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This Is Us: Season 1

18 episodes Premiered Sep 20, 2016 Updated Jul 20, 2026

This Is Us is an American drama television series that follows the lives and families of three adults living and growing up in the United States. The series explores the lives of two parents and their three children in several different timeframes. The show is set in both present and past times, revealing the connection between the main characters and their shared birthday. The series is created by Dan Fogelman and s

Season overview

This Is Us is an American drama television series that follows the lives and families of three adults living and growing up in the United States. The series explores the lives of two parents and their three children in several different timeframes. The show is set in both present and past times, revealing the connection between the main characters and their shared birthday. The series is created by Dan Fogelman and stars an ensemble cast. It originally aired on NBC from an unspecified start date in 2016 to an unspecified end date in 2022.

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Episodes

S1·E1

Pilot

Sep 20, 2016 · 43 min

As their paths cross and their life stories intertwine in curious ways, we find that several of them share the same birthday and so much more than anyone would expect.

S1·E2

The Big Three

Sep 27, 2016 · 43 min

Toby helps Kate relax in the midst of her fervent quest to lose weight. Beth questions the motives of Randall's biological father, as Randall adjusts to having his dad in his life.

S1·E3

Kyle

Oct 11, 2016 · 43 min

Rebecca makes a surprise visit to Randall's home where she encounters his biological father, William. Kevin anxiously decides to take the plunge and move to New York to pursue a Br

S1·E4

The Pool

Oct 18, 2016 · 43 min

Rebecca and Jack take Kevin, Kate, and Randall to the community pool on a hot day and quickly realize each child is going through their own struggles. Kevin auditions for his first

S1·E5

The Game Plan

Oct 25, 2016 · 43 min

Rebecca and Jack get into an argument about starting a family. The family backstory behind the long line of love for the Pittsburgh Steelers is revealed. After accepting his part i

S1·E6

Career Days

Nov 1, 2016 · 43 min

Kate interviews for a new job that seems just about perfect, although it comes with a catch. Randall doubts his career choice and wonders if he followed the right path. Kevin and O

S1·E7

The Best Washing Machine in the World

Nov 15, 2016 · 43 min

The dynamic of Randall and Kevin's rocky relationship is explained. Beth and William spend time together, which unexpectedly brings to light a secret William has been keeping. As R

S1·E8

Pilgrim Rick

Nov 22, 2016 · 43 min

As Jack, Rebecca and the three kids make their way to Rebecca's parents' house for their traditional Thanksgiving holiday, an unforeseen detour occurs. Kate makes two drastic life-

S1·E9

The Trip

Nov 29, 2016 · 43 min

Kate, Kevin and Randall head to their family's cabin to get away after their chaotic family Thanksgiving. A very angry Randall finds comfort and explanation from his father, Jack.

S1·E10

Last Christmas

Dec 6, 2016 · 43 min

The Pearson family finds themselves at the hospital on Christmas Eve after little Kate comes down with appendicitis. When they run into Dr. Katowski, who is alone at the hospital,

S1·E11

The Right Thing to Do

Jan 10, 2017 · 43 min

Kate struggles with her feelings in the aftermath of Toby's heart attack. As William begins to spend more time with Jesse, Randall has to get used to his father's new relationship.

S1·E12

The Big Day

Jan 17, 2017 · 43 min

As the birth date of her triplets quickly approaches, a frazzled and emotional Rebecca forgets Jack's birthday. Dr. Katowski struggles with the loss of his wife and wonders how he'

S1·E13

Three Sentences

Jan 24, 2017 · 43 min

Jack and Rebecca get in over their heads when they decide to throw Kate, Kevin and Randall three separate parties for their 10th birthday. Randall struggles to make time for Willia

S1·E14

I Call Marriage

Feb 7, 2017 · 43 min

Toby throws a wrench in Kate's weight loss journey. Randall struggles to accept his father's deteriorating health. Miguel and Shelly break some devastating news to Jack and Rebecca

S1·E15

Jack Pearson's Son

Feb 14, 2017 · 43 min

As Kevin stresses about the premiere of his play, he receives support from an unexpected source. Randall struggles under the pressure of both his work and ailing father. Rebecca an

S1·E16

Memphis

Feb 21, 2017 · 43 min

Randall and William take a road trip to Memphis, where Randall learns about his biological father's past.

S1·E17

What Now?

Mar 7, 2017 · 43 min

The entire Pearson family gathers at Randall's for an unusual party. Kevin and Sophie's relationship deepens on the night of his play's premiere. Kate struggles to open up to Toby

S1·E18

Moonshadow

Mar 14, 2017 · 43 min

Jack heads to Cleveland to make things right with Rebecca on the night of her first big gig with the band. Randall, Kate and Kevin make big decisions about their futures.