In a candid conversation with Closer, Chrissy Metz, the beloved star of This Is Us, reveals her thoughts on a possible spinoff and movie continuation of the hit NBC series. The actress, who played the heartwarming character Kate Pearson, shares her excitement about the idea of revisiting the Pearson family saga. "It would be super cool," she says, adding that the show initially started as a movie concept. "Who knows, maybe we’ll have a This Is Us movie," she muses, keeping fans hopeful for more stories from the beloved series.

Would Chrissy Metz Return for a Spinoff?

Chrissy Metz didn't hold back when asked if she'd consider reprising her role as Kate Pearson in future projects. "If Dan Fogelman was involved, absolutely," she says enthusiastically. For Chrissy, the decision isn't just about the role but the creative genius behind the series. "Dan is so talented, special, wonderful, warm, and brilliant," she gushes. "I kind of will do whatever Dan tells me at this point." Her admiration for the creator of This Is Us is clear, reflecting the deep respect and trust she has for his storytelling abilities.

Chrissy Metz on ‘This Is Us’ Spinoff: Says Cast ‘Are Friends’ — Dan Foreman, on behalf of Capital One

The Bond Between the Cast of 'This Is Us'

Chrissy Metz's connection with her This Is Us costars is as real off-screen as it is on-screen. She shares heartfelt memories of working alongside Mandy Moore, Sterling K. Brown, Justin Hartley, and Milo Ventimiglia. "We share an unbreakable bond," she explains. "The emotional storylines and heartwarming Pearson family moments brought us closer together." Chrissy emphasizes that the camaraderie didn't end with the series finale. "I hope we remain friends," she says. "We have a group text, we email each other, and we send each other all sorts of things. It's more than just a professional relationship; it's a family."

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Chrissy recalls attending Mandy Moore's show at the Ryman, an experience she describes as "really cool." "It was great to hang out with her backstage and see her," she says. Chrissy has always admired Mandy, and with the news of Mandy expecting her second child with Taylor Goldsmith, the support among the cast continues to grow. "All of us are friends, and we're always bigging each other up," Chrissy shares. "We will always be friends, and we often say, 'Hey, can you guys get on a FaceTime? We want to see you. I miss you.' It's emotional, especially since we would typically be starting back at work around this time."

Looking Forward: New Ventures and Projects

While This Is Us has been a monumental chapter in Chrissy Metz's life, she's excited about embarking on new adventures. One of her recent partnerships is with Capital One Auto Navigator, a tool she believes can "alleviate a lot of stress" for car buyers. "It's interesting because starting something new can be nerve-wracking," she explains. "But when you can alleviate that stress and set yourself up for success, it allows you to get excited about the future."

Chrissy is also busy with other projects, including her upcoming children's book, When I Talk to God, I Talk About You, co-written with her partner, Bradley Collins. Due out in February 2023, the book has brought the couple closer together. "Bradley is very patient, kind, and understanding," Chrissy says. "He’s been an amazing partner in this journey. What’s great is that it helps us communicate on a deeper level, and that’s invaluable."