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The Best Episodes of Shrinking Season 1

Every episode of Shrinking Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Shrinking Season 1!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Shrinking Season 1 Episode 10 - Closure
    8.3/10(2874 votes)

    S1:E10

    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

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  2. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 6 - Imposter Syndrome
    8.2/10(3055 votes)

    S1:E6

    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

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  3. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 9 - Moving Forward
    8.1/10(2693 votes)

    S1:E9

    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

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  4. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 4 - Potatoes
    8.0/10(3202 votes)

    S1:E4

    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

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  5. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 7 - Apology Tour
    8.0/10(2809 votes)

    S1:E7

    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

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  6. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 3 - Fifteen Minutes
    7.9/10(3287 votes)

    S1:E3

    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

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  7. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 8 - Boop
    7.9/10(2741 votes)

    S1:E8

    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

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  8. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 2 - Fortress of Solitude
    7.7/10(3594 votes)

    S1:E2

    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

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  9. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 5 - Woof
    7.7/10(2951 votes)

    S1:E5

    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

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  10. Shrinking Season 1 Episode 1 - Coin Flip
    7.6/10(4294 votes)

    S1:E1

    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
    Writers:Brett Goldstein, Jason Segel, Bill Lawrence

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Closure" is the best rated episode of Shrinking season 1. It scored 8.3/10 from 2,874 votes. Directed by James Ponsoldt and written by Neil Goldman, it aired on March 23, 2023. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Imposter Syndrome".