This Is Us

Season 2 · 18 Episodes

Season 2

201718 Episodes

After a devastating loss of a member of his family and a nervous breakdown, Randall decides to change all their lives by making some bold decisions in order to honour the legacies of his father(s). Kate finally decides to pursue a career in singing, supported by her fiancé Toby, which will put their relationship to the test. Meanwhile, Kevin is reunited with his first love Sophie and about to become a huge movie star, until the ghosts of his past catch up with him. Turns out that "The Big Three" depend on Jack and Rebecca - in more ways than they allow themselves to admit it.

Episodes

It's the Big Three's 37th birthdays. Randall and Beth debate a big life change, Kate takes the first step in pursuing a new passion, and Kevin balances the demands of his career and relationship. Meanwhile, Jack and Rebecca deal with the fallout of their big fight.

Director

Ken Olin

Written By

Dan Fogelman

Guest Stars

Ron Howard

Ron Howard (uncredited)

Brett Tucker

Band Manager

Ashley Loren

Amber

Krishna Smitha

Mary

Tod Nakamura

Aito

Isabel Marcus

Allison

Bryan Coffee

Hotel Café Manager

Adam Wang

Asian Dad

Jully Lee

Asian Mom

Dana Lyn Baron

Woman With Clipboard

Jermel Nakia

Young William

Amanda Leighton

Teen Sophie

The entire Pearson family visits Kevin on set in Los Angeles for a "Manny" taping. Jack confronts his demons in the wake of his fight with Rebecca.

Director

John Fortenberry

Written By

Dan Fogelman, Bekah Brunstetter

Guest Stars

Jason Michael Snow

Peter

Sophia Coto

10 Year Old Sophie

Jason Butler Harner

AA Speaker

John Shelton

Jewelry Store Clerk

Abigail Zoe Lewis

Little Manny Girl

Ajgie Kirkland

Boxing Ring Employee

Tom Lommel

Lundy Co-Worker

Abe Farrelly

Manny PA

Mark Cohen

Warm Up Guy

Andrew Santino

Casey

Kate visits Kevin on the set of his movie. Randall and Beth get exciting news. Rebecca tries to reconnect with Jack.

Director

Glenn Ficarra, John Requa

Written By

Elizabeth Berger, Isaac Aptaker

Guest Stars

Lyric Ross

Déjà Pearson

Wynn Everett

Shelly

Ron Howard

Ron Howard (uncredited)

Sylvester Stallone

Debra Jo Rupp

Linda

Kristin Minter

Ms. Dobson

Gwendolyn Oliver

Script Supervisor

Eli Bildner

Alejandro Barrios

Slate Guy

Randall and Beth adjust to a new family dynamic. Kate books her first big gig. Kevin suffers a setback on his movie. Jack and Rebecca are visited by an unwelcome guest.

Director

Ken Olin

Written By

Vera Herbert

Guest Stars

Lyric Ross

Déjà Pearson

Brian Grazer

Eliza Shin

Dr. Lu

Sasha Matthews

Maya

Jason Sims-Prewitt

Duncan

Nick Smoke

Brady

Shawn Patrick Clifford

Bowling Alley Employee

Tom Virtue

Dr. Grader

Arianna Ortiz

Sara Arroyo

Elizabeth Perkins

Janet Malone

Kate surprises Toby at work. Kevin and Randall attend a charity fundraiser for Sophie's hospital. Jack takes the boys on a camping trip, leaving Rebecca to deal with some unexpected news.

Director

Glenn Ficarra, John Requa

Written By

Tyler Bensinger

Guest Stars

Lyric Ross

Déjà Pearson

Caitlin Thompson

Madison Simons

Joaquin Obradors

8 Year Old Jack

Donnie Masihi

Nicky

Adam Johnson

Park Ranger

Phillip Daniel

Barista

Stephanie Ray

Liz

Peter Onorati

Stanley Pearson

Trick-or-treating with the 10-year-olds goes awry for Jack and Rebecca. Randall, Kevin and Kate have life-changing Halloweens.

