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Michael J Fox Returns to Acting in 'Shrinking' Season 3 Trailer

The trailer for 'Shrinking' Season 3 features Michael J Fox's return to acting after stepping back due to his Parkinson's disease. In a standout moment, his character shares a laugh with Harrison Ford's Dr. Paul Rhoades, who reveals his own Parkinson's diagnosis. The casting reunites Fox with series co-creator Bill Lawrence, for whom he starred in 'Spin City'. The Apple TV+ series, also starring Jason Segel, is set to premiere on January 28, 2026.

Key Points: Michael J Fox Returns in 'Shrinking' Season 3 Trailer

  • Michael J Fox returns after a Parkinson's hiatus
  • Shares poignant scene with Harrison Ford
  • Reunites with creator Bill Lawrence
  • Series premieres January 28, 2026 on Apple TV+
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'Shrinking Season 3' trailer teases Michael J Fox's return to acting after taking break from career due to Parkinson's disease

The 'Shrinking' Season 3 trailer teases Michael J Fox's acting return, sharing a scene with Harrison Ford about Parkinson's. Premieres Jan 28, 2026.

"Parkinson's. You? - Harrison Ford as Dr. Paul Rhoades"

Washington DC, December 30

The Season 3 trailer of the critically acclaimed comedy series 'Shrinking' is finally out, teasing Michael J Fox's return to acting after stepping away from his career in 2020 due to speech issues associated with his Parkinson's disease.

The Apple TV+ comedy series stars Jason Segel, Jessica Williams, Luke Tennie, Harrison Ford and others in the lead roles.

In the trailer, Michael J Fox was shown in the waiting room of a medical facility, sitting near Dr. Paul Rhoades (Harrison Ford). "What are you in for?" asks Fox's character, whose name is not yet known. "Parkinson's. You?" Paul responds. Fox says, "Just a haircut," and they both laugh.

According to Variety, Ford's character in 'Shrinking' has had Parkinson's since Season 1, though he initially tries to conceal it and the severity of his symptoms before being forced to tackle the disease head-on over time.

In the new trailer, after Sofi swings by Jimmy's house, then says goodbye, Liz (Christa Miller), Derek (Ted McGinley) and Sean (Luke Tennie) chide him for not asking her out. Also in the trailer, Jimmy deals with his emotions as his daughter, Alice (Lukita Maxwell), prepares to leave for college.

Apple TV+ shared the trailer on their Instagram handle.

Fox's casting in 'Shrinking', which was announced in May, reunites him with series co-creator Bill Lawrence, as Fox was the star of Lawrence's ABC sitcom 'Spin City' for four seasons until departing in 2000 because of Parkinson 's-related issues, reported Variety.

Additionally, Fox had a memorable guest arc on 'Scrubs', also created by Lawrence.

The trailer also builds on the reunion between series co-creator and star Jason Segel and his "How I Met Your Mother" co-star Cobie Smulders, who plays Jimmy's (Segel) new love interest, Sofi.

The series is set to premiere on January 28, 2026, at Apple TV+.

- ANI

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Priya S
The dialogue in the trailer is so clever and heartfelt. "Parkinson's. You?" "Just a haircut." Using humour to tackle such a serious issue is very 'Shrinking'. It's great that the show is bringing more awareness. Harrison Ford playing a character with Parkinson's is also a powerful choice.
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Rohit P
Honestly, while I admire his courage, I hope the show handles this with sensitivity and doesn't just use his condition for easy laughs or emotional points. The writing needs to be top-notch. Fingers crossed!
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Sarah B
The reunion with Bill Lawrence is the best part! Spin City was iconic. It's like coming full circle. January 2026 feels so far away though. Apple TV+ is really building a great slate of comedies.
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Karthik V
As someone whose uncle lives with Parkinson's, representation matters. Seeing it discussed openly in a popular show, and with someone like Michael J. Fox who has lived experience, can help reduce stigma. Bahut accha initiative hai.
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Jason I
The cast is stacked! Harrison Ford, Jason Segel, and now Michael J. Fox? That's some serious talent in one show. The father-daughter storyline with Alice leaving for college also looks like it will hit hard. Looking forward to it.

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