
EPISODE 1.1
Pilot
As their paths cross and their life stories intertwine in
... More curious ways, we find that several of them share the same birthday and so much more than anyone would expect.LessNominated for Best Television Series at the Golden Globes two years in a row, this drama series follows the past and present stories of three adults who share more in common than they'd think - including the same birthday. Stars Sterling K Brown, who earned an Emmy for his role in 2017 as well as a Globe in 2018, alongside Milo Ventimiglia (Heroes), Chrissy Metz (American Horror Story) and Mandy Moore.
This ensemble drama should tick a lot of boxes for viewers who don't want everything to be so high concept...
Full reviewIt should earn the time it needs to connect with an audience willing to fall under its sob-inducing spell.
Full reviewHas all the makings of a successful drama-even if it's difficult to imagine where they could possibly go from here.
Full reviewA refreshing respite from the relational violence and pessimism that marks the other buzz soaps that have bubbled forth from a culture of divisiveness.
Full reviewIt sort of like a hug - warm and comfortable - but always bordering on being too much.
Full reviewRaises the act of television-making into a kind of modern art form that neither insults the audience nor scares viewers to the liquor cabinet.
Full reviewChrissy Metz instills a disarming amount of humanity in her character, putting in what is probably the standout performance of the pilot episode.
Full reviewThis Is Us: Season 1 is available to stream in New Zealand now on Prime Video.
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