This Is Us Showbiz Cheat Sheet

This Is Us
This Is Us
This Is Us is an award-winning TV drama airing on the NBC network that shows the generational story of the Pearson family. This Is Us had received 38 Emmy nominations and four wins. The drama follows a set of triplets collectively known as "The Big Three"—Randall (Sterling K. Brown), Kate (Chrissy Metz), and Kevin (Justin Hartley)—while weaving in the backstory of their parents: Rebecca (Mandy Moore) and Jack (Milo Ventimiglia). The show takes place in the present time but includes flashbacks to show the family's past. It also consists of flashforwards to show how the future generation of the family ends up. The series has six seasons. The finale aired on May 24, 2022.
- TV Genre: Drama
- Network: NBC
- Creator: Dan Fogelman
- Where to Watch: Fans can watch This Is Us on NBC and Hulu.
- Current Cast: Mandy Moore, Milo Ventimiglia, Sterling K. Brown, Susan Kelechi Watson, Chrissy Metz, Chris Sullivan, Justin Hartley, Jon Huertas
- Number of Seasons: 6
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Sadly, 'This Is Us' came to an end after season 6, but star Mandy Moore later reflected on the importance of the show and shared how it has changed lives.

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Jon Huertas and Milo Ventimiglia on the set of NBC's 'This Is Us.'

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Jennifer Morrison as Cassidy in 'This Is Us' Season 6. She's wearing a black dress, her hair is pulled back, and she's smiling.

‘This Is Us’: Jennifer Morrison Reveals How Cassidy Makes Viewers ‘Feel Seen’

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‘This Is Us’ Fans Feel Let Down Over Storyline Predictions They Had for the Series That ‘Didn’t Pan Out’

'This Is Us' fans were let down over predictions they had for the series' storylines that didn't pan out in the way they expected.

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‘This Is Us’: Jennifer Morrison Addresses Kevin Pearson’s Endgame — ‘I Definitely Rooted for Cassidy’

Jennifer Morrison recently addressed Kevin Pearson's endgame in 'This Is Us,' admitting she understood it — even if she 'rooted for Cassidy.'

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Jennifer Morrison Reveals Why Her Time on ‘This Is Us’ Felt ‘Otherworldly’

Jennifer Morrison described her experience on the set of 'This Is Us' as 'otherworldly,' admitting the show's inevitable ending may have had something to do with that.

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Even though Kevin ended up with his childhood sweetheart in 'This Is Us,' Justin Hartley confessed that Madison and Cassidy were intriguing love interests, too.

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‘This Is Us’: Milo Ventimiglia Claims ‘Superhero’ Jack Pearson Has ‘Something We Need to See out of Men’

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Although NBC wanted 'This Is Us' to have more than six seasons, creator Dan Fogelman convinced the network to let him end the show on his terms.

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‘This Is Us’ Creator Dan Fogelman Knew 1 Reason Copycat Shows Failed

After 'This Is Us,' many shows tried to copy the formula. Early in the show's run, Dan Fogelman already called it that they wouldn't have what he had in his pocket.

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Mandy Moore bid farewell to Rebecca Pearson during season 6 of 'This Is Us.' As it turns out, the actor had the rare experience of attending her character's funeral.

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'This Is Us' recently aired its series finale, and Rebecca Pearson actor Mandy Moore believes the series delivered a satisfying — albeit emotional — conclusion.

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