Watch This Is Us Season 6 Episode 15

Okay, let's talk about This Is Us. Specifically, season six, episode fifteen. "Miguel." It’s the one everyone cried buckets over. You probably did too. But maybe, just maybe, I didn't quite reach for the tissues as dramatically.

Hear me out! I know. It's practically sacrilege to say anything remotely critical of this show. It's designed to make us feel all the feels! But I have a confession to make.

My Slightly Unpopular Opinion on Miguel

Was Miguel a good character? Absolutely! He was loyal, kind, and utterly devoted to the Pearson clan. He stepped up in ways that were truly admirable. No question about that.

But... did I connect with him on the same level as, say, Jack or Rebecca? Not really. And maybe that's okay. Maybe that's the point.

The Unsung Hero vs. The Headline Act

Jack was the iconic dad. The golden standard. Rebecca was the matriarch, the glue that held everything together. They were the sun and moon of the show’s emotional universe.

Miguel? He was… the reliable backup generator. Always there, always working, but rarely in the spotlight. I think the show did a great job on showing him always being a helping hand.

Don't get me wrong, I appreciate a good backup generator. I just don't necessarily weep over it. I appreciate Miguel. I respected Miguel. I just wasn’t as emotionally invested in Miguel as everyone else seemed to be.

His love story with Rebecca was sweet, in a quiet, understated kind of way. But it never quite grabbed me the way Jack and Rebecca's did. Am I a monster? Possibly.

The Episode Itself: Well-Made, But...

The episode focusing on his decline was undeniably well-acted. Jon Huertas knocked it out of the park. It was poignant and sad, hitting all the right notes for a tearjerker.

I think the problem lies more on the character, who wasn't introduced in a way that created enough empathy at first. It made it hard to jump in that wagon later.

But did I find myself reaching for the box of tissues like I did during Jack's death? Nope. Not even close. I dabbed politely. Maybe a single tear escaped. That was about it.

Maybe I'm just emotionally stunted. Maybe I'm too cynical. Or maybe, just maybe, I wasn't alone in feeling like Miguel's story, while important, wasn't quite as impactful as the show wanted it to be.

The Social Media Storm

After the episode aired, social media exploded with heartfelt tributes to Miguel. Everyone was praising his unwavering loyalty and devotion. I saw lots of crying emojis.

And I'm sitting here thinking, "Am I watching the same show as everyone else?" Seriously. Did I miss something? I felt like I had to say something.

It's like when everyone raves about a movie and you come out thinking, "Meh, it was okay." You feel like you're taking crazy pills!

In Conclusion: A Good Character, But Not My Favorite

Look, I'm not saying Miguel was a bad character. Not at all. He was a good man, a good friend, and a good partner to Rebecca. I truly respect his character.

I'm just saying that, for me, his story didn't resonate as deeply as it did for others. Maybe my heart is just too small and made of stone.

So, there you have it. My slightly unpopular This Is Us opinion. Please don't hate me! I still love the show. I just didn't cry quite as much during the Miguel episode. Now, if you'll excuse me, I'm going to go hide before the This Is Us fandom comes for me.