Follows the lives and families of three adults living and growing up in the United States of America in present and past times. As their paths cross and their life stories intertwine in curious ways, we find that several of them share the same birthday - and so much more than anyone would expect.
Nine Bucks (Episode 1) 7.9
Writer: Dan Fogelman
Air date: 2018-09-25
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Big changes are afoot for Kate, Kevin and Randall as they celebrate their 38th birthday. Jack and Rebecca go on their first date. Deja turns a corner.
A Philadelphia Story (Episode 2) 8.0
Writer: Kay Oyegun
Air date: 2018-10-02
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: The Pearson family comes together to support Kevin at his movie premiere. The teenage Big Three confront college decisions in the wake of Jack's death. Kate and Toby start IVF.
Katie Girls (Episode 3) 7.3
Writer: Julia Brownell
Air date: 2018-10-09
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Jack's legacy impacts his adult children's lives in meaningful ways, as Kate undergoes a medical procedure, Kevin begins a search to discover his father's past and Randall makes a big decision. Rebecca makes the most important choice of her life.
Vietnam (Episode 4) 8.0
Writer: Dan Fogelman
Air date: 2018-10-16
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: A young Jack makes a decision that will impact the course of his life.
Toby (Episode 5) 8.0
Writer: K.J. Steinberg
Air date: 2018-10-23
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Kate and Toby try to keep busy while waiting for big news. Randall embarks on a new journey. Kevin meets someone from his father's past.
Kamsahamnida (Episode 6) 8.5
Writer: Vera Herbert
Air date: 2018-10-30
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Kate struggles with Toby's depression. Randall makes time for Kevin, who obsesses about Jack's past.
Sometimes (Episode 7) 8.5
Writer: Bekah Brunstetter
Air date: 2018-11-13
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Kevin and Zoe land in Vietnam. In the past, Jack and Rebecca take a road trip to Los Angeles. Jack's war story continues to be revealed.
Six Thanksgivings (Episode 8) 8.0
Writer: Kevin Falls
Air date: 2018-11-20
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: The Pearsons have an unconventional Thanksgiving dinner. In the past, Jack, Rebecca and the big three spend Thanksgiving with Miguel.
The Beginning Is the End Is the Beginning (Episode 9) 6.2
Writer: Shukree Hassan Tilghman
Air date: 2018-11-27
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Kevin arrives at the Ville his father served in. Kate pursues a new opportunity. Randall debates Councilman Solomon Brown. In the past, Jack struggles to get through to his brother.
The Last Seven Weeks (Episode 10) 8.5
Writer: Laura Kenar
Air date: 2019-01-15
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Randall's campaign comes to a close. Kevin meets someone from Zoe's past. Kate and Toby get ready for the baby.
Songbird Road (1) (Episode 11) 8.5
Writer: Kevin Falls
Air date: 2019-01-22
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Rebecca and the Big Three reckon with secrets Jack kept from them. Jack's Vietnam story continues to be revealed.
Songbird Road (2) (Episode 12) 8.5
Writer: Julia Brownell
Air date: 2019-02-12
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Kevin attempts to help Nicky. Randall and Kate reflect on differing memories of their childhood.
Our Little Island Girl (Episode 13) 8.5
Writer: Eboni Freeman
Air date: 2019-02-19
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Beth's trip home to care for her mother sparks an unexpected realization.
The Graduates (Episode 14) 8.5
Writer: K.J. Steinberg
Air date: 2019-03-05
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Kevin keeps a secret from Zoe. Randall gets unexpected news about Deja. In the past, the Big Three graduate from High School.
The Waiting Room (Episode 15) 6.7
Writer: Bekah Brunstetter
Air date: 2019-03-12
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Tensions run high as the Pearsons await news about Kate's pregnancy.
Don't Take My Sunshine Away (Episode 16) 8.0
Writer: Vera Herbert
Air date: 2019-03-19
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Beth and Randall adjust to their new normal. Kate and Toby spend time with baby Jack. Zoe and Kevin work on their relationship.
R & B (Episode 17) 8.5
Writer: Kay Oyegun
Air date: 2019-03-26
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: A history of Beth and Randall through the ages.
Her (Episode 18) 8.5
Writer: Elizabeth Berger
Air date: 2019-04-02
Runtime: 43 min
Overview: Rebecca helps Kate and Toby care for baby Jack. Zoe and Kevin look after Tess and Annie. Randall and Beth consider how to move forward.