This Is Us: Season 5
Season 5 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 4.
- 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 5 Progress Shield
Forty (1) / Forty (2)
Oct 27, 2020
The Pearsons gather to celebrate their 40th birthday while musing about the day they were born.
Changes
Nov 10, 2020
Kevin and Madison navigate their engagement as Kate and Toby take a big step in their adoption journey. Jack and Rebecca brace for puberty.
Honestly
Nov 17, 2020
Malik shadows Randall at work. Kevin struggles to connect with his new movie director. Jack and Rebecca struggle to sleep train their babies.
A Long Road Home
Jan 5, 2021
Kate confronts her past. Randall's brush with viral fame leads to an unexpected discovery. Kevin debates the best path for his future.
There
Feb 9, 2021
Kevin embarks on a stressful road trip. Jack and young Kevin go to a football training camp.
In the Room
Feb 16, 2021
The Pearsons navigate huge family milestones together, from a distance.
The Ride
Feb 23, 2021
A series of car rides propels the Pearson's towards new stages of their lives.
I've Got This
Mar 16, 2021
Beth navigates qualms with her mother. Kevin and Kate bring their families together for dinner.
Both Things Can Be True
Apr 6, 2021
Jack and Miguel bond. Kevin and Madison navigate challenges. Randall seeks out a new kind of support network.
The Music and the Mirror
May 11, 2021
Beth navigates her career path. Kate and Toby face unexpected issues. A run in with someone from his past gives Kevin pause.
Jerry 2.0
May 18, 2021
Kevin and Madison partake in their respective bachelor and bachelorette parties.