Shrinking
Moving forward, together.
Created by Bill Lawrence, Jason Segel, Brett Goldstein
On Apple TV
A warm, earnest dramedy about grief and healing that balances genuine loss with comedic irreverence and the messy work of moving forward through human connection.
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 things better—or unleash uproarious chaos?
Where to watch
- StreamApple TV+
Questions people ask
Is Shrinking sad? Yes. More sad than 79% of series.
Is Shrinking violent? Barely. Less violent than 78% of series.
Is Shrinking scary? Barely. Less frightening than 76% of series.
Does Shrinking leave you hopeful? Somewhat. More hopeful than 69% of series.
Is Shrinking easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 67% of series.
These describe how the series comes across across its whole run, compared with other well-known series. They are not a content list — nothing here was counted or checked episode by episode, so for age-suitability or specific content use a classification board or a dedicated content-warning service.
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Cinnamon Score
How much this series gives you that nothing else will, and whether it delivers.
You have seen this shape before.
How unlike any other series this one feels
How much more it delivers than it promises
How much audiences actually like it
Ensemble
Everything like Shrinking, and what each one shares →
Like Shrinking
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as Shrinking
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like Shrinking, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like Shrinking, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like Shrinking, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
