How I Met Your Mother_
EMMY WINNER
"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.
Created By
Carter Bays, Craig Thomas
Network
CBS
Episodes
208
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
How I Met Your Mother has 9 seasons with 208 episodes spanning 2005-2014.
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Rating
With a 8.1/10 rating from 5,554 votes, How I Met Your Mother is considered highly rated.
Year context
How I Met Your Mother first aired 21 years ago in 2005.
CAST (6)
SEASONS (9 seasons, 208 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Pilot
When 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.…
02
Purple Giraffe
In 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…
03
Sweet Taste of Liberty
Ted agrees to let Barney spice up his love life, and ends up on a crazy adventure of flying to Philadelphia, encountering the law and…
04
Return of the Shirt
Ted'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…
05
Okay Awesome
Ted 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,…
06
The Slutty Pumpkin
Ted makes his yearly pilgrimage to the rooftop Halloween party in search of a girl dressed as a pumpkin who he met years ago. Meanwhile,…
07
Matchmaker
When a matchmaker with a 100% success rate turns Ted away because he is not compatible with any of the available women in her database,…
08
The Duel
As Lily becomes more of a permanent fixture in the apartment, Ted feels like he is being edged out of the mix by his engaged…
09
Belly Full of Turkey
Ted and Robin are surprised to run into Barney when they volunteer at a homeless shelter on Thanksgiving. Lily is on the brink of freaking…
10
The Pineapple Incident
After being forced into knocking back 5 shots, so he will stop thinking, Ted goes on a partying rampage. The next morning he wakes up…
11
The Limo
Ted rents a limo to take the gang out to sample five New Year's Eve parties in a quest to find the perfect celebration.
12
The Wedding
Robin accepts Ted's invite to a friend's wedding, but thanks to Ted, the couple may never make it down the aisle.
13
Drumroll, Please
Ted 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…
14
Zip, Zip, Zip
After agreeing to take things slowly and not have sex for a month, Ted and Victoria decide that they have waited long enough.
15
Game Night
A 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…
16
Cupcake
Things 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.…
17
Life Among the Gorillas
Marshall interns at the corporation where Barney works and Lily finds that he is becoming a shallow jerk as he tries to fit in with…
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…
19
Mary the Paralegal
Robin is nominated to receive an award for a news report and everyone needs a date to take to the show. Barney introduces Ted to…
20
Best Prom Ever
Lily, 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…
21
Milk
When a matchmaking company calls Ted claiming they have found his soul mate, he is forced to postpone his date when Lily asks for his…
22
Come On
Ted tries to keep Robin from going on a camping trip so that she can spend time with him. Barney enlists the help of an…
SEASON 2
01
Where Were We?
The gang tries to help Marshall get over Lily, especially when he finds a credit card bill that leads to a hotel in New York…
02
The Scorpion and the Toad
Barney works with Marshall on his bachelor skills, which include hitting on women. Lily is back from her venture. Robin helps her look for a…
03
Brunch
Ted's parents visit New York for their anniversary and he learns a family secret. Robin worries that they won't like her. Lily and Marshall try…
04
Ted Mosby, Architect
After Ted and Robin's first big fight, Barney tries to convince Ted that being an architect is an easy in to picking up chicks. Lily…
05
World's Greatest Couple
Marshall tries to get used to being single in a world that is very coupled-oriented. Barney intended one-night-stand won't go away. Barney uses Lily to…
06
Aldrin Justice
Barney seduces Marshall's law professor in hopes of getting her to grade more leniently. Lily takes a job at Ted's office, where she promptly steals…
07
Swarley
Marshall goes on his first real date post-breakup with Lily. Not only do Ted and Barney try to warn him that this girl has got…
08
Atlantic City
Marshall and Lily drag the gang to Atlantic City to elope, and their quest to overcome the three-day wait for a marriage license crosses them…
