You know how it is when life gets messy and you just want to escape into something real? Something that makes you feel, like, deep in your bones? That’s what This Is Us does for me.
I don’t even know how to explain it properly. It’s not just a show. It’s a comfort, a safe place. This story somehow gets you, no matter where you are in life.
And I swear, I’ve never felt this connected to a series before. It’s more than a show. It’s an experience!
At first glance, This Is Us looks like a simple family drama. But it’s not. It’s a story that jumps through time — showing you how moments, even the tiny ones, shape everything. You see the Pearson family grow and change across decades. You see love, heartbreak, mistakes, forgiveness. Most importantly, you see life.
And it hurts in the best way possible. One second, you’re laughing. The next? You’re crying so hard you have to pause just to breathe. It’s that kind of show.
And somehow, it makes you feel seen.
The Cast of This Is Us
Just. Wow. I have never—never—seen a show where every single actor is this good.
Mandy Moore as Rebecca Pearson
Moore doesn’t just play Rebecca. She is Rebecca. Every version of her, from young dreamer to devoted mom to an aging woman looking back at her life, feels so real. Like, I don’t even think of Mandy Moore when I watch. I just see Rebecca. And that’s rare.
Milo Ventimiglia as Jack Pearson
I know, I know, you probably remember him as Jess from Gilmore Girls. But Jack Pearson? This is the role of his life. He’s everything you’d want in a dad — strong, loving, but also deeply flawed. And the way he ages through the series? Insanely believable.
Chrissy Metz as Kate Pearson
Kate’s journey is one of the most real I’ve ever seen on TV. Struggling with body image, self-worth, family issues… it’s all there. And Chrissy Metz doesn’t just act it, she lives it. She’s the kind of character you just want to hug.
Justin Hartley as Kevin Pearson
Kevin. Oh, Kevin. On the outside, he’s the guy who has it all — good looks, fame, money. But underneath, he’s just a lost little boy trying to figure out who he really is. And Justin Hartley nails that mix of charm and hidden pain.
Sterling K. Brown as Randall Pearson
Randall’s story is one of the most powerful in the entire show. He was adopted, grew up always feeling a little different and spent his whole life trying to prove he belongs. Sterling K. Brown makes every single one of Randall’s struggles hurt. In the best way.
Why You NEED to Watch
If you love deep, emotional storytelling, this show is for you.
If you want something that makes you feel—really feel—this is for you.
And if you’re looking for the perfect show to binge when it’s cold outside, with a warm drink in your hands You definitely need This Is Us in your life.
There are six seasons and very single one is worth it. So grab a blanket. Get cozy. And let yourself feel. You’ll never forget this one.
