‘Shrinking’ Season 3: Release Date, Episode Schedule, Cast, and How to Watch
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| 'Shrinking' Season 3 |
Shrinking has quietly become one of Apple TV+’s most reliable hits. Built on sharp dialogue, emotional honesty, and a cast that knows when to lean into humor or restraint, the series has earned a loyal following across its first two seasons. Now, Season 3 is officially locked in with a confirmed premiere date and full rollout plan.
Here’s everything you need to know, updated and complete.
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Shrinking Season 3 Release Date
Shrinking Season 3 will premiere on Wednesday, January 28, exclusively on Apple TV+.
The new season continues Apple TV+’s weekly release strategy, giving the show space to breathe and audiences time to sit with its emotional turns rather than binge straight through.
Full Shrinking Season 3 Episode Schedule
After the premiere, new episodes will release every Wednesday. Season 3 will consist of 11 episodes, running from late January through early April.
Complete Episode Release Dates
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January 28 – Season 3 premiere
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February 4 – Episode 2
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February 11 – Episode 3
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February 18 – Episode 4
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February 25 – Episode 5
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March 4 – Episode 6
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March 11 – Episode 7
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March 18 – Episode 8
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March 25 – Episode 9
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April 1 – Episode 10
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April 8 – Season 3 finale
Episodes will be available to stream globally on Apple TV+ on the day of release.
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Returning Cast for Season 3
The core ensemble is expected to return, anchoring the series’ balance of humor and emotional weight:
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Jason Segel as Jimmy Laird
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Harrison Ford as Dr. Paul Rhoades
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Jessica Williams as Gaby
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Christa Miller as Liz
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Luke Tennie as Sean
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Michael Urie as Brian
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Lukita Maxwell as Alice
Season 2 leaned more heavily into supporting characters, and Season 3 is expected to continue expanding those arcs rather than introducing sweeping cast changes. Any new additions have not yet been officially announced.
What Season 3 Is Likely to Explore
While Apple TV+ is keeping specific plot details under wraps, Season 3 is positioned to deal directly with the fallout from the Season 2 finale rather than resetting the story.
Expect the new episodes to:
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Examine the long-term consequences of Jimmy’s unconventional therapy methods
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Push Paul to confront his future, professionally and personally
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Explore how honesty, once unleashed, reshapes relationships rather than neatly fixing them
One of Shrinking’s strengths has always been its refusal to rush emotional resolution. Season 3 is likely to double down on that approach, letting mistakes linger and growth come slowly.
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Why Shrinking Continues to Stand Out
In a crowded streaming landscape, Shrinking works because it avoids extremes. It isn’t a prestige drama wrapped in jokes, and it isn’t a sitcom chasing punchlines. Instead, it sits comfortably in the middle, trusting its characters and audience.
Harrison Ford’s understated performance, Jason Segel’s grounded vulnerability, and the writers’ willingness to let conversations run long all contribute to a show that feels lived-in rather than engineered.
Season 3 has the advantage of confidence. The show knows what it is now, and that usually makes for stronger storytelling.
How to Watch Shrinking Season 3
Shrinking streams exclusively on Apple TV+.
To watch:
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An active Apple TV+ subscription is required
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Available on Apple devices, smart TVs, streaming boxes, game consoles, web browsers, and mobile apps
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Seasons 1 and 2 are currently available to stream in full
New episodes of Season 3 will drop weekly on Wednesdays.
