The worst episodes of This Is Us
Ranked by viewer rating, lows first. Lit marks on the season rail place this list across the run. Vote on a placement to back it or contest it.
- 01
Deja pushes the boundaries of Randall and Beth's trust. Jack and Rebecca invite Randall's new teacher over for dinner.
- 02
The Pearsons visit New York City.
- 03
Kevin reflects on his past. Rebecca visits Randall at college. Beth's mom comes to visit. Kate and Toby share new experiences with Baby Jack.
- 04
The Beginning Is the End Is the Beginning
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.
- 05
The Pearsons gather to celebrate their 40th birthday while musing about the day they were born.
- 06
Randall uncovers new truths about his past.
- 07
Malik and Deja share controversial news at dinner.
- 08
Kate finds strength in unexpected places.
- 09
Rebecca finds solace with an old friend as the Pearsons struggle to cope with tragedy. Jack teaches Kevin and Randall to drive.
- 10
A series of car rides propels the Pearson's towards new stages of their lives.
- 11
Kevin and Madison partake in their respective bachelor and bachelorette parties.
- 12
Kate confronts her past. Randall's brush with viral fame leads to an unexpected discovery. Kevin debates the best path for his future.
- 13
Beth navigates her career path. Kate and Toby face unexpected issues. A run in with someone from his past gives Kevin pause.
- 14
Tensions run high as the Pearsons await news about Kate's pregnancy.
- 15
Beth navigates qualms with her mother. Kevin and Kate bring their families together for dinner.
- 16
Kate and Toby go to Las Vegas for their bachelor/bachelorette parties. Meanwhile, Jack and Rebecca celebrate their wedding anniversary.
- 17
Jack meets Rebecca's parents. New characters are introduced.
- 18
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.
- 19
Toby throws a wrench in Kate's weight loss journey. Randall struggles to accept his father's deteriorating health. Miguel and Shelly break some devastating news to Jack and Rebecca, which makes them worry about their own relationship. Rebecca receives an amazing work opportunity. Kevin examines his romantic past.
- 20
Trick-or-treating with the 10-year-olds goes awry for Jack and Rebecca. Randall, Kevin and Kate have life-changing Halloweens.
- 21
Rebecca and Jack get into an argument about starting a family. The family backstory behind the long line of love for the Pittsburgh Steelers is revealed. After accepting his part in the play, Kevin realizes his script is relevant to his own life. Randall and Beth encounter an unexpected turn of events.
- 22
Kate goes wedding dress shopping. Kevin embraces a new lifestyle while Randall explores William's past. Jack and Rebecca take the kids to the mall.
- 23
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.
- 24
Beth's trip home to care for her mother sparks an unexpected realization.
- 25
Kate struggles with her feelings in the aftermath of Toby's heart attack. As William begins to spend more time with Jesse, Randall has to get used to his father's new relationship. After receiving the news they're expecting triplets, Jack and Rebecca must find a way to afford a home that can accommodate three babies. Olivia unexpectedly resurfaces, throwing both Kevin and Sloane for a loop.
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