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The Best Episodes of Shrinking

Genre:Comedy
Network:Apple TV+

Every episode of Shrinking ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of 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...
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  • The Last Thanksgiving
    9.3/10(1,895)
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    #1 - The Last Thanksgiving

    Season 2 Episode 12

    Aired 12/23/2024

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

    Director: Bill Lawrence

    Writer: Bill Lawrence, Brett Goldstein, Neil Goldman

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  • Last Drink
    8.7/10(1,234)
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    #2 - Last Drink

    Season 2 Episode 8

    Aired 11/26/2024

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

    Director: James Ponsoldt

    Writer: Sasha Garron

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  • The Drugs Don't Work
    8.6/10(1,095)
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    #3 - The Drugs Don't Work

    Season 2 Episode 11

    Aired 12/17/2024

    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.

    Director: Randall Keenan Winston

    Writer: Neil Goldman

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  • Closure
    8.3/10(2,040)
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    #4 - Closure

    Season 1 Episode 10

    Aired 3/23/2023

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

    Director: James Ponsoldt

    Writer: Neil Goldman

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  • In a Lonely Place
    8.3/10(1,174)
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    #5 - In a Lonely Place

    Season 2 Episode 6

    Aired 11/12/2024

    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.

    Director: Randall Keenan Winston

    Writer: Brett Goldstein

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  • Changing Patterns
    8.3/10(1,012)
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    #6 - Changing Patterns

    Season 2 Episode 10

    Aired 12/10/2024

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

    Director: James Ponsoldt

    Writer: Ashley Nicole Black

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  • Imposter Syndrome
    8.2/10(2,214)
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    #7 - Imposter Syndrome

    Season 1 Episode 6

    Aired 2/23/2023

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

    Director: Randall Keenan Winston

    Writer: Annie Mebane

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  • Moving Forward
    8.1/10(1,904)
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    #8 - Moving Forward

    Season 1 Episode 9

    Aired 3/16/2023

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

    Director: Randall Keenan Winston

    Writer: Sofi Selig

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  • Made You Look
    8.1/10(1,119)
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    #9 - Made You Look

    Season 2 Episode 4

    Aired 10/29/2024

    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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  • Potatoes
    8.0/10(2,347)
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    #10 - Potatoes

    Season 1 Episode 4

    Aired 2/9/2023

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

    Director: James Ponsoldt

    Writer: Rachna Fruchbom

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  • Apology Tour
    8.0/10(2,009)
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    #11 - Apology Tour

    Season 1 Episode 7

    Aired 3/2/2023

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

    Director: Randall Keenan Winston

    Writer: Brett Goldstein

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  • Psychological Something-ism
    8.0/10(1,130)
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    #12 - Psychological Something-ism

    Season 2 Episode 3

    Aired 10/22/2024

    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

    Writer: Brian Gallivan

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  • Get in the Sea
    8.0/10(1,050)
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    #13 - Get in the Sea

    Season 2 Episode 7

    Aired 11/19/2024

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

    Director: Randall Keenan Winston

    Writer: Kyra Brown, CJ Hoke

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  • Full Grown Dude Face
    8.0/10(981)
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    #14 - Full Grown Dude Face

    Season 2 Episode 9

    Aired 12/3/2024

    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

    Writer: Bill Posley

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  • Fifteen Minutes
    7.9/10(2,396)
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    #15 - Fifteen Minutes

    Season 1 Episode 3

    Aired 2/2/2023

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

    Director: Ry Russo-Young

    Writer: Brian Gallivan

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  • Boop
    7.9/10(1,949)
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    #16 - Boop

    Season 1 Episode 8

    Aired 3/9/2023

    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

    Writer: Wally Baram

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  • Jimmying
    7.9/10(1,319)
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    #17 - Jimmying

    Season 2 Episode 1

    Aired 10/15/2024

    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.

    Director: Randall Keenan Winston

    Writer: Rachna Fruchbom

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  • I Love Pain
    7.9/10(1,197)
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    #18 - I Love Pain

    Season 2 Episode 2

    Aired 10/15/2024

    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.

    Director: Randall Keenan Winston

    Writer: Annie Mebane

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  • Honesty Era
    7.8/10(1,045)
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    #19 - Honesty Era

    Season 2 Episode 5

    Aired 11/5/2024

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

    Director: Jamie Babbit

    Writer: Zack Bornstein

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  • Fortress of Solitude
    7.7/10(2,656)
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    #20 - Fortress of Solitude

    Season 1 Episode 2

    Aired 1/26/2023

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

    Director: Ry Russo-Young

    Writer: Brett Goldstein

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  • Coin Flip
    7.6/10(3,104)
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    #21 - Coin Flip

    Season 1 Episode 1

    Aired 1/26/2023

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

    Director: James Ponsoldt

    Writer: Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel, Brett Goldstein

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  • Woof
    7.6/10(2,134)
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    #22 - Woof

    Season 1 Episode 5

    Aired 2/16/2023

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

    Director: James Ponsoldt

    Writer: Bill Posley

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Best Episodes Summary

"The Last Thanksgiving" is the best rated episode of "Shrinking". It scored 9.3/10 based on 1895 votes. Directed by Bill Lawrence and written by Bill Lawrence, Brett Goldstein, Neil Goldman, it aired on 12/23/2024. This episode scored 0.6 points higher than the second highest rated, "Last Drink".