7.6/102,832 votesLoading...#1 - 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
7.7/102,423 votesLoading...#2 - 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
7.7/101,932 votesLoading...#3 - 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
7.8/10628 votesLoading...#4 - 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
7.9/102,185 votesLoading...#5 - 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
7.9/101,746 votesLoading...#6 - 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
7.9/10893 votesLoading...#7 - 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
7.9/10797 votesLoading...#8 - 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
8.0/102,134 votesLoading...#9 - 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
8.0/101,813 votesLoading...#10 - 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
8.0/10726 votesLoading...#11 - 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
8.1/101,700 votesLoading...#12 - 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
8.1/10601 votesLoading...#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
8.1/10511 votesLoading...#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
8.2/102,011 votesLoading...#15 - 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
8.2/10702 votesLoading...#16 - 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
8.3/101,823 votesLoading...#17 - 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
8.3/10713 votesLoading...#18 - 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
8.4/10473 votesLoading...#19 - 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
8.7/10732 votesLoading...#20 - 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
8.7/10375 votesLoading...#21 - 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
The Worst 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...
Genre:Comedy
Network:Apple TV+
Worst Episodes Summary
"Coin Flip" is the worst rated episode of "Shrinking". It scored 7.6/10 based on 2832 votes. Directed by James Ponsoldt and written by Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel, Brett Goldstein, it aired on 1/26/2023. This episode scored 0.1 points lower than the second lowest rated, "Fortress of Solitude".