The Last Thanksgiving

After the amazing last episode, this was going to be a comedown. No, it surpassed that one. This show is a masterpiece of unresolved issues. The characters, even those who are full of self-confidence, are very fragile: from Sean to Liz to Paul and beyond. It all centers around a Thanksgiving party at Gaby's. She is filled with guilt after not taking her mother in and she is having relationship problems with a guy who should be perfect for her. The two gay men continue their quest for an adoption. But it is Jimmie's show and Paul has made it clear that he is on course to completely break down. Things move toward a touching scene with Alice when he reaches that breaking point. But the ending is what makes this episode. We see two damaged human beings going on without resolution but with some hope. I loved it.

I love this frigging series soooooooo much!!!

As stated originally I was never a Jason fan and Harrison only in his youth......However I have to admit I am sooooo wrong!

This last episode of the season had me laughing, gasping, crying, warm fuzzy feelings the whole shenang!!! So good to see some "ring in's" from Ted Lasso and boy the part of Louis is played brilliantly. I love him. I love all of this. The storyline's are believable everything about this is brilliant.

IMDB says next season is 2026!!!!! Whaaaat!!! I can't wait that long please please please let that be a typo!!!

I hope this goes the way it is for many seasons.

Shrinking is easily one of the best shows on TV right now. This season was a big step up from the first one. I love the comedy, the drama, the acting, the story, and every little detail in this show. The show really deserves one or two more seasons.

This was a brilliant season finale. Everything in this season reached its peak perfectly. Every character's story was engaging and heart-warming. I really enjoyed the new characters as well, especially, Louis.

I think this season deserves several Emmys. Above all, Michael Urie and Harrison Ford who were fantastic at their roles considering their challenges.

It is really amazing how this show makes you laugh out loud and also cry your eyes out. This is necessary for everyone. We really need this to go on for a couple years more.

This episode was just a WOW from beginning to the harrowing end (no spoilers)! It left both my wife and I tearing up, especially at the "climax" where I believe I let out an audible gasp! I'm a huge Ted Lasso fan, and the cast for Shrinking is just as good as that one (never would have believed I would say that since I've watched all 3 season of 'Ted' at least 4 times). This episode might be what I would consider the best "sitcom" episode I've ever seen. Oh, and we LOVE Derek! He's very much like the Higgins character in Ted Lasso. Glad he got his own character arc this season. Ted McGinley should be nominated for some best supporting actor awards!

"Shrinking" delivers, without a shred of mercy, that kind of experience that completely disarms you. This isn't just entertainment-it's a mirror reflecting those moments when life gets heavy, yet you somehow find a sliver of humanity to keep you going. Every detail here is crafted to connect with us on a visceral level. And man, it really does.

The recurring theme of forgiveness and vulnerability stands out, especially in Jimmy's arc. His conversation with Alice isn't just emotional-it's transformative. The dynamic between them shows a father desperately trying to redeem himself and a daughter who, despite her hurt, still believes in him. The beauty of this interaction lies in the silences, in the looks that say more than words ever could. When Alice reminds Jimmy that, even at his worst, he was still there for her, it feels like the episode is whispering to us: "You don't have to be perfect, you just have to try." That kind of nuance is rare to find and even rarer to execute with such sincerity.

The parallel with Louis is an emotional gut punch. His fear and loneliness are portrayed with such raw delicacy that it's impossible not to feel moved. The train station scene is one of those moments that leaves anyone remotely sensitive with a lump in their throat. Thankfully, the show doesn't take the darkest route, but it flirts with it just enough to remind us how devastating loneliness can be. It's Jimmy, carrying his own guilt, who steps in to stop Louis from ending his life. Their connection-wordless and simple-is what makes it so powerful. They lean on each other in the quiet, in just being there, like two shipwreck survivors clinging to the same piece of driftwood.

Then there's Paul, brought to life with breathtaking depth by Harrison Ford. His journey in this episode reminds us that vulnerability isn't weakness; it's strength. When he finally opens up and admits he needs the people around him, it's a moment that transcends fiction. It's an act of courage we often avoid in real life, and seeing it on screen, done so authentically, feels like a gift. Paul's speech is the heart of the episode-a call to gratitude, even when fear and pain threaten to swallow us whole.

What's most impressive about "Shrinking" is how it captures the importance of small gestures. Whether it's Liz giving Jimmy a rock, Gaby navigating her relationship with her mom, or Sean finding comfort in a friend, everything is built on a simplicity that resonates with universal truths. There's nothing flashy or artificial here-just everyday moments that, when stitched together, show the power of human connection.

Ultimately, this isn't just an episode about a holiday-it's about what it means to be present, for others and for yourself. It's a reminder that even on the darkest days, there's a way forward. And sometimes, that way is as simple as sitting beside someone, saying nothing, just so they know they're not alone. For a show that was already great, this episode proves it's operating on another level, offering not just entertainment but solace.