09
Slap Bet
Ted and Barney discusses their viewpoints on knowing things about women. Barney thinks that the more you know the more likely you are to find…
10
Single Stamina
Barney's brother, James (Wayne Brady), visits and Robin, the only one in the group that has never met him, is suprised. But James has a…
11
How Lily Stole Christmas
Ted almost ruins Christmas for everyone when, still carrying around anger toward Lily, he calls her a horribly disgusting name. Robin tends to Barney while…
12
First Time in New York
Robin wants to tell Ted that she loves him, but she can't tell him. Meanwhile, her sister visits and brings her boyfriend, and Robin doesn't…
13
Columns
When Ted is constantly insulted by his former boss, who is now working for him on a project, he is told to fire the man,…
14
Monday Night Football
When a funeral conflicts with the Super Bowl, the gang vows to avoid hearing the score and watch it together on Monday. This proves difficult,…
15
Lucky Penny
Ted can't seem to catch a flight to interview for his dream job and he and Robin contemplate why. The story unfolds backwards as they…
16
Stuff
Lily gets asked to play in an off-off-off-off-broadway play, and the gang shows up to support her. Ted and Robin get hung up on what…
17
Arrivederci, Fiero
Marshall is all set to celebrate his beloved Fiero hitting the 200,000 mile mark but it stops. While the gang sits in the mechanic's garage…
18
Moving Day
Barney takes drastic measures to prevent Ted from moving into Robin's apartment. Meanwhile, Marshall and Lily are discovering the ups and downs of having the…
19
Bachelor Party
Robin attends Lily's bridal shower and finds the gift that she brought is out of place. Barney hires a stripper for Marshall's bachelor party.
20
Showdown
Thinking that Bob Barker may be his father, Barney is overjoyed to be a contestant on The Price is Right. Marshall and Lily try sleeping…
21
Something Borrowed
With everything going wrong on Lily and Marshall's wedding day, to everyone's surprise it's confirmed bachelor Barney who tries to fix it all.
22
Something Blue
It's still Marshall and Lily's big wedding day but now we're at the reception. Robin tries to tell a story but keeps getting interrupted. Barney…
SEASON 3
01
Wait For It
Robin shows up with a date and this motivates Ted to 'get back out there'. We also learn something major about 'the Mother'.
02
We're Not from Here
Ted and Barney pretend to be visitors to New York City to pick up women. Robin is still dating Gael.
03
Third Wheel
Ted's new attitude attracts women in the present and one from his past. The rest of the gang pulls together to help him make the…
04
Little Boys
Barney and Ted compete for a girl. Robin is dating someone new.
05
How I Met Everyone Else
Amid sharing stories with her about how members of the gang met each other, Ted's hot new girlfriend has a reaction to the meeting that…
06
I'm Not That Guy
Marshall has to contemplate giving up his plan of using his law degree to help the planet when he's courted by a major firm; Lily…
07
Dowisetrepla
Marshall and Lily's plan to buy an apartment is hampered by mistakes and Lily's hidden debt.
08
Spoiler Alert
Marshall awaits his bar exam results; Ted introduces his latest girlfriend to the gang, who all see the flaw that Ted has missed
09
Slapsgiving
Lily and Marshall have their first Thanksgiving as a married couple; Barney is tortured by the slap bet countdown clock, worrying about when the slap…
10
The Yips
When Barney loses his way with women, he hopes a trip to the Victoria's Secret Fall Fashion Show will help him regain his form.
11
The Platinum Rule
Ted's upcoming date with his doctor leads the gang to give him their own examples of why dating someone you already see regularly is a…
12
No Tomorrow
Ted lives like there's no tomorrow during a St. Patrick's Day celebration with Barney. Lily and Marshall spend the evening at their new apartment with…
13
Ten Sessions
Ted pursues a woman named Stella, but only gets attention from her receptionist Abby.
14
The Bracket
Barney's efforts to hook up with women are being thwarted by a mysterious woman from his past. Barney and the gang must sift though his…
15
The Chain of Screaming
After Marshall witnesses a work buddy get yelled at after handing in a report, he becomes paranoid that the same will happen to him.
