Shrinking

Apple TV | Release Date: January 26, 2023

7.0	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 30 Ratings

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FadeBlackMay 25, 2023

I watched the first 2 episodws, but see no reason to continue watching. Nothing is really working for me. The comedy is incredibly flat, the dialog the same...I suppose it's supposed to be quirky? It's just 1 note with a lot of swearing toI watched the first 2 episodws, but see no reason to continue watching. Nothing is really working for me. The comedy is incredibly flat, the dialog the same...I suppose it's supposed to be quirky? It's just 1 note with a lot of swearing to make up for not having anything interesting to say.

The premise for the drama aspect is good, but handled so flippantly and so little gravitas that you know is going to be a waste.

There are worse shows out there and the actors have charisma at least, but I just fail to see what people are enjoying so much about this. It's about as mediocre production as you can possibly get.… Expand

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everettMay 10, 2023

This is no "Ted Lasso," where a coach comes in to inspire his team with human values. This is a therapist who violates just about every ethical code in his profession, whom we're supposed to find adorable. I gave it two tries, going back toThis is no "Ted Lasso," where a coach comes in to inspire his team with human values. This is a therapist who violates just about every ethical code in his profession, whom we're supposed to find adorable. I gave it two tries, going back to it because people recommended it, and watched the whole season. I regret that. There were some good moments, but far too much repetition of the same behavior (how many times can the stereotypical I-hate-you teenager storm out of a room?) and too many one-note characters (be it grumpiness, sexy sass or grief-excuses-everything outrageousness). The writing was simplistic, calling for overacting instead of depth even as it took on profound, serious subjects. This could have been a far better show. What a wasted opportunity.… Expand

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augustwoApr 12, 2023

I started this show a couple weeks ago and love it. I came here to see how much everyone else loved it and was very surprised with the average ratings. Excellent writing and acting. Funny while also teaching some real life lessons. If youI started this show a couple weeks ago and love it. I came here to see how much everyone else loved it and was very surprised with the average ratings. Excellent writing and acting. Funny while also teaching some real life lessons. If you are looking for a new show to watch I highly recommend this one. And I know my shows. UPDATE: after writing this I read other reviews and had to laugh. I am by no means a "woke" "hipster". Just an old man who likes to people watch and this show is great for that. It covers all the bases of real life in my opinion.… Expand

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kaos1183Mar 31, 2023

As many have pointed out the premise of shrinking won't be getting it any emmy's, but don't let that discourage you from giving it an oportunity. Even if it won't be the next Breaking Bad or Game of thrones, this is probably one of the seriesAs many have pointed out the premise of shrinking won't be getting it any emmy's, but don't let that discourage you from giving it an oportunity. Even if it won't be the next Breaking Bad or Game of thrones, this is probably one of the series with more heart I've watched in the past decade. It does not hurt that it also has a great ensamble cast and Jason Seagle and Harrison Ford just knock it out of the park. Really hoping we get to see them for a second season … Expand

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loopsoffuryMar 9, 2023

Great writing and dialogue with decent enough story and character development. Ignore the review bombing from the racists and misogynists. I look forward to each new episode.

1 of 3 users found this helpful12

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ParQerMar 5, 2023

One of my favorite new serie. I like an ensemble when it’s well done and this is a really good one.

Special mention to Harrison Ford, in some ways he is the revelation of the serie. He steals pretty much every scenes he is in.

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JoeyGFeb 18, 2023

Watch this if:
1) You are a white male that feels the need to constantly capitulate and apologize for everything you do.
2) Are a black woman who thinks all of those sassy comebacks are actually funny in any way, and how everything isWatch this if:
1) You are a white male that feels the need to constantly capitulate and apologize for everything you do.
2) Are a black woman who thinks all of those sassy comebacks are actually funny in any way, and how everything is everyone else’s fault.
3) Are a teenager who insists on calling their adult role models by their first names, instead of showing a single ounce of respect.

Yet more left-wing garbage being rammed down our throats. We are witnessing the fall of civilization in the West and these performing seals are clapping along.

Gets a 3 as Segal is good as usual, and his patient, Sean, puts in a convincing performance. Harrison Ford, what were you thinking?… Expand

1 of 6 users found this helpful15

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superpyro296Feb 8, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I watched the 3 first episodes yesterday and this is really good, not excellent though. We need to keep in mind this is a comedy, so that's why the main character can pursue his career as a psychologist (otherwise, in a normal world, he would be kicked out of his professional order). I listened to the episodes in French and the translation is quite good. However, there is a time where Shaun makes a really strange joke comparing a dead flower to April's mother who passed away and April laughed (I found that really strange and unappropriate). I work myself as a psychotherapist. Overall, still a good series… Expand

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danielbielak82Feb 3, 2023

One of the best comedy show I've ever seen. Harrison Ford is great in this series.

2 of 4 users found this helpful22

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KeenWatcherFeb 3, 2023

Straddles the line between a drama and a comedy, seems to pay homage to both quite well. An interesting take on how major events in life can change you, either for the better or worse.

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metacritiqueurJan 30, 2023

Hipster woke stuff that affects 0.1% of the world's population. Harrison Ford appears 4 minutes to sell his name on the credits.

1 of 9 users found this helpful18

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snorkissJan 28, 2023

Terrible writing and woke casting make this another Apple nightmare, Harrison Ford looks old and bored - 1 star.

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