TV series
This is real. This is love. This is life.
Follows the lives and families of three adults living and growing up in the United States of America in present and past times. As their paths cross and their life stories intertwine in curious ways, we find that several of them share the same birthday - and so much more than anyone would expect.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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Follows the lives and families of three adults living and growing up in the United States of America in present and past times. As their paths cross and their life stories intertwine in curious ways, we find that several of them share the same birthday - and so much more than anyone would expect.
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Episode 1
Jack meets Rebecca's parents. New characters are introduced.
Directed by Ken OlinWritten by Dan FogelmanGuest stars Asante Blackk, Griffin Dunne, Maximiliano Hernández, Nick Wechsler, Auden Thornton, Marsha Stephanie Blake, Drew Olivia Tillman, Michael Douglas Goodman
Episode 2
Beth and Randall adjust to life in Philadelphia. Jack and Rebecca take the Big Three to the pool.
Directed by Chris KochWritten by Elizabeth Berger, Isaac AptakerGuest stars Asante Blackk, Caitlin Thompson, Griffin Dunne, Rosalind Chao, Carter Sand, Lleythan Crosby, Milton T.J. Taylor, Sicily Fontaine
Episode 3
Randall is confronted with a tough choice; Kate and Toby adjust to their new home; Miguel and Jack's friendship solidifies.
Directed by Anne FletcherWritten by Vera HerbertGuest stars Asante Blackk, Griffin Dunne, Carlease Burke, Brandon Scott, Freedom Bridgewater, Lauren Burns, David Grant Wright, Time Winters
Episode 4
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.
Directed by Chris KochWritten by Julia BrownellGuest stars Asante Blackk, Griffin Dunne, Joanne Baron, Phylicia Rashād, Megan Hensley, Kelvin Brown, Abe Farrelly, Rachel Winfree
Episode 5
Rebecca hosts a dinner party. Kevin tries to support those around him. Randall faces concerns about how his family is adjusting to their new home.
Directed by Milo VentimigliaWritten by David Windsor, Casey JohnsonGuest stars Ron Cephas Jones, Griffin Dunne, William Allen Young, Nick Wechsler, Amanda Leighton, Donnie Masihi, Joaquin Obradors, Aynsley Bubbico
Episode 6
Kate and Toby try to make time for their marriage. Jack attempts to prove himself to Rebecca's father. Randall struggles to find his place with the other councilmen.
Directed by Jessica YuWritten by Kevin FallsGuest stars Griffin Dunne, William Allen Young, Galadriel Stineman, Brandon Scott, Dan Warner, Gary Lee Reed, Maurice Webster, Tom Yi
Episode 7
Deja pushes the boundaries of Randall and Beth's trust. Jack and Rebecca invite Randall's new teacher over for dinner.
Directed by Ken OlinWritten by Kay OyegunGuest stars Asante Blackk, Brandon Scott, Johnathan Davis, Pam Grier, Marsha Stephanie Blake, Skye P. Marshall, Joy Brunson, Makenzie Lee-Foster
Episode 8
Rebecca visits Randall in Philadelphia. Beth is troubled by a request from Deja. Kevin has doubts about himself.
Directed by Rebecca AsherWritten by Elan MastaiGuest stars Asante Blackk, Griffin Dunne, Nick Wechsler, Thomas Crawford, Doreen Calderon, Tom E. Nicholson, Kaz Womack, Isabella Rose Landau
Episode 9
The Pearson family gathers for their first Thanksgiving at Randall's Philadelphia townhouse.
Directed by Ken OlinWritten by K.J. SteinbergGuest stars Griffin Dunne, Charles Kim, Michael Angarano, Jermel Nakia, Joy Brunson, AJ Carr, Cara Jade Myers, Kevin Symons
Episode 10
Kevin searches for romance. Kate meets Toby's Crossfit friends. Randall travels to LA to be with Rebecca.
Directed by Yasu TanidaWritten by Eboni FreemanGuest stars Asante Blackk, Caitlin Thompson, Sophia Bush, Thomas Anthony Jones, Tobias Jelinek, John Legend, J. Anthony McCarthy, Desiree Hall
Episode 11
Randall grapples with anxiety.
Directed by Kevin HooksWritten by Jon DorseyGuest stars Omar Epps, Aynsley Bubbico, Kian Morr, Bradley James, Jaylee Chen, Taneka Johnson, Irina Dubova, Eamon Hunt
Episode 12
Kevin revisits his past and questions his future.
Directed by Kevin HooksWritten by Danielle BaumanGuest stars Caitlin Thompson, Jennifer Westfeldt, M. Night Shyamalan, Whit Washing, Adam Simpson, Sharon Blynn, Ruben Vernier, Michael Govier
Episode 13
Kate finds strength in unexpected places.
Directed by Justin HartleyWritten by Laura KenarGuest stars Jay Costelo, Crystal Coney, Leon Mandel, Paul Benton, Isabella Rose Landau, Ca'Ron Jaden Coleman, Austin Abrams, Kaz Womack
Episode 14
The Big Three reconnect at the family cabin.
Directed by Catherine HardwickeWritten by Elizabeth Berger, Isaac AptakerGuest stars Caitlin Thompson, Austin Abrams, Jaret Sacrey, Maryam Myika Day, David Hutchison, Iantha Richardson
Episode 15
Kevin spends the day with Rebecca. Toby makes a grand gesture. The Big Three get their report cards.
Directed by Sarah BoydWritten by Jonny GomezGuest stars Caitlin Thompson, Pamela Adlon, Susan Santiago, Steven Lee Allen, Shay Ali, Blake Stadnik
Episode 16
The Pearsons visit New York City.
Directed by Ken OlinWritten by Julia BrownellGuest stars Highdee Kuan, Dave Annable, Megan McNulty, Kya Kruse, Clayton Farris, Orease Bowers, Phillip-Charlie Daniell, Joel Dupont
Episode 17
Randall reflects on what could have been.
Directed by Roxann DawsonWritten by Vera Herbert, Kay OyegunGuest stars Ron Cephas Jones, Pamela Adlon, Sarah Oh, Amanda Leighton, Morgan Alexandria, Larry Anderson, Karly Rothenberg, Adam Dorsey
Episode 18
The Pearsons gather to celebrate Baby Jack's first birthday.
Directed by Ken OlinWritten by Dan FogelmanGuest stars Alexandra Breckenridge, Asante Blackk, Caitlin Thompson, Griffin Dunne, Glory Rose, Preston Oliver, Adelaide Kane, Josh Hamilton
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Milo VentimigliaJack Pearson
Mandy MooreRebecca Pearson
Sterling K. BrownRandall Pearson
Chrissy MetzKate Pearson
Justin HartleyKevin Pearson
Susan Kelechi WatsonBeth Pearson
Chris SullivanToby Damon
Jon HuertasMiguel Rivas
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