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Season 2 – This Is Us

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The Pearson family's generational story unfolds in this emotional drama. In moments of love, joy, triumph and heartbreak, revelations emerge from parents Jack and Rebecca's past, while triplets Kate, Randall and Kevin discover deeper meaning in their present day lives. Successful businessman and father Randall searches for information about his biological parents. Kate finds love and self-acceptance while battling obesity. Kevin pursues a more meaningful career, which brings some difficult choices.
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This Is Us — Season 2

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Critics Consensus

This is Us continues to tug at heartstrings with an emotional exploration of family that ensures viewers will want to keep the tissues close -- and their loved ones closer.

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Debi Enker The Age (Australia) 11/06/2018
It's a fine start to the season on a show that's never been shy of big emotions. Go to Full Review Guy Pewsey London Evening Standard 07/05/2018
The strong performances across the board, and the sense of quiet intrigue provided by a tragedy looming in the distance, renders it a family affair worth sticking with. Go to Full Review Emily St. James Vox 03/14/2018
This Is Us isn't a particularly good television show, but it's an excellent pressure release valve. And couldn't you use a pressure release valve? Go to Full Review Li Lai Mediaversity Reviews 08/05/2019
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This Is Us smashes barriers in its exploration of mental health and addiction. Go to Full Review Siddhant Adlakha Firstpost 06/25/2019
Where This is Us truly shines, though, is in the story of Randall. In his childhood flashbacks, an awareness of his race - and of the larger implications of being Black in America - brings with it stories of gradually coming-into-Blackness. Go to Full Review Sara Wallis Daily Mirror (UK) 07/09/2018
Please take this as a warning. One moment you could be chuckling with joyful abandon. The next sucker punched in the left ventricle with some heart-wrenching scene. And it bloody hurts. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Christan D. @RT24872560 May 16 Cried so hard every episode every season laughed even harder … stayed up late and binged watched plz keep going we need more See more Jayy J @RT85035141 Jun 24 OMG!!! I loved it!! I just finished watching it. I cried on a lot of the scenes because of how relatable they were. Thank you for this show!! :') See more Abbie T @RT07757233 11/10/2024 I just love Toby and Kate's relationship ❤️ Jack and Rebecca remind me soo much of my parents. I lost my dad around the same age so I can relate to this. I have cried a lot so far See more Hum T @RT73884469 04/21/2024 The second season did not disappoint!!! And the tears keep coming! My favorite show ever! See more Gevorg H @Gevorg 11/25/2023 Poor Jack 🥲 The build-up and resolution was well done See more 05/24/2022 It's good, I'd recommend it See more Read all reviews
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Mandy Moore

Rebecca Pearson

Milo Ventimiglia

Jack Pearson

Sterling K. Brown

Randall Pearson

Chrissy Metz

Kate Pearson

Justin Hartley

Kevin Pearson

Chris Sullivan

Toby Damon

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 26, 2017 A Father's Advice Randall and Beth debate a big life change; Kate takes the first step in pursuing a new passion; Kevin balances the demands of his career and relationship; Jack and Rebecca deal with the fallout of their big fight. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 3, 2017 A Manny-Splendored Thing The entire Pearson family visits Kevin on set in Los Angeles for a "Manny" taping; Jack confronts his demons in the wake of his fight with Rebecca. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 10, 2017 Deja Vu Kate visits Kevin on the set of his movie; Randall and Beth get exciting news; Rebecca tries to reconnect with Jack. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 17, 2017 Still There Randall and Beth adjust to a new family dynamic; Kate books her first big gig; Kevin suffers a setback on his movie; Jack and Rebecca are visited by an unwelcome guest. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 24, 2017 Brothers Kate surprises Toby at work; Kevin and Randall attend a fundraiser for Sophie's hospital; Jack takes the boys on a camping trip, leaving Rebecca to deal with some unexpected news. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 31, 2017 The 20's Trick-or-treating with the 10-year-olds goes awry for Jack and Rebecca; Randall, Kevin and Kate have life-changing Halloweens. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 7, 2017 The Most Disappointed Man Randall adjusts to the foster system; Kate and Toby take the next step in their relationship; Kevin visits Sophie in New York; Jack and Rebecca finalize Randall's adoption. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 14, 2017 Number One Kevin goes back to his high school to accept an award; Jack and Rebecca are excited about their kids' futures. Details Episode 9 Aired Nov 21, 2017 Number Two Kate and Toby's lives take an unexpected turn; Rebecca encourages Kate's singing aspirations. Details Episode 10 Aired Nov 28, 2017 Number Three Randall and Beth face a hard choice; Jack takes Randall on a college tour. Details Episode 11 Aired Jan 9, 2018 The Fifth Wheel The Pearsons come together under unexpected circumstances; Jack surprises the family with a summer vacation. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 16, 2018 Clooney Kate shops for a wedding dress; Kevin embraces a new lifestyle; Randall looks into William's past; Jack, Rebecca and the children go to the mall. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 23, 2018 That'll Be the Day Kevin helps Randall and Beth with a project; Kate contemplates a big gift for Toby; Jack and Rebecca talk about their future. Details Episode 14 Aired Feb 4, 2018 Super Bowl Sunday Following a dramatic house fire, the Pearson family is forever changed on a fateful Super Bowl Sunday. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 6, 2018 The Car The history of the Pearsons as told through the life of the family car. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 27, 2018 Vegas, Baby Kate and Toby go to Las Vegas for their bachelor and bachelorette parties; Jack and Rebecca celebrate their anniversary. Details Episode 17 Aired Mar 6, 2018 This Big, Amazing, Beautiful Life Randall and Beth welcome visitors to their home. Details Episode 18 Aired Mar 13, 2018 The Wedding The Pearsons come together to celebrate Kate and Toby's wedding. Details

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Season Info

Director
Ken Olin
Executive Producer
Dan Fogelman, Jess Rosenthal, Charlie Gogolak, John Requa, Glenn Ficarra
Screenwriter
Kay Oyegun
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-14 (S)
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 26, 2017