16
Sandcastles in the Sand
Robin's musical past emerges again as the group learns of someone named Simon from Robin's past. Barney searches for more Robin Sparkles memorabilia.
17
The Goat
Barney and Marshall have a discussion about "The Bro Code" because Barney has broken it and wants advice.
18
Rebound Bro
Barney gets a new wingman and Ted meets Stella's daughter.
19
Everything Must Go
When Barney and Abby realize that they have one thing in common - their mutual hatred of Ted - the "couple" decides to go to…
20
Miracles
Ted is in a car accident that prompts Marshall to talk about miracles. Everyone flashbacks to prior moments in their lives.
SEASON 4
01
Do I Know You?
Ted and Stella get engaged, but Ted soon learns that he doesn't know anything about her. Meanwhile, Barney confesses to Lily that he's in love…
02
The Best Burger in New York
Marshall claims that he had the best hamburger in the world during his first week in New York City, but he forgot where the burger…
03
I Heart NJ
When Stella's babysitter cancels, a night out turns into the gang hanging out at her place, and Ted talks up New Jersey... until he learns…
04
Intervention
When Ted is packing his stuff for his move to New Jersey, he discovers that the gang was going to hold an intervention for his…
05
Shelter Island
Ted and Stella move up their wedding date, but the wedding may not go off as planned after Ted breaks the "No Exes Rule" and…
06
Happily Ever After
A serendipitous meeting with someone from his past has Ted thinking about how he would handle running into someone he would prefer to forget.
07
Not a Father's Day
Barney creates a holiday to celebrate not being a father. Meanwhile, Lily and Marshall are considering having a baby, but Lily first wants advice from…
08
Woooo!
A birthday party for one of Lily's co-workers leads to Robin connecting with a group of single partiers known as the "Woo Girls". Ted presents…
09
The Naked Man
The gang learns a new way to get their dates to sleep with them after Ted walks in on Robin's date sitting naked on the…
10
The Fight
Ted (to prove he's not a milquetoast) and Barney (to impress Robin) pick a fight with a group of guys sitting in the gang's favorite…
11
Little Minnesota
Ted tries to keep his irresponsible sister from hooking up with Barney during her trip to New York, and Robin starts hanging out with Marshall…
12
Benefits
Ted and Robin discover that sex with each other solve their fights as roommates, which makes Barney very jealous and angry. Meanwhile, Marshall reveals that…
13
Three Days of Snow
Lily and Marshall try to continue their airport reunion tradition. Barney and Ted offer to keep MacLaren's open during a blizzard so they can meet…
14
The Possimpible
Robin, desperate to find a job before she is deported, agrees to let Barney produce a video resume for her.
15
The Stinsons
The gang thinks that Barney must have a secret girlfriend after noticing his bizarre behavior.
16
Sorry, Bro
Marshall and Lily are less than thrilled when they hear that Ted's college girlfriend (Laura Prepon) has moved to New York.
17
The Front Porch
Ted learns that not only did Lily plant another woman's earring in his bed for Karen to find, she has meddled in some of his…
18
Old King Clancy
Marshall and Barney lie to keep Ted from finding out the headquarters he'd been hired to design for GNB has been cancelled.
19
Murtaugh
When Barney learns Ted has a list of things he thinks the gang is too old to do, he sets out to do every task…
20
Mosbius Designs
Ted goes out on his own as an architect and hires an intern to help get things started, but the intern gets a little too…
21
The Three Days Rule
Ted breaks one of Barney and Marshall's relationship rules, texting a woman he recently met, so the pair play a joke on Ted by pretending…
22
Right Place, Right Time
Ted ponders how being in the right place at the right time can impact a person's life; Barney celebrates his 200th female conquest.
