Harrison Ford Hints He May Be Done Acting After 'Shrinking'

Harrison Ford is starting to think seriously about retirement, and he says his experience on 'Shrinking' may have set the perfect final chapter for his acting career.

The legendary actor recently shared that working on the Apple TV+ series was so meaningful that he would feel content if it turned out to be his last role on screen. 'Shrinking,' created by Bill Lawrence and Brett Goldstein, features Ford as a behavioral therapist living with Parkinson's disease. The show has just returned for its third season, with new episodes releasing weekly until the finale on 8th April.

Harrison Ford on Working in 'Shrinking'

During a recent press event, the cast was asked how the show made them reflect on their careers. Ford didn't hesitate to jump in. After decades in Hollywood, he said this project felt different from anything he had done before. The work challenged him in new ways and gave him a deep sense of purpose, something he values more than ever at this stage of his life. For him, 'Shrinking' feels special, fulfilling, and genuinely important.

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Harrison Fordalso spoke about working alongside Michael J. Fox, who appears in several episodes this season. Fox's real-life journey with Parkinson's helped inspire the show's portrayal of the disease. Ford said Fox has long been a source of inspiration, praising his strength, determination, and tireless work ethic.

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Harrison Ford on Portraying Parkinson's

Taking on a role tied so closely to Fox's real experiences wasn't easy. Ford admitted he felt a strong responsibility to portray the condition with honesty and care. Getting to know Fox through the show only deepened that commitment. He described the experience as powerful and moving, saying Fox's grace, courage, and resilience left a lasting impression on him and shaped his performance.

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Fox was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease in 1991 at age 29 and stepped away from acting in 2020. He later founded the Michael J. Fox Foundation, which has become a major force in funding research for a cure.

Harrison Ford has continued to publicly admire Fox, recently calling him generous, supportive, and an incredibly talented actor. For Ford, 'Shrinking' wasn't just another role. It was a rare project that offered meaning, connection, and reflection, and if it turns out to be his last, he seems at peace with that.

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