Michael J. Fox's contribution to 'Shrinking' Season 3, according to Harrison Ford, has been indispensable
In the upcoming third season of Apple TV+ series Shrinking, Michael J. Fox joins the cast to portray Paul's progression with Parkinson's disease, alongside Harrison Ford who plays Dr. Paul Rhoades, a therapist living with the condition.
Fox, who has been living publicly with Parkinson's since 1998, has provided Ford with invaluable guidance on portraying the disease authentically and respectfully on screen. Ford has described Fox as an example to all, both those facing Parkinson's and others, and acknowledged the contribution as central to achieving an accurate and respectful portrayal in the series.
Fox's presence on the set of "Shrinking" has been essential, according to Ford. He praised Fox's courage, grace, and generosity, emphasizing the need for an accurate and respectful representation rather than trivializing the disease for entertainment.
Harrison Ford's character, Dr. Paul Rhoades, faces more challenging physical circumstances due to Parkinson's Disease, and his decision to disregard ethics and his training results in significant changes in his clients' lives and his own.
The third season of "Shrinking" will delve deeper into Ford's character's Parkinson's Disease, and Wendie Malick plays a significant role as a character partner to Ford's character in the upcoming season.
Jimmy, played by Jason Segel, uses non-traditional methods in his therapy practice in "Shrinking." Segel, Ford, and Jessica Williams star in the series.
"Shrinking" Season 3 will be streamable on AppleTV+ this fall, and Harrison Ford earned his first-ever Emmy nomination this year for his role in the series.
[1] Fox's physical and emotional insights into living with Parkinson’s have been instrumental in Ford's portrayal.
[2] Michael J. Fox returns to acting with a guest role on Shrinking Season 3 alongside Harrison Ford.
[3] Ford praised Fox's courage, grace, and generosity, emphasizing the need for an accurate and respectful representation rather than trivializing the disease for entertainment.
[4] Fox provided Ford with critical guidance on portraying the condition authentically and respectfully on screen.
[1] Michael J. Fox's physical and emotional insights into living with Parkinson’s have been crucial in helping Harrison Ford portray his character authentically and respectfully in the upcoming third season of Apple TV+ series Shrinking.
[2] Returning to acting, Michael J. Fox takes on a guest role in Shrinking Season 3, joining Harrison Ford and other celebrated celebrities in this Apple TV+ series.
