The Best Episodes of This Is Us Season 2
Every episode of This Is Us Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of This Is Us Season 2!
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.
Season 2 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "This Is Us" season 2 is "A Father's Advice", rated 8.7/10 from 2918 user votes. It was directed by Ken Olin and written by Dan Fogelman. "A Father's Advice" aired on 9/26/2017 and is rated 0.4 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "A Manny-Splendored Thing".
8.7/10 2,918 votes#1 - A Father's Advice
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 9/26/2017
It's the Big Three's 37th birthdays. Randall and Beth debate a big life change, Kate takes the first step in pursuing a new passion, and Kevin balances the demands of his career and relationship. Meanwhile, Jack and Rebecca deal with the fallout of their big fight.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: Dan Fogelman
8.3/10 2,452 votes#2 - A Manny-Splendored Thing
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 10/3/2017
The entire Pearson family visits Kevin on set in Los Angeles for a "Manny" taping. Jack confronts his demons in the wake of his fight with Rebecca.
Director: John Fortenberry
Writer: Dan Fogelman, Bekah Brunstetter
8.3/10 2,394 votes#3 - Déjà Vu
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 10/10/2017
Kate visits Kevin on the set of his movie. Randall and Beth get exciting news. Rebecca tries to reconnect with Jack.
Director: Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
Writer: Isaac Aptaker, Elizabeth Berger
8.2/10 2,418 votes#4 - Still There
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 10/17/2017
Randall and Beth adjust to a new family dynamic. Kate books her first big gig. Kevin suffers a setback on his movie. Jack and Rebecca are visited by an unwelcome guest.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: Vera Herbert
8.3/10 2,589 votes#5 - Brothers
Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 10/24/2017
Kate surprises Toby at work. Kevin and Randall attend a charity fundraiser for Sophie's hospital. Jack takes the boys on a camping trip, leaving Rebecca to deal with some unexpected news.
Director: Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
Writer: Tyler Bensinger
8.3/10 2,539 votes#6 - The 20's
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 10/31/2017
Trick-or-treating with the 10-year-olds goes awry for Jack and Rebecca. Randall, Kevin and Kate have life-changing Halloweens.
Director: Regina King
Writer: Don Roos
8.7/10 2,487 votes#7 - The Most Disappointed Man
Season 2 Episode 7 - Aired 11/7/2017
Randall adjusts to the foster system. Kate and Toby take the next step in their relationship. Kevin visits Sophie in New York. Jack and Rebecca finalize Randall's adoption.
Director: Chris Koch
Writer: Kay Oyegun
9.1/10 3,367 votes#8 - Number One
Season 2 Episode 8 - Aired 11/14/2017
Kevin goes back to his high school to accept an award. Jack and Rebecca get excited about their kids' futures.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: K.J. Steinberg
8.6/10 2,524 votes#9 - Number Two
Season 2 Episode 9 - Aired 11/21/2017
Kate and Toby's lives take an unexpected turn. Meanwhile, Rebecca encourages Kate's singing aspirations.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: K.J. Steinberg, Shukree Hassan Tilghman
8.8/10 2,638 votes#10 - Number Three
Season 2 Episode 10 - Aired 11/28/2017
Randall and Beth are faced with a hard choice. Jack takes Randall on a college tour.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: Shukree Hassan Tilghman
9.2/10 2,935 votes#11 - The Fifth Wheel
Season 2 Episode 11 - Aired 1/9/2018
The Pearsons come together under unexpected circumstances. Meanwhile, Jack surprises the family with a summer vacation.
Director: Chris Koch
Writer: Vera Herbert
8.2/10 2,293 votes#12 - Clooney
Season 2 Episode 12 - Aired 1/16/2018
Kate goes wedding dress shopping. Kevin embraces a new lifestyle while Randall explores William's past. Jack and Rebecca take the kids to the mall.
Director: Zetna Fuentes
Writer: Bekah Brunstetter
9.3/10 3,579 votes#13 - That'll Be the Day
Season 2 Episode 13 - Aired 1/23/2018
Kevin helps Randall and Beth with a project. Kate contemplates a big gift for Toby. Jack and Rebecca talk about their future.
Director: Uta Briesewitz
Writer: Kay Oyegun, Don Roos
9.7/10 6,492 votes#14 - Super Bowl Sunday
Season 2 Episode 14 - Aired 2/4/2018
Randall hosts a Super Bowl party while Kevin and Kate reconnect with the past.
Director: Glenn Ficarra, John Requa
Writer: Dan Fogelman
9.2/10 2,876 votes#15 - The Car
Season 2 Episode 15 - Aired 2/6/2018
Rebecca finds solace with an old friend as the Pearsons struggle to cope with tragedy. Jack teaches Kevin and Randall to drive.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: Isaac Aptaker, Elizabeth Berger
8.0/10 2,307 votes#16 - Vegas, Baby
Season 2 Episode 16 - Aired 2/27/2018
Kate and Toby go to Las Vegas for their bachelor/bachelorette parties. Meanwhile, Jack and Rebecca celebrate their wedding anniversary.
Director: Joanna Kerns
Writer: Laura Kenar
7.8/10 2,493 votes#17 - This Big, Amazing, Beautiful Life
Season 2 Episode 17 - Aired 3/6/2018
Deja's life with her mom, Shauna, and great grandmother Joyce unfolds from the very beginning. Randall and Beth welcome visitors to their home.
Director: Rebecca Asher
Writer: Kay Oyegun
8.7/10 2,516 votes#18 - The Wedding
Season 2 Episode 18 - Aired 3/13/2018
The Pearsons come together to celebrate Kate and Toby's wedding. Wedding planners Kevin and Randall struggle to pull off the big day. Kate is flooded with memories of Jack. Deja struggles to adjust to her new living situation.
Director: Ken Olin
Writer: Isaac Aptaker, Elizabeth Berger