23
As Fast as She Can
Ted is trying to find a new job, and when an old acquaintance tries to help nothing goes as planned. Barney tries to smooth talk…
24
The Leap
Ted is trying to keep his architecture firm afloat by doing an all-nighter, but Marshall tries to lure him to the roof for a surprise…
SEASON 5
01
Definitions
After sharing a kiss at the beginning of the summer, Robin and Barney are unsure how to handle their mutual attraction. After some consideration they…
02
Double Date
Barney takes Marshall, and Robin to a strip club where they find a stripper who looks almost exactly like Lily. Meanwhile, Ted discovers he had…
03
Robin 101
When Robin fears that Barney is cheating on her, she soon discovers that he is spending his evenings with Ted learning everything there is to…
04
The Sexless Innkeeper
Marshall and Lily want to hook up with Barney and Robin for double-dating and fun, but their desperate eagerness to please is a huge turn-off.…
05
Duel Citizenship
Barney tries his best hoping to convince Robin into becoming an American citizen, while Ted and Marshall's road trip takes an unexpected turn for the…
06
Bagpipes
Even though they do their best in order to be the perfect couple, Barney's attitude of know-it-all lands him in trouble with Robin and they…
07
The Rough Patch
Lily comes up with a perfect plan to break up the relationship between Barney and Robin when they have a rough patch, but she needs…
08
The Playbook
After his relationship with Robin ends, Barney dusts off his "playbook" to help him back into the dating scene
09
Slapsgiving 2: Revenge of the Slap
Barney freaks out when Marshall bequeaths a "slap bet" slap to Ted and Robin. Meanwhile, Lily's estranged father shows up for Thanksgiving.
10
The Window
When a perfect girl finally shows up, the gang tries everything to help Ted, while Marshall takes action when he discovers a letter written by…
11
Last Cigarette Ever
When Marshall picks up smoking again, it prompts Lily, Ted and Barney, ex-smokers all, to succumb as well. Meanwhile, Robin gets a new co-anchor at…
12
Girls vs. Suits
When Barney debates giving up wearing suits in order to land a hot bartender, his conflicted feelings lead to an amazingly awesome musical number. Meanwhile,…
13
Jenkins
When Lily refuses to believe that Jenkins, Marshall's attractive female colleague, kissed him, Marshall insists Jenkins tell Lily what really happened. Meanwhile, Robin finds out…
14
Perfect Week
When Barney is about to complete the perfect week - landing seven different girls in seven days - the gang roots him on in order…
15
Rabbit or Duck
When Lily and Marshall forget to fix up Ted on a blind date for Valentine's Day, they use one of Barney's many discarded girls to…
16
Hooked
When the gang tries to convince Ted that he is being strung along by Tiffany, they reflect about relationships where each of them has been…
17
Of Course
When Robin confesses that she is still angry with Barney for the way he handled their break-up, she enlists the help of Anita, a self-help…
18
Say Cheese
When Ted ruins Lily's birthday dinner celebration by bringing a date, Lily goes to great lengths to keep her out of the traditional photo she…
19
Zoo or False
When Marshall gets mugged, Lily decides she wants to get a gun for protection, so Marshall comes up with a convoluted story about the mugging…
20
Home Wreckers
When Ted attends his mother's wedding, he is extremely disturbed by her overly affectionate relationship with her fiancé, which forces him to think about his…
21
Twin Beds
When Ted and Barney jeopardize Robin's new relationship by professing their love for her, Robin realizes that she is finally over them. Meanwhile, after spending…
22
Robots vs. Wrestlers
When Ted, Marshall, Lily and Barney crash a highfalutin party at a swanky New York apartment, Ted gets the chance to mingle with the snooty…
23
The Wedding Bride
When Ted takes a date to see a new hit movie, "The Wedding Bride," he is shocked to learn the story is loosely based on…
24
Doppelgangers
Marshall and Lily make a secret pact to start trying to have a baby if they ever finally see Barney's doppelganger. Meanwhile, Robin finally gets…
SEASON 6
01
Big Days
When Ted and Barney argue about who has "dibs" on a hot girl, Ted realizes that she is there with Cindy, a girl he previously…
02
Cleaning House
When Barney convinces the gang to help his mom move out of her home, they quickly learn that she has been very protective of Barney…
03
Unfinished
Barney uses his best womanizing tactics to try to convince Ted to design the new GNB building; Robin drunk dials Don.
