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This Is Us: Season 4

18 episodes Premiered Sep 24, 2019
Previously on This Is Us

Season 4 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 3.
  • ⚡ 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.
Season 4 Episodes

Episode Guide

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Season 4: Filler vs. Essential Canon

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Mytharc (4): Crucial lore & season climaxes
Core (14): Character development & subplots
Side Quest (0): Standalone / filler
S4·E1 Mytharc

Strangers

Sep 24, 2019

Jack meets Rebecca's parents. New characters are introduced.

S4·E2 Mytharc

The Pool: Part Two

Oct 1, 2019

Beth and Randall adjust to life in Philadelphia. Jack and Rebecca take the Big Three to the pool.

S4·E3 Core

Unhinged

Oct 8, 2019

Randall is confronted with a tough choice; Kate and Toby adjust to their new home; Miguel and Jack's friendship solidifies.

S4·E4 Core

Flip a Coin

Oct 15, 2019

Kevin reflects on his past. Rebecca visits Randall at college. Beth's mom comes to visit. Kate and Toby share new experiences with Baby Jack.

S4·E5 Core

Storybook Love

Oct 22, 2019

Rebecca hosts a dinner party. Kevin tries to support those around him. Randall faces concerns about how his family is adjusting to their new home.

S4·E6 Core

The Club

Oct 29, 2019

Kate and Toby try to make time for their marriage. Jack attempts to prove himself to Rebecca's father. Randall struggles to find his place with the other councilmen.

S4·E7 Core

The Dinner and the Date

Nov 5, 2019

Deja pushes the boundaries of Randall and Beth's trust. Jack and Rebecca invite Randall's new teacher over for dinner.

S4·E8 Core

Sorry

Nov 12, 2019

Rebecca visits Randall in Philadelphia. Beth is troubled by a request from Deja. Kevin has doubts about himself.

S4·E9 Core

So Long, Marianne

Nov 19, 2019

The Pearson family gathers for their first Thanksgiving at Randall's Philadelphia townhouse.

S4·E10 Core

Light and Shadows

Jan 14, 2020

Kevin searches for romance. Kate meets Toby's Crossfit friends. Randall travels to LA to be with Rebecca.

S4·E14 Core

The Cabin

Feb 18, 2020

The Big Three reconnect at the family cabin.

S4·E15 Core

Clouds

Feb 25, 2020

Kevin spends the day with Rebecca. Toby makes a grand gesture. The Big Three get their report cards.

S4·E17 Mytharc

After the Fire

Mar 17, 2020

Randall reflects on what could have been.

S4·E18 Mytharc

Strangers: Part Two

Mar 24, 2020

The Pearsons gather to celebrate Baby Jack's first birthday.