Warning: Spoilers ahead for Shrinking season 2, episode 7, “Get in the Sea.“There’s no question that Harrison Ford’s Paul continues to be one of the biggest highlights ofShrinking, but a specific aspect of the character has extended a notable trend into season 2.Shrinking’s ensemble castfeatures several prominent names, with Ford being the attention-grabber based on his long career as an A-lister. Joining a comedy-drama on streaming is one thing, but the fact that Ford’s character is a pivotal figure in the show rather than just a star-studded cameo may have been surprising. Based onShrinkingseason 2’s story, the presence of Ford’s Paul is more important than ever.
Despite his reluctance to get involved with his colleagues' personal lives, Paul couldn’t help himself becoming ingrained in various issues plaguing Jimmy and Gaby. Seeing as his fellow therapists are friends, there’s already a connection outside of work that extends to family members, neighbors, and even patients, pulling Paul deeper into the group. Each character has been encountering new struggles, especially withBrett Goldstein’s role inShrinkingseason 2, but there’s a particular duo that the show is finally showcasing.
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Though Harrison Ford’sShrinkingcharacter has interacted with other important figures in Jimmy and Gaby’s lives, Paul gets more one-on-one time with a few in season 2. Seeing as Sean lives with Jimmy, it was decided that it’s more appropriate to have Paul serve as Sean’s primary therapist. However,Jimmy’s Batman reference inShrinkingseason 2, episode 4, indicates that it will be a tag-team approach to help Sean. Now,Paul has somewhat of another patient in the form of Liz, creating another random and hilariousShrinkingcharacter pairing.
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Paul tends to intimidate people, and understandably so. Interestingly, that has never seemed to be the case with Liz, who sees right through his tough exterior that turns off those who come across the veteran therapist. Their personalities have clashed in earlier meetings, butShrinkingseason 2 is evolving Paul and Liz’s relationship in a surprising way. When Liz is in need of help after kissing her old friend, Mac, she turns to Paul for advice. Aside from the fact that Paul warns Liz earlier in “Get in the Sea,” he actually has good advice based on his own infidelity.
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With Jimmy, Paul has often been more guarded and professional, seeing as he’s Jimmy’s mentor, whether he likes it or not. That has changed over time, especially after the death of Jimmy’s wife, Tia. After Tia’s sudden death, Paul has helped Alice with her grief by meeting with her regularly. Not only does it give Paul a better insight into the younger generation, but it also causes him to look deeper into his complicated relationship with his own daughter. Then there’s Gaby, who provides Paul with love advice and encourages his uncharacteristic singing sessions on the way to work.
“Liz brings out something different in Paul, following the fun trend with Harrison Ford’s character getting solo time with otherShrinkingcharacters.”
The scene between Paul and Liz inShrinkingseason 2, episode 7 incorporates some comedy, mainly with Paul’s “Cheater B*tch” song and the Skittles bribery. Granted,the scene also allows Paul to open up about his past while Liz confesses her own issues, which could lead toLiz and Derek’s breakup inShrinking. Liz brings out something different in Paul, following the fun trend with Harrison Ford’s character getting solo time with otherShrinkingcharacters. Paul’s interactions with Sean have been interesting, butShrinkingseason 2 would greatly benefit from more Paul and Liz scenes.
