shrinking Season 2 Episode 5 - Honesty Era
    7.7/10(1544 votes)

    #23 - Honesty Era

    S2:E5

    Jimmy helps Alice cope with a huge mistake. Gaby goes home for a family crisis. Liz runs into an old flame.

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  25. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 1 - Coin Flip
    7.6/10(3648 votes)

    #24 - Coin Flip

    S1:E1

    Jimmy, a therapist mourning his wife, takes a more proactive approach with his patients in the hopes that helping them will help himself.

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  26. Shrinking Season 3 Episode 3 - D-Day
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #25 - D-Day

    S3:E3

    Jimmy and Liz show up for Brian and Charlie when Ava goes into labor. Sean reconnects with his ex Marisol.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Last Thanksgiving" is the best rated episode of "Shrinking". It scored 9.3/10 based on 2808 votes. Directed by Bill Lawrence and written by Brett Goldstein, Bill Lawrence, Neil Goldman, it aired on 12/23/2024. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "My Bad".