This Is Usfinale recap: 'Moonshadow'

Jack and Rebecca are no longer in tune. And by that estimation, the season 1 finale ofThis Is Usmay have left many wanting. Hes hesitant, but she persists. She doesnt have one. And its totally okay! Because shed rather be focusing on her music. She just recorded a demo, after all. Rebeccas gal pals, however, are dubious. (Also, wouldnt a 401(k) be more fiscally sound anyway?) Flash forward to the 90s, and Rebeccas in the dressing room getting ready for her first tour stop....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 560 words · Thomas Richardson

This Is Usfinale: Mandy Moore on THAT fight and final moment

Hold onto those necklaces, folks. Were entering unchartered territory here. Jack and Rebecca a.k.a. Who had lived life in service of the other?! (Although his ticking life clock would beg to differ, unbeknownst to him.) (Once covered by Moore herself.) Lets talk about that fight scene. Were you intimidated to tackle that? So that was the goal initially and we did it. Whose side do you feel yourself taking in that fight when you watch that scene?...

May 1, 2025 · 5 min · 866 words · Kathy Jensen

This Is Usfinale: Sterling K. Brown on Randall's family surprise

Jack assured her that the Big Three would be just fine. Something that exceeds even our wildest dreams. How did Brown feel about this perfect pay-it-forward parenting moment in Tuesdays episode? So, its sort of art imitating life imitating art. I dont know which one came first, the chicken or the egg. So, what changed in Randall about expanding his family as he looked over that album? It definitely was something that went on internally within him, says Brown....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 140 words · Michael Davis

This Is Usinspires tearjerking wedding photo shoot

One of the most emotional moments fromThis Is Ushas been brought to life. Peter and Emily are the couple who agreed to model for the shoot. But I casually sent some messages to some friends to see if they knew anyone." Karen Rainier “It seemed like the shoot was meant to be,” Rainier added. See more photos from the shoot onKarenRainierBlog.com. Ron Batzdorff/NBC Karen Rainier Karen Rainier Karen Rainier Karen Rainier...

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 75 words · Tammy Barnett

This Is Uspremiere recap: 'A Father's Advice'

We open on what else? a sweeping, earnest montage. Were introduced to each Pearson getting ecstatic over dreams potentially coming to fruition. They tell the kids, who are angry and confused. (This is insane! a distraught Kate yells.) Randall, as an adult, is hoping never to ask that question. We only ever talk about what you want, Randall, she tries explaining. This is becoming a weird pattern. The past lingers over Kate, too, as she prepares for her audition....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 269 words · Paul Powell

This Is Uspremiere recap: Season 1, Episode 1

Dan Fogelman is here to make you cry. dramaPitchon Fox and the “it’s everyone’s 36th birthday!” dramaThis Is Uson NBC. Credit: Paul Drinkwater/NBC The latter of which is, ostensibly, why you and I are here today. (I’ve already expensed a 36-pack from Costco. Shhh, don’t tell accounting!) Let’s get the sobfest started! The Birthday Bunch includes: …Who is Kate! The two are siblings. “How did I get here?” “I ate my dream life away,” she sighs....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 455 words · Michelle Liu

This Is Uspremiere: Milo Ventimiglia on Jack's alcoholism, split with Rebecca

I think it was what the show needed, says Ventimiglia. I feel like giving away Jacks death at the end of the season thats too easy. [Both] of them are dealing with hurt, dealing with disappointment, but there are logistics. Dont miss People and EWs This Is Us LIVE viewing party! And its possible that one of them may know more than the others. Are Jack and Rebecca going to be honest and tell them whats going on?...

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 222 words · Tony Jones

This Is Usprequel: Mandy Moore on that all-flashback episode

Before the Big Three arrived into this world, there was a time when Rebecca was pregnant with triplets. Like, none of her shoes fit her swollen feet. And she was overwhelmed and distressed that there was too much work to get done on the new house. Credit: Ron Batzdorff/NBC This was the day that was explored in depth on Tuesdays episode ofThis Is Us. Want a little more insight into The Big Day?...

May 1, 2025 · 5 min · 994 words · Cameron Quinn

This Is Usproducer breaks down Jack and Rebecca's fight, tension with Ben

There was cause for concern nearly everywhere on Tuesdays installment of NBCsThis Is Us. Beths mother broke her hip. Williams health was breaking down. Randall himself seemed headed for a breakdown. Kevin was stressed that he would tank on the opening night of his play. Jack and Rebeccas relationship took a turn a hard one for the worse. (And what about Toby and Kate? Dont get us started, because, well… there wasnt much to get started on....

May 1, 2025 · 4 min · 746 words · Michael Baker

This Is Usproducer breaks down Tess' revelation, Thanksgiving drama

is always a bit of a high bar. Our schedule doesnt allow for anything like that. Tess later tells Kate not to mention anything to Randall and Beth. Credit: Ron Batzdorff/NBC (2) I dont think shes worried What if my parents dont love me anymore? She needed to double-check that Kate got that. Shes pretty young, so maybe the storyline of her beginning to explore her sexuality wont play out immmediately....

May 1, 2025 · 2 min · 357 words · Linda Hill

This Is Usproducers on Jack's haunting decision — and that family meeting with Nicky

This story contains plot details from Tuesdays episode ofThis Is Us, titled Songbird Road: Part One. So, now you know: Jack knew. And Nicky is alive and, well, not well. Credit: Ron Batzdorff/NBC; Brent Lewin/NBC How far gone is Nicky? Will Rebecca be next to meet him? How should the family and you, dear viewer feel about Jack now? EW rang upTIUs own Butch and Sundance (or is it Thelma and Louise?...

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 588 words · Brian Hopkins

This Is Uspromotes Lyric Ross — a.k.a. Deja — to full-time cast member

She may have mangled a Mercedes, but Deja will be sticking aroundThis Is Usfor a while. Ross joined the show last year, appearing in half of season 2s episodes. Last season, the then-14-year-old Ross impressed her costars in short order. Ron Batzdorff/NBC Shes so nuanced, Watson told EW. I like that she doesnt take a stab at act it. She really does just speak and feel out a situation and sense a situation....

May 1, 2025 · 1 min · 98 words · Vincent Clark

This Is Usrecap: 'I Call Marriage'

Jack and Rebecca exchange marriage vows. Then comes… complications. For Jack and Rebecca. Credit: Ron Batzdorff/NBC For Kevin and Sophie. Even for Randall and Beth. And bubble baths and lava fries cant always fix everything. You guys made some pretty big promises to each other, Miguel says. But if I trust anyone to keep them, its the two of you. And what should be a carefree occasion turns somber quickly when the latter couple announce they are divorcing....

May 1, 2025 · 3 min · 603 words · John Flynn