A father recounts to his children - through a series of flashbacks - the journey he and his four best friends took leading up to him meeting their mother.
Cast: Josh Radnor, Neil Patrick Harris, Jason Segel
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22 episodes
1. PilotWhen Ted's best friend Marshall proposes to his girlfriend, Lily, Ted realizes he'd better get a move on if he hopes to find true love. Ted soon meets Robin in a neighborhood bar, immediately becomes smitten and scores a first date. But when Ted can hardly wait to see her again, his eagerness threatens to scare her away.TV-14CC23minSep 19, 2005
2. Purple GiraffeIn a desperate attempt for a second date, Ted invites Robin to a party he is throwing. However, she doesn't show up and he keeps throwing parties in the hopes she will finally arrive.TV-14CC23minSep 26, 2005
3. Sweet Taste of LibertyTed agrees to let Barney spice up his love life, and ends up on a crazy adventure of flying to Philadelphia, encountering the law, and visiting the Liberty Bell.TV-14CC21minOct 3, 2005
4. Return of the ShirtTed's outlook on his continuing search for love is altered when he rediscovers a shirt that has not seen daylight in years. Meanwhile, Barney amuses himself by coaxing Robin into sacrificing her job by saying completely outlandish things on air live for a cash reward.TV-14CC23minOct 10, 2005
5. Okay AwesomeTed and Barney start checking out the club scene with their friend Robin, whereas Lily and Marshall try to participate in some more "grown-up" activities, as they draw slowly nearer to their wedding.TV-14CC22minOct 17, 2005
6. The Slutty PumpkinTed makes his yearly pilgrimage to the rooftop Halloween party in search of a girl dressed as a pumpkin who he met years ago. Meanwhile, Robin struggles her new boyfriend because of her independent ways.TV-14CC22minOct 24, 2005
7. MatchmakerWhen a matchmaker with a 100% success rate turns Ted away because he is not compatible with any of the available women in her database, he is still determined that he is going to find his match. Meanwhile, Marshall and Lily are obsessed with ridding their apartment of a critter.TV-14CC22minNov 7, 2005
8. The DuelAs Lily officially moves into the apartment, Ted feels like he is being edged out of the mix by his engaged roomies. Ted and Marshall each want to keep the place, so they settle it like real "grown-ups" -- launching into a sword fight.TV-14CC22minNov 14, 2005
9. Belly Full of TurkeyTed and Robin are surprised to run into Barney when they volunteer at a homeless shelter on Thanksgiving. Lily is on the brink of freaking out when she goes to Thanksgiving dinner at her future in-laws house.TV-14CC22minNov 21, 2005
10. The Pineapple IncidentAfter being forced into knocking back 5 shots so he will stop thinking, Ted goes on a partying rampage. The next morning, he wakes up with a woman -- and a pineapple. The gang tries to piece together the night and figure out who the woman is in his bed.TV-14CC22minNov 28, 2005
11. The LimoTed rents a limo to take the gang out to sample five New Year's Eve parties in a quest to find the perfect celebration.TV-14CC23minDec 19, 2005
12. The WeddingRobin accepts Ted's invite to a friend's wedding, but thanks to Ted, the couple may never make it down the aisle.TV-14CC22minJan 9, 2006
13. Drumroll, PleaseTed finds a new woman at the wedding. They want to remember the evening so they don't exchange last names or numbers; but Ted takes a big fall when he tries to find out her name.TV-14CC22minJan 23, 2006
14. Zip, Zip, ZipAfter agreeing to take things slowly and not have sex for a month, Ted and Victoria decide that they have waited long enough.TV-14CC23minFeb 6, 2006
15. Game NightA mysterious tape arrives for Barney from one of his numerous ex-girlfriends, and the entire gang watches it. But, in order for them all to find out how she broke Barney's heart and made him into a suit-wearing bachelor, everyone must share their most embarrassing moment.TV-14CC22minFeb 27, 2006
16. CupcakeThings are going great with Ted and Victoria's relationship, but when Victoria is offered her dream job, the couple have to make serious relationship decisions. Meanwhile Marshall and Lily set out to purchase their wedding outfits and find out that none can afford what they bought.TV-14CC22minMar 6, 2006
17. Life Among the GorillasMarshall interns at the corporation where Barney works and Lily finds that he is becoming a shallow jerk as he tries to fit in with his crude fratty coworkers. Meanwhile, Ted feels guilty when he receives several gifts from Victoria (Erika Singh) while he hasn't sent her anything.TV-14CC22minMar 20, 2006
18. Nothing Good Happens After 2 A.M.Robin, who is very lonely, asks Ted to come over to her apartment after 2 A.M., but he isn't sure if he wants to go as he has a phone call on the way over with his friends, and with Victoria on his mindTV-14CC22minApr 10, 2006
19. Mary the ParalegalRobin is nominated to receive an award for a news report and everyone needs a date to take to the show. Barney introduces Ted to Mary as a date that Ted can take to the show. Originally Ted is opposed to the idea of just trying to save face in front of Robin but when she shows up with a date he changes his mind. Robin asks Mary lots of questions, and Ted begins to really like Mary, despite her occupation.TV-14CC22minApr 24, 2006
20. Best Prom EverLily, Barney and Robin attend a high school prom to scout out a potential band for Lily and Marshall's wedding reception. In order to get in Lily and Robin pretend to be the dates of two kids who were going alone. Ted and Marshall are back at the apartment where they are preparing the invitations to be sent out.TV-14CC22minMay 1, 2006
21. MilkWhen a matchmaking company calls Ted claiming they have found his soul mate, he is forced to postpone his date when Lily asks for his help.TV-14CC22minMay 8, 2006
22. Come OnTed tries to keep Robin from going on a camping trip so that she can spend time with him. Barney enlists the help of an old flame to perform a rain dance. At the same time Marshall finds out about Lily's interview for the fellowship in San Francisco.TV-14CC22minMay 15, 2006
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A love story in reverse.
A father recounts to his children - through a series of flashbacks - the journey he and his four best friends took leading up to him meeting their mother.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Craig Thomas, Carter Bays
- Studio
- 20th Century Fox Television, Bays-Thomas Productions
Maturity rating
TV-14Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
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