History of This Is Us in Timeline
This Is Us, created by Dan Fogelman, is a drama series that aired on NBC from 2016 to 2022. It chronicles the lives of Jack and Rebecca Pearson and their three children, Kevin, Kate, and Randall, across different time periods. The show explores themes of family, love, loss, and personal struggles as the characters navigate life's challenges and uncover family secrets. Key storylines include Jack's death and its impact, Randall's search for his biological parents, Kate's weight struggles, and Kevin's acting career and addiction. The ensemble cast includes Milo Ventimiglia, Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, and others. Filmed in Los Angeles, the series delves into the complexities of relationships and the enduring power of family connections.
1980: Flashbacks to Jack and Rebecca Circa 1980
In 1980, flashbacks focus on Jack and Rebecca, both before and after their children's birth, showing the early years of their relationship and family life.
1980: The Big Three's Birth and Kyle's Death
In 1980, the triplets Kevin and Kate were born six weeks premature on Jack's 36th birthday. Their brother Kyle was stillborn. Jack and Rebecca decided to adopt Randall, born the same day.
2015: Initial Movie Script Development
In the spring of 2015, Dan Fogelman began developing an 80-page movie script for what would eventually become This Is Us, while working for ABC Studios.
September 2016: NBC Picks Up This Is Us for Full Season
In September 2016, after viewing the initial episodes, NBC ordered a full season of 18 episodes for This Is Us.
September 20, 2016: This Is Us Series Premiere on NBC
On September 20, 2016, This Is Us, created by Dan Fogelman, premiered on NBC. The drama series follows the lives and families of two parents and their three children across different timeframes.
September 27, 2016: NBC Picks Up This Is Us for a Full Season
On September 27, 2016, NBC picked up This Is Us for a full season, consisting of 18 episodes.
2016: Present-Day Storyline Begins (2016-2022)
In 2016, the present-day storyline of This Is Us begins, running contemporaneously with the airing of the show through 2022.
January 2017: This Is Us Renewed for Two Additional Seasons
In January 2017, NBC renewed This Is Us for two additional seasons, each with 18 episodes, showcasing the show's early success.
January 2017: NBC Renews This Is Us for Two Additional Seasons
In January 2017, NBC renewed This Is Us for two more seasons, each consisting of 18 episodes, indicating the network's confidence in the series.
May 2017: Hulu Acquires SVOD Rights to This Is Us
In May 2017, Hulu acquired the SVOD rights to new and past episodes of This Is Us, to air exclusively on Hulu, NBC.com, and the NBC app.
September 26, 2017: Premiere of the Second Season
On September 26, 2017, the second season of This Is Us premiered on NBC, continuing the story of the Pearson family.
September 25, 2018: Premiere of the Third Season
On September 25, 2018, the third season of This Is Us premiered, further exploring the lives of the characters.
May 2019: This Is Us Renewed for Three More Seasons
In May 2019, NBC announced the renewal of This Is Us for three additional seasons, further extending the show's run.
September 24, 2019: Premiere of the Fourth Season
On September 24, 2019, the fourth season of This Is Us premiered on NBC.
October 27, 2020: Premiere of the Fifth Season
On October 27, 2020, the fifth season of This Is Us premiered, amidst challenges posed by the global pandemic.
May 12, 2021: Announcement of Series Conclusion
On May 12, 2021, it was announced that This Is Us would conclude with its sixth season.
May 2021: Sixth Season Announced as Final Season
In May 2021, it was announced that the sixth season of This Is Us would be the final season, setting an end date for the popular series.
January 4, 2022: Premiere of the Sixth and Final Season of This Is Us
On January 4, 2022, the sixth and final season of This Is Us premiered on NBC, marking the conclusion of the series' run.
May 3, 2022: Production Wraps on This Is Us
On May 3, 2022, production wrapped on This Is Us, marking the end of filming for the series.
May 24, 2022: This Is Us Series Finale
On May 24, 2022, This Is Us aired its final episode on NBC. The series, which premiered in 2016, concluded after multiple seasons following the Pearson family.
2022: Present-Day Storyline Concludes (2016-2022)
In 2022, the present-day storyline of This Is Us concludes, after running contemporaneously with the airing of the show since 2016.
January 8, 2024: Series Added to Netflix
On January 8, 2024, This Is Us was added to Netflix in the United States, increasing its availability to stream.
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