Shrinking Reveals Harrison Ford’s Ex, Played by Gilmore Girls Vet

As a long-time fan of Harrison Ford, I was initially skeptical when I heard he would be starring in another series. But after watching Gilmore Girls and seeing Kelly Bishop’s performance as the matriarch of the Gilmore family, I knew she could hold her own against any action hero. So when I learned that she would be joining Ford in Shrinking, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of excitement and anticipation.


In a match of witty retorts, if there’s anyone who can hold their own against Harrison Ford, it undeniably is Kelly Bishop. Given this, it comes as no surprise that the actress from Gilmore Girls has been chosen to play Ford’s former spouse in season two of Shrinking. Fresh photos from the upcoming fifth episode titled “Honesty Era” reveal the beloved matriarch of the Gilmore family gracing the screens on Apple TV+’s charming comedy.

In newly published photos from Entertainment Weekly, Bishop is spotted not just next to Ford’s character, Paul, but also Wendie Malick’s character Dr. Julie Baram (who plays Paul’s girlfriend on the Bill Lawrence series). Furthermore, Bishop’s character Susan appears alongside Lily Rabe and Ryan Caltagirone, along with Michael Urie in other shots. This suggests that the upcoming episode may present some challenging realities for Paul to confront.

Who is Kelly Bishop Playing Opposite Harrison Ford on Shrinking?

The creator, Lawrence, clarified to Entertainment Weekly that it was planned from the start to involve Paul’s ex-wife in the second season, as the theme of the season revolved around confronting one’s past. It’s challenging to advance unless you address and resolve issues from your past.

He went on to say that this season focuses on forgiveness. It’s significant that she’s here since it links to Paul’s family, and understanding, via Kelly, why he’s distant from his daughter, the things he regrets, and what he feels remorseful about, greatly enhanced his character development.

If you’re hoping for a fireworks display, then that’s exactly what you’ll get when these two go head-to-head in the episode. Lawrence hinted, “Bishop, even just appearing briefly, instantly feels like he’s her match and someone who can dish out as much as he takes. We’re really enjoying their dynamic together.

Indeed, it wasn’t merely her role in the Gilmore series that secured Bishop the part. As Lawrence stated, she was a highly favored candidate for the role due to her extensive experience on Broadway.

We’re big fans of Broadway shows, and learning that she was part of the original cast for ‘Chorus Line’ really got everyone pumped up!

The popular show “Shrinking” on Apple TV+ has been a massive success, leading to its swift renewal for a third season. As per Matt Cherniss, the Head of Programming, this renewal was among the most straightforward decisions he’s ever had to make.

It’s been delightful observing global audiences become enamored with the charming characters and immersive universe crafted by Bill, Brett, and Jason in Shrinking. We can’t wait for viewers to follow Jimmy, Paul, Liz, Gabby, Alice, Sean, Brian, and Derek as they embark on another chapter of their poignant, heartwarming, and laugh-out-loud journey in season three.

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2024-11-01 22:34