Director

Regina King

Written By

Don Roos

Guest Stars

Josh Braaten

Steve Kolachek

Jeremiah Birkett

Brett

Charley Koontz

Zeke

Ronobir Lahiri

Garuda Singh

Judy Kain

Barbara

Brandee Steger

Improv Actor

Christine Rodriguez

Janine

Randall adjusts to the foster system. Kate and Toby take the next step in their relationship. Kevin visits Sophie in New York. Jack and Rebecca finalize Randall's adoption.

Director

Chris Koch

Written By

Kay Oyegun

Guest Stars

Lyric Ross

Déjà Pearson

Debra Jo Rupp

Linda

Sam Anderson

Judge Walter Crowder

Delroy Lindo

Judge Ernest Bradley

Cinda Adams

Paula

Conni Marie Brazelton

Judge Theresa Shaw

Susan James Berger

Susan

Tiffany Commons

Eve

David Trice

Roger

Sharon Omi

Doctor

Ken Colquitt

Officer

John Lee Ames

City Clerk

Jon Paul Burkhart

Public Defender

Benjamin Seay

Photographer

Jermel Nakia

Young William

Joy Brunson

Shauna

Kevin goes back to his high school to accept an award. Jack and Rebecca get excited about their kids' futures.

Director

Ken Olin

Written By

K.J. Steinberg

Guest Stars

Stefanie Black

Charlotte Everly

James Read

Duffy Collins

Matt Riedy

Coach Waltering

Isabel Durant

Kelly

Rebecca Metz

Martina

Michael Woodley

Paul

Elise Robertson

Coordinator

Yolanda Snowball

Principal

Austin Mincks

Student

Christine Hassay

MRI Tech

Carlos E. Campos

Pharmacist

Jordan Preston

Customer

Jesse Mackey

Lyft Driver

Andy Forrest

New Owner

Lisa Linke

Fan #1

Herbert Russell

Fan #2

Amanda Leighton

Teen Sophie

Kate and Toby's lives take an unexpected turn. Meanwhile, Rebecca encourages Kate's singing aspirations.

Director

Ken Olin

Written By

K.J. Steinberg, Shukree Hassan Tilghman

Guest Stars

Jason Michael Snow

Peter

Vince Cefalu

Store Manager

Wendy Schenker

Woman

Jason Rogel

Karl

Amanda Leighton

Teen Sophie

Arianna Ortiz

Sara Arroyo

Randall and Beth are faced with a hard choice. Jack takes Randall on a college tour.

Director

Ken Olin

Written By

Shukree Hassan Tilghman

Guest Stars

Lyric Ross

Déjà Pearson

Debra Jo Rupp

Linda

Chad Chambers

Fred

Larry VanBuren Jr.

Craig

Craig Stepp

Pat

Jonny Berryman

Jordan

Patrick Cage

James

Iantha Richardson

Adult Tess Pearson

Jermel Nakia

Young William

Chris Pipkin

Keith

Joy Brunson

Shauna

The Pearsons come together under unexpected circumstances. Meanwhile, Jack surprises the family with a summer vacation.

Director

Chris Koch

Written By

Vera Herbert

Guest Stars

Kate Burton

Barbara

Sonia Jackson

Female Doctor

Gary Kraus

Gus

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.

Director

Zetna Fuentes

Written By

Bekah Brunstetter

Guest Stars

Caitlin Thompson

Madison Simons

Isabel Marcus

Allison

Kate Burton

Barbara

Cathy Moriarty

The Super

Dawnn Lewis

Rosemary

Lidia Porto

Gloria

Christina Marie Karis

Alexis

Ericka Kreutz

Sue

Eden Gamiz

Lonely Little Boy

Tarina Pouncy

William's Lover

Garrett Morris

Lloyd

Kevin helps Randall and Beth with a project. Kate contemplates a big gift for Toby. Jack and Rebecca talk about their future.

Director

Uta Briesewitz

Written By

Kay Oyegun, Don Roos

Guest Stars

Isabel Marcus

Allison

Dawnn Lewis

Rosemary

Lidia Porto

Gloria

Jack McGee

George

Lena Waithe

Animal Shelter Clerk

Jane Daly

Sally

Bruno Xavier

Tenant #3

Marlynne Cooley

Tenant #5

Orlando Flanagan, Jr.

