Warning: There are spoilers ahead for Shrinking season 2, episode 9, “Full Grown Dude Face.”
Shrinkingseason 2, episode 9, “Full Grown Dude Face” almost feels like a season finale, but there are still more episodes left. Much of the conflict this season has revolved aroundBrett Goldstein’sShrinkingcharacter, Louis, who is the drunk driver involved in the car accident that killed Tia (Lilan Bowden). As they have sinceShrinkingseason 1,Jimmy (Jason Segel) and Alice (Lukita Maxwell) are still navigating the trauma of Tia’s death, which is made more complex by Louis' presence.
“Full Grown Dude Face” ends in a mostly satisfying place of acceptance for Jimmy and Alice and the episode ends with a content Jimmy driving away. The episode also ends in a good place for otherShrinkingcharacters, especially Brian (Michael Urie), who is now comfortable and fully invested in adopting a child. Liz (Christa Miller) and Derek (Ted McGinley) have also repaired their marriage after Liz kissed another man. Nevertheless, there are more episodes left and more storylines to resolve beforeShrinkingseason 2 concludes.
Shrinking Season 2 Has 3 Episodes Left
Season 2 Has More Episodes Than Season 1
Shrinkingseason 2 has more episodes than season 1 did. Season 1 only featured 10 episodes whileShrinkingseason 2 was expanded to 12 episodes. This is similar to what happened withTed Lasso, another Apple TV+ comedy series thatShrinking’s Goldstein and Bill Lawrence were involved in.Ted Lassoseason 1 only had 10 episodes, but seasons 2 and 3 received 12 episodes each. With nine episodes already released,Shrinkinghas three episodes left, which are respectively titled “Changing Patterns,” “The Drugs Don’t Work,” and “The Last Thanksgiving.” See the remaining episode schedule below.
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Shrinking Season 2’s Season Finale Releases August 08, 2025
It Will Not Be The End Of The Series
Despite being titled “The Last Thanksgiving,” theShrinkingseason 2 finale will debut on Christmas. This will not be the end of the series asShrinkingseason 3was officially confirmed only a day after the season 2 premiere’s release. Segel, who not only plays Jimmy but also co-created the series alongside Goldstein and Lawrence, made the season 3 announcement at New York City Comic Con. Much like theShrinkingseason 1 ending,Shrinkingseason 2 will likely end with many storylines resolved while also providing a tantalizing cliffhangerfor season 3.
What To Expect From The Rest Of Shrinking Season 2
Jimmy’s Conflict With Louis Still Needs To Be Resolved
One of the major subplots that still needs to be addressed before season 2 ends involves Louis. As of episode 9, Alice does not know that Louis has stopped spending time with her after Jimmy made Louis agree to this. It is likely only a matter of time until Alice learns what Jimmy has been concealing from her, which will reopen old wounds in their father-daughter relationship, andmay require Jimmy to find it in his heart to genuinely forgive Louis.
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As for Brian and Charlie (Devin Kawaoka), they do not have to officially become parents before the season ends, but this would be a rewarding conclusion to their season 2 storyline. Meanwhile, Gaby (Jessica Williams) has not been able to admit to her mother (Vernee Johnson) that she does not want her to move in, which is an issue that needs to be confronted before the season ends. With all these storylines still in play, there is plenty forShrinkingto explore in the last three episodes of season 2.
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In this series, a therapist grappling with personal tragedy begins to employ a radically candid approach with his clients and in his personal life. As he navigates his roles as a father, friend, and professional, his newfound method leads to unexpected consequences and self-discovery.
