If you haven't been watching this exceptional Apple TV+ comedy, it's time to start

Anyway, Shrinkable has become one of the most beloved television comedies of the past few years. It's a show that sneaks up on you, but the combination of self-aware humor and fun (and deep) character dynamics make it a joy to watch. A lot of shows were suffering from sophomore reading and I was worried Shrinkable would be the same. Fortunately, the Apple TV+ show just got better and season 2 is even better than season 1. It's a show that delivers real belly laughs and is quick on its feet, meaning there's never a chance to get bored.

Shrinkable Season 1 ended with Jimmy (Jason Segel) pushing his abused husband off a cliff by one of his clients, Grace (Heidi Gardner). Season 2 picks up from there, with Grace now in prison for attempted murder (her husband miraculously survived the fall, but suffered severe injuries that left him wheelchair-bound). Jimmy and Brian (Michael Urie) try to help her, but she doesn't ask for help because she's convinced she's done something terrible. Elsewhere, Sean (Luke Tennie) works through his anger issues with his father, but his friendship with Jimmy leads Paul (Harrison Ford) to take him on as a client.

Shrinking's Season 2 Stories Balance Humor and Heart

The stories only got better from Season 1

Shrinkable is a comedy of comfort as quietly as it is profound. Because it focuses on therapy, the characters are able to deal with a variety of issues – from frustrations with parents to Gaby (Jessica Williams) and Jimmy's sexual relationship, which complicates things with a group of friends – with warmth and a good dose of hilarity. and awkwardness. The addition of Brett Goldstein's character is a highlight of season 2added an interesting gray area where there was none before. Goldstein is heartwarming yet heartfelt, adding a poignancy to the series without detracting from its elegance.

The stories of the 2nd season of the series are also very attractive. The way she handles the plot of the show with her father, Tim (Kenajuan Bentley), is a balanced affair; we understand Sean's grievances with his father and his reluctance to portray him as a villain in his story. I really appreciated that, especially since there is so much media that doesn't understand the nuances required when exploring parent-child relationships.

Gaby also becomes more complicated as season 2 explores her family life, particularly her strained relationship with her sister. It's a nice addition to the show, and the subplot allows us to learn more about him outside of his friendships with the main cast. Although I worry that Alice's (Lukita Maxwell) story will fade into the background, Shrinkable Season 2 gives him two storylines that are equally compelling as they are funny and heartwarming. The the series manages to balance everyone's stories while maintaining a strong, delicious group dynamic. This is impressive.

The Cast of Shrink is Full of Comedic Geniuses

They Have Amazing Chemistry Together

Shrinkable's cast continues to have great chemistry and excellent comedic timing. They deliver their lines with a graceful energy that never lets up, but they're also capable of bringing a lot of heart to their characters and their respective situations. This helps ensure that the quality of the writing is high – sharp, witty and fast. I found myself laughing pretty loudly at several points throughout the six episodes available for review.

This is only an HBO success Franchise managed to do it this year. A good comedy is increasingly hard to come by these days, however Shrinkable has a habit of upping her game and laughs out loud, and the cast applauds her efforts at every turn. Segel has always been funny, but his comedy — line delivery and physical and facial reactions — has only gotten better. over time. He can flip between being serious, goofy, and endlessly annoying (to Paula, anyway) like it's nothing.

The Apple TV+ series is beautifully paced, serving up each character and their respective stories without missing a beat.

Ford continues to play Paul effectively as a good-hearted curmudgeon, and it's fun to see the walls he's built around him come down further in season 2. His on-screen relationship with Julie (Wendy Malick) is developing quite nicely, and while Paul has a lot to work on, it seems he finally has the tools to handle them better, and Ford conveys Paul's growth with care and a good dose of wry humor.

Williams is firing on all cylinders, and she approaches Gaby with a straightness that stands in the way of some complicated feelings. The actress brings a wry sense of humor and a dry wit to her role, and that combined with the charismatic twinkle in her eye makes her a lot of fun to watch. The rest of the cast—from Tennie's sensitive Sean to Krista Miller's Liz, Jimmy's neighbor who has no problem saying exactly what's on her mind—brings exuberant energy. Shrinkable lived feeling. I feel like I really know these characters and their relationships.

Shrinkable has easily become one of my favorite comedies of the year, and one that I'm looking forward to seeing how it all plays out. The Apple TV+ series is beautifully paced, serving up each character and their respective stories without missing a beat. The comedy is spot on, raising the bar from the previous season. And while the characters can sometimes be all over the place, Shrinkable not necessarily.

The first two episodes Shrinkable Season 2 premieres October 16 on Apple TV+. The season consists of 12 episodes that will air every Wednesday.