This Is Us

Original characters created for the show; no established or source characters to swap.

Strong female characters exist but men are portrayed with equal depth and sympathy; no anti-male messaging.

• Rebecca and Beth are competent leads alongside well-rounded male characters
• Jack is portrayed as a loving, heroic father figure

Some recurring LGBTQ+ storylines exist (e.g. Tess coming out, Kevin's relationships are heterosexual but a few supporting characters are gay), present but not central to the overall show.

• Tess Pearson comes out as a lesbian in later seasons
• Supporting gay characters appear in story arcs

Diverse cast reflecting an interracial adoptive family and contemporary America, which fits the show's premise naturally.

• Randall is a Black son adopted into a white family
• Beth and her family add Black perspectives to the ensemble

The show addresses race, adoption, addiction, and identity earnestly and sometimes emotionally underlines its messages, but mostly within character-driven storytelling.

• Randall's storylines explore racial identity and belonging
• Episodes tackle systemic issues affecting Black families

Masculinity is portrayed warmly and positively, particularly through Jack; no anti-West or anti-male framing.

• Jack is celebrated as an idealized father and husband

Original series with no source material to betray.