Ep 13. That'll Be the Day

In episode 13 of This Is Us season 2, titled "That'll Be the Day," the focus shifts to Jack as we see glimpses of his past and present. The episode starts off with Jack in the early stages of alcoholism and it's clear that he's struggling to balance his new job with his responsibilities at home. Meanwhile, the Big Three are dealing with their own struggles.

Kevin is still grappling with his addiction and is finding it difficult to stay clean, while Kate is excitedly preparing for her upcoming wedding (but also dealing with some insecurities). Meanwhile, Randall is embarking on a new venture as a politician but finds that it's not as easy as he thought it would be.

As the episode progresses, we see Jack continue to struggle with his alcoholism and the negative effects it's having on his family. In the present day, the Big Three come together (despite their own issues) to help their mom clear out the family cabin. Along the way, they discover some surprising and emotional things about their dad.

Overall, "That'll Be the Day" is a poignant and emotional episode that delves deeper into the characters of the Pearson family. It's a reminder that everyone has their own struggles and that family is always there to help you through them.