How Many More Episodes In This Is Us
Okay, let's be real. We've all ugly-cried our way through countless episodes of This Is Us.
But a question lingers: How many more tissues do we need to stock up on? Seriously, my local CVS is starting to judge me.
The End is Nigh (But Like, Kinda Soon-ish)
So, here's the deal. The show wrapped up after six seasons. Yes, you read that right. It's over. Finito. Done.
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Before you start panicking and re-watching the pilot for the tenth time, let's discuss the elephant in the room (or, rather, the Pearson in the room).
Six Seasons of Feelings? Was it Enough?
Six seasons sounds like a lot. But honestly, did it feel like enough? Did we really explore every single facet of the Pearson family drama?
My unpopular opinion? Absolutely not! I needed at least three more seasons of Randall's anxiety, Kevin's existential crises, and Kate… well, Kate just being Kate.
"But they wrapped up the story so nicely!" - Said someone who clearly hasn't experienced real-life family drama.
Nicely? Please. My family gatherings are more dramatic than a Shonda Rhimes show, and they're still ongoing.
The Case for More Pearson Family Mayhem
Think about it. We barely scratched the surface of Jack's mysterious past! I needed a whole season dedicated to his time in Vietnam.
And what about Nicky? He deserved his own spin-off! Imagine: This Is Nicky, a gritty dramedy about a grumpy Vietnam vet trying to navigate modern life.
And don't even get me started on the grandkids. We saw glimpses of their futures, but I needed details! Were they all emotionally stable? Did they inherit the Pearson curse of overthinking everything?
A Modest Proposal: This Is Us: The Next Generation
Hear me out. A new show focusing on the next generation of Pearsons. Same feels, brand new anxieties.
Imagine: Jack Damon struggling to balance his music career with his family responsibilities. Hailey Rose dealing with the pressure of living up to Rebecca's legacy. Randall's grandkids arguing about politics at Thanksgiving dinner.
It writes itself! NBC, are you listening?
Acceptance (Maybe) and Re-watching (Definitely)
Okay, deep breaths. The show is over. I know, I know. It's hard to accept.
But hey, that just means we can re-watch all six seasons and find new things to obsess over. Like, did anyone else notice that subtle nod to Jack's favorite baseball team in episode 3 of season 2?
So, while there aren't any new episodes on the horizon, we can always relive the feels. And maybe, just maybe, if we collectively manifest hard enough, we'll get that This Is Us spin-off we all secretly crave. Right?
Plus, we still have all that merchandise to buy! Think of the profit! Everyone loves a cozy This Is Us blanket.
Ultimately, it’s over. And yes, the show will be missed.
