Rebecca (Mandy Moore), Kate (Hannah Zeile) and Randall (Niles Fitch) are also in the house at the time of the fire, but we (obviously) know they survive. This viral father-daughter duo just hit No. Lastly, NBC is not yet screening the episode for press, which falls out of line with what they've done thus far in season 2. Sign up for the It could just be a change is the way the show is screened, or it could be a way to keep the reveal of Jack's death a secret for as long as possible. That day is presumably the final day of Jack's life. In the preview for the "That'll Be The Day" episode, it's hinted to focus on a day the Pearsons will never forget. The latest episode of 'This Is Us' season two, "Clooney," ended with one major reveal about Jack Pearson's death, which has been a mystery for too long. Also in the episode, we meet a red-headed romantic interest for teenage Randall Pearson (Niles Fitch). “While I thought it was like, ‘Oh, that’s cool, interesting timing,’ and people might think that’s coming, I didn’t realize the narrative around that moment would get so strong. Elsewhere, the released photos from the episode show all time periods This Is Us has explored, from Rebecca Pearson's (Mandy Moore) pregnancy to current day. That mentioned timing, as well as the timing of some set photos that show the aftermath of the fire, make Tuesday night's episode even riper for the death scene. The title is taken from a Buddy Holly song that features the line "That'll be the day when I die" in its chorus, among other gloomy lyrics about goodbyes. ET on NBC. The fire grows fast, creeping upstairs to where Jack is sleeping. All rights reserved.

Show producers and stars keep telling press that the death is coming "very soon" and that it will not be in the season finale. There's a load of clues that This Is Us viewers will either get the full look at the Pearson patriarch's death or at least a cliffhanger of the fire that presumably takes his life. SALT LAKE CITY — “This is Us” creator Dan Fogelman admitted this week that he made a mistake when it came to showing the death of a beloved character. Kevin and Kate's characteristics were alluded to in earlier episodes, but this was the first time the red-haired girl was shown. Will 'This Is Us' Show Jack's Death This Week? This is important due to the flashback earlier in season 2 that shows the three Pearson children just after Jack's death. during the remaining episodes of season 2, 'This Is Us' Finally Shows What Caused Jack's Death, 'American Housewife' Fans Weigh in Show Recasting Anna-Kat, Leanza Cornett, Former Miss America, Dead at 49 After Suffering Head Injury, Giselle Eisenberg: Meet 'American Housewife's New Anna-Kat Actress, Anna-Kat on 'American Housewife': Why Actress Julia Butters Left, 'The Conners' Features Major Change for DJ's Daughter Mary, 'American Idol' Set Malfunction Gives Katy Perry a Fright in Exclusive Season 4 Clip, 'The Masked Singer' Eliminates the Lips, and They're a Famous TV Show Host, 'The Masked Singer' Fans Are Blown Away by Mushroom's Performance. Moroni from Book of Mormon, Pac-12 reveals more details about upcoming basketball season, with weekly matchups set, Letter: I was a producer for Mister Rogers. I won’t say too much more about it, but there’s only eight episodes, so it will happen soon.”. All rights reserved. 1 on iTunes. The first hint lies in the previous episode, "Clooney."

The name of the Tuesday night episode lent itself to it being about a tragic day: "That'll Be The Day."
Kevin (Logan Shroyer) had a cast on his leg, Kate (Hannah Zeile) had a dog and Randall had a red-haired girl by his side. newsletter, Twitter reacts to Jack’s heartbreaking death on 'This Is Us', Here’s how to prepare for the 'This Is Us' Super Bowl episode, This 7-year-old ‘Jeopardy!’ fan just got a special Halloween treat from Alex Trebek, 38 episodes from ‘The Clone Wars,’ ‘Rebels’ to watch before ‘The Mandalorian’ season 2, ‘The Masked Singer’: The Lips receives the kiss of death, kisses the show goodbye, Watch: ‘The Crown’ season 4 trailer offers glimpses into the series’ darkest and most dramatic chapter yet, 10 outrageous predictions for ‘The Mandalorian’ season 2, California Gov. - January 21, 2018 05:13 pm EST. By creating an account, you verify that you are at least 13 years of age, and have read and agree to the PopCulture.com Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, By John Connor Coulston The episode flashed back to Jack at a bar, calling teenage Kate (Hannah Zeile) from a payphone. Though they escaped, Jack later died from a heart attack because of the smoke. The name of the upcoming episode lends itself to it being about a tragic day: "That'll Be The Day." There's a load of clues that This Is Us viewers will either get the full look at the Pearson patriarch's death or at least a cliffhanger of the fire that presumably takes his life.. It appears that time will come in the show's post-Super Bowl episode. Entertainment Tonight/TV Guide Network.

Entertainment Tonight/TV Guide Network. ET on NBC. It's revealed that the family's slow cooker shorts out and catches the Pearsons' home on fire. This Is Us finally showed what caused the death of Jack Pearson (Milo Ventimiglia) on Tuesday night's episode. The last shot shows that the Pearsons forgot to get batteries for their smoke detector, leaving them vulnerable to a surprise inferno. This Is Us airs Tuesdays at 9 p.m. On Super Bowl Sunday, “This is Us” fans witnessed the death of Jack Pearson (Milo Ventimiglia), the humble and hardworking dad of the Pearson family. Jack and his family were caught in a house fire.
Previews for the upcoming episodes indicate viewers will learn more about Jack’s childhood and his time serving in the Vietnam War.

By creating an account, you verify that you are at least 13 years of age, and have read and agree to the PopCulture.com Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, By John Connor Coulston ", Sterling K. Brown, who plays the adult version of Jack's son Randall Pearson, also confirmed the reveal timing by telling E! It's revealed that the family's slow cooker shorts out and catches the Pearsons' home on fire. Fogelman told Entertainment Weekly this week that he regrets that scene. 'American Housewife' Fans Weigh in Show Recasting Anna-Kat, Leanza Cornett, Former Miss America, Dead at 49 After Suffering Head Injury, Giselle Eisenberg: Meet 'American Housewife's New Anna-Kat Actress, Anna-Kat on 'American Housewife': Why Actress Julia Butters Left, 'The Conners' Features Major Change for DJ's Daughter Mary, 'American Idol' Set Malfunction Gives Katy Perry a Fright in Exclusive Season 4 Clip, 'The Masked Singer' Eliminates the Lips, and They're a Famous TV Show Host, 'The Masked Singer' Fans Are Blown Away by Mushroom's Performance. Indeed, fans of the show recognize that there have been a few nods to Jack’s death, one of which Fogelman regrets. According to Elite Daily, Jack’s story on the show is only just beginning. The Utah Jazz announced a change of ownership from the Miller family to Ryan Smith on Wednesday. The first hint lies in the previous episode, "Clooney." “That was a head fake on our part,” said Fogelman, who notes that he’d always been planning to resolve the mystery later in season 2. forgot to get batteries for their smoke detector, some set photos that show the aftermath of the fire. Who is Ryan Smith? Copyright 2018 PopCulture.com. Fogelman told Vulture that he and the writers have been working toward that moment for years. The preview that followed the episode shows the family battling to escape the house, but we know Jack will not make it out. This Is Us airs Tuesdays at 9 p.m.