This Is Us: Season 3
Season 3 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of This Is Us Season 2.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 3 Progress Shield
Nine Bucks
Sep 25, 2018
Big changes are afoot for Kate, Kevin and Randall as they celebrate their 38th birthday. Jack and Rebecca go on their first date. Deja turns a corner.
A Philadelphia Story
Oct 2, 2018
The Pearson family comes together to support Kevin at his movie premiere. The teenage Big Three confront college decisions in the wake of Jack's death. Kate and Toby start IVF.
Katie Girls
Oct 9, 2018
Jack's legacy impacts his adult children's lives in meaningful ways, as Kate undergoes a medical procedure, Kevin begins a search to discover his father's past and Randall makes a
Vietnam
Oct 16, 2018
A young Jack makes a decision that will impact the course of his life.
Toby
Oct 23, 2018
Kate and Toby try to keep busy while waiting for big news. Randall embarks on a new journey. Kevin meets someone from his father's past.
Kamsahamnida
Oct 30, 2018
Kate struggles with Toby's depression. Randall makes time for Kevin, who obsesses about Jack's past.
Sometimes
Nov 13, 2018
Kevin and Zoe land in Vietnam. In the past, Jack and Rebecca take a road trip to Los Angeles. Jack's war story continues to be revealed.
Six Thanksgivings
Nov 20, 2018
The Pearsons have an unconventional Thanksgiving dinner. In the past, Jack, Rebecca and the big three spend Thanksgiving with Miguel.
The Beginning Is the End Is the Beginning
Nov 27, 2018
Kevin arrives at the Ville his father served in. Kate pursues a new opportunity. Randall debates Councilman Solomon Brown. In the past, Jack struggles to get through to his brother
The Last Seven Weeks
Jan 15, 2019
Randall's campaign comes to a close. Kevin meets someone from Zoe's past. Kate and Toby get ready for the baby.
Songbird Road (1)
Jan 22, 2019
Rebecca and the Big Three reckon with secrets Jack kept from them. Jack's Vietnam story continues to be revealed.
Songbird Road (2)
Feb 12, 2019
Kevin attempts to help Nicky. Randall and Kate reflect on differing memories of their childhood.
Our Little Island Girl
Feb 19, 2019
Beth's trip home to care for her mother sparks an unexpected realization.
The Graduates
Mar 5, 2019
Kevin keeps a secret from Zoe. Randall gets unexpected news about Deja. In the past, the Big Three graduate from High School.
The Waiting Room
Mar 12, 2019
Tensions run high as the Pearsons await news about Kate's pregnancy.
Don't Take My Sunshine Away
Mar 19, 2019
Beth and Randall adjust to their new normal. Kate and Toby spend time with baby Jack. Zoe and Kevin work on their relationship.
Her
Apr 2, 2019
Rebecca helps Kate and Toby care for baby Jack. Zoe and Kevin look after Tess and Annie. Randall and Beth consider how to move forward.