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This Is Us

"This Is Us" is an American drama television series created by Dan Fogelman that aired on NBC from 2016 to 2022.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

This Is Us is an American drama television series created by Dan Fogelman that aired on NBC from 2016 to 2022. It follows the Pearson family across multiple time periods using a non-linear narrative.

What it is

The series centres on Jack and Rebecca Pearson and their children, with storylines moving between the past, present, and future. It explores themes such as family, identity, grief, and relationships through its ensemble cast, including Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, Chrissy Metz, and Justin Hartley.

Key details

Created by Dan Fogelman, the series was originally developed under the title "36" before being retitled. It ran for six seasons from September 20, 2016, to May 24, 2022. The sixth season was announced as the final season in May 2021.

Reception and legacy

The series received strong audience interest and positive critical attention for its emotional storytelling and performances. It earned awards recognition during its run. In Canada, it aired on broadcast and streaming platforms associated with NBC programming and was widely watched by Canadian audiences.

In short

  • Premiered on NBC on September 20, 2016, and ended on May 24, 2022.
  • Ensemble cast includes Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, Chrissy Metz, and Justin Hartley.
  • The sixth season was announced as the final season in May 2021.
  • Originally developed under the title "36".
Canadian angle

The series aired in Canada on broadcast and streaming platforms associated with NBC programming, and it was widely watched by Canadian audiences as a major North American television drama.

Quick questions

What is This Is Us about?
It is a family drama about the Pearson family, told across different eras of their lives.
Who created This Is Us?
The series was created by Dan Fogelman.
How many seasons does This Is Us have?
The series ran for six seasons.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/This_Is_Us
    Supports: Series creation, premise, original network, run dates, seasons, and main cast.
  2. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/this_is_us
    Supports: Premise, character descriptions, genre, network, and release date.
  3. AARP — https://www.aarp.org/entertainment/television/this-is-us/
    Supports: Series premise, family structure, time-shifting narrative, and final season context.
  4. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5555260/
    Supports: General series overview, cast, and reception context.