Tenant #6

Amanda Leighton

Teen Sophie

Garrett Morris

Lloyd

Curtis Webster

Tenant #4

Randall hosts a Super Bowl party while Kevin and Kate reconnect with the past.

Director

Glenn Ficarra, John Requa

Written By

Dan Fogelman

Guest Stars

Lyric Ross

Déjà Pearson

Isabel Marcus

Allison

Jonny Berryman

Jordan

Bill Irwin

ER Doctor

Sherry Mandujano

EMT

Jinny Chung

Assistant

Erik Marion

Bill

Iantha Richardson

Adult Tess Pearson

Amanda Leighton

Teen Sophie

Rebecca finds solace with an old friend as the Pearsons struggle to cope with tragedy. Jack teaches Kevin and Randall to drive.

Director

Ken Olin

Written By

Elizabeth Berger, Isaac Aptaker

Guest Stars

Wynn Everett

Shelly

Susan Blakely

Anne

Isabel Marcus

Allison

Mark Proksch

Mel Buchanan

Tyson Power

Pastor

Tom Lommel

Lundy Colleague

Omar Adam

Funeral Employee

Amanda Leighton

Teen Sophie

Elizabeth Perkins

Janet Malone

Gerald McRaney

Nathan Katowski

Kate and Toby go to Las Vegas for their bachelor/bachelorette parties. Meanwhile, Jack and Rebecca celebrate their wedding anniversary.

Director

Joanna Kerns

Written By

Laura Kenar

Deja's life with her mom, Shauna, and great grandmother Joyce unfolds from the very beginning. Randall and Beth welcome visitors to their home.

Director

Rebecca Asher

Written By

Kay Oyegun

Guest Stars

Lyric Ross

Déjà Pearson

Debra Jo Rupp

Linda

Joaquin Obradors

8 Year Old Jack

Donnie Masihi

Nicky

Reynaldo Gallegos

Alonso

Mandy Moss

Nancy

Eve Sigall

Terry

Ciera Hart

Raven

Makenzie Lee-Foster

5 Year Old Deja

Jeris Poindexter

Mr. Baldwin

Nicco Annan

Mr. Davis

Marty Ryan

Mr. Miller

Sonya Leslie

Doctor

Clay Von Thomas

Nurse

Pam Grier

Grandma

Jermel Nakia

Young William

Jennifer C. Holmes

Laurel DuBois

Joy Brunson

Shauna

Gerald McRaney

Nathan Katowski

The Pearsons come together to celebrate Kate and Toby's wedding. Wedding planners Kevin and Randall struggle to pull off the big day. Kate is flooded with memories of Jack. Deja struggles to adjust to her new living situation.

Director

Ken Olin

Written By

Elizabeth Berger, Isaac Aptaker

Guest Stars

Melanie Liburd

Zoe Baker

Lyric Ross

Déjà Pearson

Caitlin Thompson

Madison Simons

Reggie Watkins

Shooter

Erik Marion

Bill

Alden Ray

Stu

Alan Heitz

Rick

Wendie Malick

Mary Damon

Kevin Covais

Ice Cream Employee

Sewell Whitney

Vow Renewal Justice of the Peace

Laura Leyva

K&T Justice of the Peace

Iantha Richardson

Adult Tess Pearson

Dan Lauria

Alan Damon

Stephanie Ray

Liz

Angela Fornero

Gretch

Jill Johnson

Laurie

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Season 2

Episodes

1.A Father's Advice

Guest Stars

2.A Manny-Splendored Thing

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3.Déjà Vu

Guest Stars

4.Still There

Guest Stars

5.Brothers

Guest Stars

6.The 20's

Guest Stars

7.The Most Disappointed Man

Guest Stars

8.Number One

Guest Stars

9.Number Two

Guest Stars

10.Number Three

Guest Stars

11.The Fifth Wheel

Guest Stars

12.Clooney

Guest Stars

13.That'll Be the Day

Guest Stars

14.Super Bowl Sunday

Guest Stars

15.The Car

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16.Vegas, Baby

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17.This Big, Amazing, Beautiful Life

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18.The Wedding

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