04
Subway Wars
When the gang teases Robin about not being a real New Yorker, she sets out to prove them wrong by racing to catch a glimpse…
05
Architect of Destruction
Ted becomes conflicted after meeting an attractive woman who is passionate about saving the landmark building being torn down for his new project.
06
Baby Talk
Marshall and Lily try to figure out how to conceive a baby with the gender of their choice; Robin's perky new co-anchor irritates her.
07
Canning Randy
When Zoey enrolls in Ted's class, she manipulates his students into taking her side in the fight to save the building being torn down to…
08
Natural History
When the gang goes to a black tie event at the Natural History Museum, Ted gets introduced to Zoey's husband, The Captain.
09
Glitter
Barney's discovery of a Canadian kids show called Space Teens, that Robin appeared on as Robin Sparkles, leads the gang to get her to reach…
10
Blitzgiving
When Ted leaves the bar early to prepare a Thanksgiving feast for his friends, the gang winds up partying all night with The Blitz, an…
11
The Mermaid Theory
When Ted's new friendship with Zoey tests the theory that single men and married women can't be friends, he invites her husband, "The Captain," to…
12
False Positive
Lily and Marshall receive shocking news that has a profound impact on the gang. Ted begins his duties as best man for an old friend's…
13
Bad News
Afraid they will never get pregnant, Lily and Marshall decide to see a specialist. Robin begins her new job.
14
Last Words
While on a trip to Minnesota, Ted and Barney try anything to make Marshall laugh. Marshall runs into an old nemesis from high school.
15
Oh Honey
Barney gets emotional when he opens up to Honey about his life. Ted admits to having feelings for Zoey to the group.
16
Desperation Day
Barney declares February 13th a holiday for desperate women. Marshall receives a Valentine's Day surprise from Lily. Zoey and Ted work on figuring out their…
17
Garbage Island
Marshall becomes obsessed with saving the environment after seeing a documentary on garbage. Ted runs into The Captain. Barney admits he has feelings for a…
18
A Change of Heart
When Barney starts to have real feelings for Nora, he worries that something is wrong with his heart. Meanwhile, Robin starts dating a guy who…
19
Legendaddy
Barney meets his father and is shocked by the differences in their lives. The rest of the gang learn their "gaps"; knowledge they should have…
20
The Exploding Meatball Sub
Lily and Barney react badly when Marshall finally quits his job at Goliath National Bank to take a volunteer position at an environmental organization. Meanwhile,…
21
Hopeless
When Barney tries to bond with his father, he asks the gang to help make his life seem more exciting by lying about their own…
22
The Perfect Cocktail
When Marshall and Barney argue over the destruction of the Arcadian Hotel, Robin and Lily try to mix the right combination of cocktails that will…
23
Landmarks
When Ted is faced with an important decision that might affect his future with Zoey, the gang expresses their true feelings about her.
24
Challenge Accepted
Robin and Barney bond when they intervene in Ted's relationship, and Marshall and Lily watch a ticking clock as he fears that he soon will…
SEASON 7
01
The Best Man
While Barney prepares for his wedding to a mystery bride, he and Ted reminisce about Punchy’s wedding, including when Marshall and Lily announced they are…
02
The Naked Truth
Marshall gets a great job offer that he fears may be scuttled by a social media background check. Ted needs a date for the Architects…
03
Ducky Tie
Barney faces having to wear Marshall's ducky tie if he loses a bet with him. Meanwhile, Ted hopes to apologize to an ex for cheating…
04
The Stinson Missile Crisis
After Robin assaults a girl who is out to ruin Barney's relationship, she is forced to begin court-mandated therapy sessions. Meanwhile, Ted gets too involved…
05
Field Trip
Marshall decides to step in after seeing his boss's approach to settling with a million dollar company. Ted's class trip isn't what he envisioned.
