#ThisIsUs
NBC family drama became emotional powerhouse and Emmy darling.
Quick Facts
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Premiere | September 20, 2016 |
| Peak | 2017-2020 |
| Known for | Making audiences cry every episode |
| Stars | Mandy Moore, Milo Ventimiglia, Sterling K. Brown |
Origin & Impact
#ThisIsUs became synonymous with emotional manipulation (in the best way). The multi-timeline family drama made viewers sob weekly with the Pearson family’s trials. The hashtag warned: “Bring tissues.”
Social media became support groups for processing each devastating episode. The show’s surprise twists, especially Jack’s death reveal, broke Twitter. Sterling K. Brown’s Emmy win celebrated Black excellence in network TV.
This Is Us proved network dramas could compete with prestige TV in the streaming era. The hashtag represented shared emotional experiences and appointment TV’s survival.
Related Hashtags
#PearsonFamily #JackPearson #ThisIsUsTears #NetworkTV #CryingTime