Renowned actor Jeff Daniels has officially joined the ensemble cast of the highly anticipated Shrinking season 3, the acclaimed comedy series on Apple TV+ that features the talents of Jason Segel and Harrison Ford.
Deadline has reported the exciting news that Jeff Daniels will be a part of the third season of Shrinking, an innovative comedy series streaming exclusively on Apple TV+. The show has garnered critical acclaim for its unique storytelling and captivating performances, particularly from its lead actors, Jason Segel and Harrison Ford, who have brought depth and humor to their roles.
Created by industry talents Jason Segel, Bill Lawrence, and Brett Goldstein, Shrinking intricately explores the life of Jimmy (played by Segel), a grieving therapist who decides to step outside the conventional boundaries of his profession. By candidly expressing his thoughts and feelings to his clients, he embarks on a journey that radically alters not only their lives but also his own. Harrison Ford portrays Dr. Paul Rhoades, a fellow therapist at the Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center, who navigates his own challenges, including living with Parkinson’s disease, making the narrative even more compelling.
In this new season, Daniels will portray the role of Jimmy’s father in a guest appearance, adding another layer of emotional depth to the series. Alongside Segel and Ford, the talented cast of Shrinking features notable actors such as Christa Miller, Jessica Williams, Luke Tennie, Michael Urie, Lukita Maxwell, and Ted McGinley, all of whom contribute significantly to the show’s appeal and success.
Our contributor Alex Maidy has expressed his admiration for Shrinking. He mentions, “Emotions and mental health are not always easy topics to handle, and while Ted Lasso found a unique way to deliver positivity through the lens of sports and team camaraderie, Shrinking offers a more direct look at the licensed mental health experts in our lives and how their own personal networks of friends and family can help them cope with their own ups and downs,” Maidy elaborated. He continues, “Shrinking remains one of the top shows of the year, thanks to the remarkable performances of Jason Segel and Harrison Ford, who lead an ensemble cast that is nothing short of exceptional. The characters resonate with viewers as they mirror our real lives, all while delivering humor and warmth.” For further insights, you can read the full review of the second season right here.
In upcoming projects, Daniels is set to portray President Ronald Reagan in the political drama Reykjavik, which delves into Cold War dynamics, featuring Jared Harris as Mikhail Gorbachev and J. K. Simmons as George Shultz. Additionally, Daniels made an impressive appearance in A Man in Full, a miniseries crafted by David E. Kelley, released on Netflix last year. He took on the role of Charlie Croker, a real estate mogul faced with the daunting task of protecting his empire amidst a sudden financial crisis and the ensuing fallout.