06
Mystery vs. History
When Ted goes on a date without researching the girl on the Internet, the gang interferes, showing Kevin that they are too into each other's…
07
Noretta
The gang begins to realize their romantic partner reminds them of one of their parents. Meanwhile, Barney and Nora's planned romantic evening is ruined by…
08
The Slutty Pumpkin Returns
Ted finally meets his mystery girl in the Slutty Pumpkin costume. Meanwhile, Barney learns he is part Canadian, and Lily has pregnancy brain.
09
Disaster Averted
While the gang reminisces about Hurricane Irene, Barney tries to cut a deal with Marshall and Lily to get out of wearing the Ducky Tie.
10
Tick Tick Tick
Barney and Robin are afraid to break the news to Nora and Kevin that they cheated with each other and want to get back together,…
11
The Rebound Girl
Ted and Barney discuss making a life-changing decision together, and Robin tries to discourage Marshall and Lily from moving to Long Island.
12
Symphony of Illumination
Robin receives bad news and decides to hide it from the gang. Marshall hangs Christmas decorations in his house in the suburbs with some help…
13
Tailgate
After celebrating New Year's Eve, Marshall visits his father's graveside to carry on their tradition of tailgating. Meanwhile, Barney and Ted open a bar called…
14
46 Minutes
Lily and Marshall officially move to the suburbs and realize that Lily's bossy father refuses to move out of their house. Meanwhile, the gang adjusts…
15
The Burning Beekeeper
Lily asks for her father's help when she and Marshall decide to throw a housewarming party. Marshall's boss gets under Ted's skin and the two…
16
The Drunk Train
Lily and Marshall invite Robin and Kevin on a Valentine's Day trip to Vermont. Kevin and Robin use the trip to talk about taking their…
17
No Pressure
When Robin breaks up with Kevin, Ted confesses his feelings to her. Meanwhile, Barney is on a mission to find something private of Marshall and…
18
Karma
Barney continues his pursuit of Quinn. Ted has to deal with Robin's old room, while Robin gets a taste of suburban life from Marshall and…
19
The Broath
The gang tries to break up Barney and Quinn after learning they plan on moving in together, leaving Robin and Ted to fight over who…
20
Trilogy Time
Ted, Marshall and Barney embark on another "trilogy time", where they get together every three years to watch the "Star Wars" trilogy and envision what…
21
Now We're Even
Although Ted is happy with living alone at his new apartment, Barney tries to convince him about going out every night. Lily has a naughty…
22
Good Crazy
Marshall panics when a baby shower indicates that the birth is close at hand and accidentally takes a road trip with Barney. Ted hallucinates seeing…
23
The Magician's Code (1)
When Lily goes into labor, Ted and Robin distract her by telling her stories while Marshall hurries back from Atlantic City.
24
The Magician's Code (2)
Ted is conflicted when Victoria approaches him on her wedding day and asks him to elope. Meanwhile, Barney and Quinn are arrested by airport security…
SEASON 8
01
Farhampton
Robin’s anxiety on her wedding day to Barney prompts Ted to recount the time he insisted on leaving Victoria’s jilted fiancé a note before they…
02
The Pre-Nup
When Barney designs an extensive pre-nup, the guys take note and propose their own relationship amendments to their significant others. Meanwhile, Quinn is outraged and…
03
Nannies
When Lily and Marshall have trouble finding a nanny, they learn it’s because of an elaborate scheme Barney came up with to meet girls. Meanwhile,…
04
Who Wants to Be a Godparent?
When Lily and Marshall can’t decide on godparents for Marvin, they put the gang to the test to see who would make the best one.
