NBC renews hit drama ‘This Is Us’ for 2 more seasons

January 18 2017 05:21 AM

CP301642905 — This image released by NBC shows Sterling K. Brown as Randall in a scene from the NBC series, "This Is Us." The series was renewed for two more seasons. (Ron Batzdorff/NBC via AP)

Original Publication Date: January 18, 2017 5:21AM

Publication Updated: April 26, 2025 9:49PM

PASADENA, Calif. – NBC’s hit freshman drama “This Is Us” will be sticking around for at least a couple more years.

The network said Wednesday’s that the show’s success has earned it a two-season pickup, with at least 18 episodes per season.

The family drama is proving a success with the advertiser-favoured young adult demographic and has drawn critical praise.

“This is Us,” about the intersecting lives of a variety of characters, includes Mandy Moore, Milo Ventimiglia and Sterling K. Brown in its ensemble cast.

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