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The Best Episodes of Shrinking Season 1

Every episode of Shrinking Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Shrinking Season 1!

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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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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Shrinking Season 1 Episode 1 - Coin Flip
    7.6/10(3549 votes)

    #1 - 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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  2. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 2 - Fortress of Solitude
    7.7/10(3037 votes)

    #2 - 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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  3. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 3 - Fifteen Minutes
    7.9/10(2755 votes)

    #3 - 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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  4. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 4 - Potatoes
    8.0/10(2691 votes)

    #4 - 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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  5. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 5 - Woof
    7.7/10(2465 votes)

    #5 - 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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  6. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 6 - Imposter Syndrome
    8.2/10(2560 votes)

    #6 - 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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  8. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 7 - Apology Tour
    8.0/10(2335 votes)

    #7 - 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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  9. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 8 - Boop
    7.9/10(2274 votes)

    #8 - 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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  10. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 9 - Moving Forward
    8.1/10(2221 votes)

    #9 - 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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  11. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 10 - Closure
    8.3/10(2376 votes)

    #10 - 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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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Coin Flip" is the best rated episode of "Shrinking" season 1. It scored 7.6/10 based on 3549 votes. Directed by James Ponsoldt and written by Brett Goldstein, Jason Segel, Bill Lawrence, it aired on 1/26/2023. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Fortress of Solitude".