05
The Autumn of Break-Ups
As the season of break-ups continues, Ted and Victoria must choose the next step in their long and complicated relationship. Meanwhile, Robin worries about Barney…
06
Splitsville
When Robin is hesitant to break up with Nick, Barney takes matters into his own hands. Meanwhile, Lily and Marshall are desperate for some private…
07
The Stamp Tramp
Marshall recommends his old law school classmate Brad for a job at his firm, but the interview goes awry, leaving Marshall to do damage control…
08
Twelve Horny Women
Marshall takes on his old friend/new nemesis Brad in the biggest case of his career. Meanwhile, the gang reminisces about their own run-ins with the…
09
Lobster Crawl
Robin is determined to get Barney back no matter what it takes. Meanwhile, Ted fills in as Marvin’s Nanny, leading Marshall and Lily to realize…
10
The Over-Correction
Barney's developing relationship with Patrice leaves Robin questioning his motives. Marshall's widowed mother gets back into the dating pool, but he thinks she may be…
11
The Final Page (1)
Robin takes steps to have Patrice fired from WWN, while Marshall puts a jinx on Barney. Later, Ted invites his architecture professor to the dedication…
12
The Final Page (2)
Christmas approaches and Ted wrestles with whether to tell Robin about Barney's intentions involving Patrice, while Marshall and Lily get an early Yule gift, a…
13
Band or DJ?
When Robin learns that Barney never asked her father’s permission before proposing, she insists that he seek his approval before announcing their engagement. Meanwhile, Ted…
14
Ring Up!
Barney begs Ted to continue seeing his much younger, much wilder girlfriend, even though Ted has nothing in common with her. Meanwhile, Robin must adjust…
15
P.S. I Love You
Barney uncovers the lost episode of Robin’s “Underneath the Tunes” as Robin Sparkles. Meanwhile, Marshall and Lily are concerned that Ted’s new girlfriend is a…
16
Bad Crazy
Ted is reluctant to break up with his crazy girlfriend Jeanette. Meanwhile, Robin becomes attached to Marvin after finally holding him for the first time.
17
The Ashtray
When Ted receives an unexpected call from The Captain, the gang reminisced about their last awkward encounter with him.
18
Weekend at Barney's
Barney's legendary relationship playbook, which Robin thought was destroyed, rears its head when Ted and Jeanette break up and Barney decides to use his chick…
19
The Fortress
Barney reluctantly attempts to sell his apartment by holding an open house, during which Ted and Marshall get mistaken for a couple. Tension arises between…
20
The Time Travelers
Ted and Barney's future versions attempt to persuade present day Ted to go see Robots Versus Wrestlers. Marshall and Robin have a dance-off.
21
Romeward Bound
When The Captain asks Lily to move to Rome for a year as his art consultant, she fears that Marshall will resent her. Meanwhile, Ted…
22
The Bro Mitzvah
The gang works together to plan a legendary bachelor party for Barney.
23
Something Old
Robin desperately tries to locate the item that she buried in Central Park years earlier to wear as her "Something Old" for the wedding. Meanwhile,…
24
Something New
As the gang prepares to go to Robin and Barney’s wedding, Ted invites Lily to see the house he's finally finished fixing up. Meanwhile, Robin…
SEASON 9
01
The Locket
On their way to Long Island for their wedding weekend, Robin and Barney come across a startling family discovery. Meanwhile, Marshall sees something online that…
02
Coming Back
When James reveals that he is getting divorced, Robin worries about how Barney will take the news. Meanwhile, Marshall races to find a way to…
03
Last Time in New York
When Lily discovers Ted’s list of things he wants to do in New York before he moves for Chicago, she becomes frustrated that she is…
04
The Broken Code
While Barney works through his anger at Ted after finding out he still has feelings for Robin, Marshall Skypes in to act as a judge…
05
The Poker Game
Barney is upset after Robin wins James's wedding ring during the poker game, and Ted argues with Marshall and Lily over whether he gave them…
06
Knight Vision
When Ted finds himself with three prospects to be his date for the wedding weekend, he chooses poorly. Meanwhile, Barney and Robin have a confrontation…
07
No Questions Asked
When Daphne sends a troubling text message to Lily, Marshall enlists the gang's help to remove the message while enforcing the "No Questions Asked" rule.
