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A grieving therapist begins telling his clients exactly what he thinks
Ignoring his training and ethics, he finds himself making huge changes in people’s lives, including his own. The cast of “Shrinking” share their defining moments from season 1 and reveal who has the best Harrison Ford impression.
Eventually, Goldstein spoke to Ford and sold him on the role
When Brett Goldstein, Jason Segel and Bill Lawrence were asked how they got Harrison Ford to appear on the show, Segel said that Goldstein initially wanted a “Harrison Ford type” and would audition people who looked like Ford. Segel told Goldstein that he had to at least bring it to Ford first, thinking he would immediately turn him down, but at least other people would hear that Harrison Ford was being brought on board, generating interest from other top actors.
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Goldstein still doesn’t understand what he did to convince him, but he was thrilled nonetheless. Shrinking is a rare gem – a show that’s as funny as it is deeply moving.
It’s a smart and honest exploration of grief, growth, and the messy ways people try to fix themselves and each other
Jason Segel is fantastic as a therapist reeling from personal loss, and Harrison Ford brings an unexpected warmth and depth to his role as a tough, no-nonsense mentor. What makes Shrinking so special is the way it balances sharp humor with moments that punch you right in the gut.
It’s absolutely brilliant
It’s honest, emotional, and incredibly human – a show that understands how complicated and beautiful life can be.