08
The Lighthouse
When Robin and Loretta's conflict escalates, Barney is caught in the middle. Meanwhile, Marshall and Daphne deal with a stowaway on their road trip, and…
09
Platonish
During a flashback, the gang wonders how the Ted, Robin and Barney love triangle will play out; Barney accepts challenges from Robin and Lily.
10
Mom and Dad
Barney concocts a plan when his father arrives at the hotel; Ted thinks he is being framed when a wedding-related duty gets messed up.
11
Bedtime Stories
Marshall tries to get Marvin to sleep by reciting rhyming bedtime stories.
12
The Rehearsal Dinner
Robin is dismayed when Barney wants to have their rehearsal dinner at a laser tag arena; Ted aggravates Lily by not following through with a…
13
Bass Player Wanted
A man at the wedding intentionally stirs up trouble; Marshall finally arrives at the Farhampton Inn.
14
Slapsgiving 3: Slappointment in Slapmarra
In an attempt to deliver a devastating final slap to Barney, Marshall explains how he mastered the Slap of A Million Exploding Suns.
15
Unpause
Robin and Ted try to get Barney to reveal secrets after he drinks too much; Marshall tries to avoid fighting with Lily.
16
How Your Mother Met Me
The mother reveals how she met Ted and what she has been doing over the past eight years.
17
Sunrise
Robin and Ted reminisce about past relationships as they search for a drunken Barney on the day of the wedding; Lily and Marshall come to…
18
Rally
The gang must figure out how to make the Stinson Hangover Fixer Elixir to help Barney recover on the day of the wedding.
19
Vesuvius
Robin and Lily have a fight on the morning of the wedding; Barney can't decide what suit to wear; the gang watches a movie that…
20
Daisy
Marshall asks Barney and Ted for help figuring out where Lily went in the middle of the night during their argument.
21
Gary Blauman
When Gary Blauman shows up at the wedding, it sends the gang into a frenzy as they each recall an encounter with him.
22
The End of the Aisle
With only a half an hour left before the wedding, Robin and Barney panic; Lily and Marshall rewrite their wedding vows.
23
Last Forever (1)
Ted finally finishes telling his kids the story of how he met their mother.
24
Last Forever (2)
Ted finally finishes telling his kids the story of how he met their mother.
SERIES INFO
9
Seasons
208
Episodes
22 min/ep
Per Episode
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Carter Bays
Creator
Craig Thomas
Showrunner
Pamela Fryman
NETWORKS (1)
CBS
AWARDS (7)
B
International TV Audience Award for Best Comedy TV Series
2015
WON
G
Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Cinematography for a Multi-Camera Series
2014
WON
G
Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Multi-Camera Picture Editing for a Comedy Series
2013
WON
G
Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Single-Camera Picture Editing for a Comedy Series
2011
WON
DETAILS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is How I Met Your Mother about?
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.
Where can I watch How I Met Your Mother?
How I Met Your Mother is available on Disney+, Hotstar, VI movies and tv, Joyn, Hulu. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does How I Met Your Mother have?
How I Met Your Mother has 9 seasons with 208 episodes total.
Who created How I Met Your Mother?
How I Met Your Mother was created by Carter Bays and Craig Thomas.
Who stars in How I Met Your Mother?
The cast of How I Met Your Mother includes Josh Radnor, Neil Patrick Harris, Jason Segel, Alyson Hannigan, Cobie Smulders.
What is the rating of How I Met Your Mother?
How I Met Your Mother has a rating of 8.1 out of 10 based on 5,554 votes on TMDB.
Is How I Met Your Mother still running?
How I Met Your Mother has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (1)
Comedy
