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How I Met Your Mother

  • TV Series
  • 2005–2014
  • TV-14
  • 23m
IMDb RATING
8.3/10
759K
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Neil Patrick Harris, Alyson Hannigan, Jason Segel, Josh Radnor, and Cobie Smulders in How I Met Your Mother (2005)
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A father recounts to his children the journey he and his four best friends took leading up to him meeting their mother.A father recounts to his children the journey he and his four best friends took leading up to him meeting their mother.A father recounts to his children the journey he and his four best friends took leading up to him meeting their mother.

  • Creators
    • Carter Bays
    • Craig Thomas
  • Stars
    • Josh Radnor
    • Jason Segel
    • Cobie Smulders
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  • IMDb RATING
    8.3/10
    759K
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    POPULARITY
    122
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    • Creators
      • Carter Bays
      • Craig Thomas
    • Stars
      • Josh Radnor
      • Jason Segel
      • Cobie Smulders
    • 1KUser reviews
    • 56Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Won 10 Primetime Emmys
      • 29 wins & 102 nominations total

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    Josh Radnor
    Josh Radnor
    • Ted Mosby
    • 2005–2014
    Jason Segel
    Jason Segel
    • Marshall Eriksen
    • 2005–2014
    Cobie Smulders
    Cobie Smulders
    • Robin Scherbatsky
    • 2005–2014
    Neil Patrick Harris
    Neil Patrick Harris
    • Barney Stinson
    • 2005–2014
    Alyson Hannigan
    Alyson Hannigan
    • Lily Aldrin…
    • 2005–2014
    Lyndsy Fonseca
    Lyndsy Fonseca
    • Daughter
    • 2005–2014
    David Henrie
    David Henrie
    • Son
    • 2005–2014
    Cristin Milioti
    Cristin Milioti
    • Tracy McConnell…
    • 2013–2014
    Marshall Manesh
    Marshall Manesh
    • Ranjit
    • 2005–2014
    Joe Nieves
    Joe Nieves
    • Carl
    • 2005–2014
    Charlene Amoia
    Charlene Amoia
    • Wendy…
    • 2005–2011
    Ashley Williams
    Ashley Williams
    • Victoria
    • 2006–2014
    Suzie Plakson
    Suzie Plakson
    • Judy…
    • 2005–2014
    Jennifer Morrison
    Jennifer Morrison
    • Zoey
    • 2010–2014
    Wayne Brady
    Wayne Brady
    • James
    • 2006–2014
    Bill Fagerbakke
    Bill Fagerbakke
    • Marvin Sr.…
    • 2005–2014
    Ellen D. Williams
    Ellen D. Williams
    • Patrice
    • 2011–2014
    Chris Elliott
    Chris Elliott
    • Mickey
    • 2009–2014
    • Creators
      • Carter Bays
      • Craig Thomas
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    Reviewers say 'How I Met Your Mother' is acclaimed for its unique storytelling and blend of comedy and heartfelt moments. The narrative structure and character development, especially Barney Stinson, are praised. The ensemble cast's chemistry and themes of friendship and love resonate. However, some criticize later seasons and the finale for not meeting earlier quality, though many still enjoy the series.
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    MarkOnline

    I hope this show is kept

    I don't know if I have enough to say to fill up ten lines. I basically wanted to say that I think this is a funny show, and I hope the network keeps it. I especially like the twists and sense of mystery.

    I've liked Alyson Hannigan for quite a while, and I think she's doing a great job in the first adult role I've seen her in (I can't believe she's already 31). I also think Doogie, I mean Neil Patrick Harris, plays his character really well. If you haven't seen him in "Harold & Kumar Go To White Castle", you should. Josh Radnor also does a very good job in his first leading role.

    I agree that everyone is entitled to his or her own opinion, but I think this show has a lot of elements that make a good series: good plot, good writing, good acting, and attractive cast). I think previous series like "Friends" have raised the bar very high for new sitcoms, but I hope that even if a series isn't destined to become the next "Friends," it can still be recognized as a good and worthwhile sitcom.
    8Rob1331

    Really Funny!

    How I Met Your Mother will go down as one of the better comedies of all-time (and rightfully so) but there's no doubt as to who's the best part of the show and that's Neil Patrick Harris (Barney)! He steals every scene that he's in and is funny in just about every episode. The entire main cast (Harris, Josh Radnor, Jason Segal, Cobie Smuthers and Alyson Hannigan) is great which makes this show so funny. The first season isn't as good so you may have to power through it out it's well worth it. Also, as most have already said...it has one of the worst finales to a show in the history of television! If for some reason you're one of the few people who haven't seen this yet then I highly recommend you do. It's almost impossible not to smile and have a good time during this show.
    darkmanishere990

    My favorite show on TV behind only Seinfeld.

    What can I say about this show? The cast is awesome. The writers rock. The show is great. My favorite character is Barney. He is probably the main person I watch the show for. He is funny and brings a certain "something' to TV that it needs. It is totally the best new comedy in awhile. While it does have a laugh track - it isn't needed. Bob Sagget is right at home on this show playing the Dad. I think it is very fitting for him to be playing that role. The rest of the cast is great also. The guy who plays Ted is great at being the 'every day' guy and Marshall and his soon to be wife, Lilly are perfect together. As for Robin, well she is Robin and there is nothing wrong with her. I think everyone on this show including the regular cab driver are great. This show has everything and I hope everyone gives it a chance. I love it. It is legendary. Till next week Barney.
    emilyswope

    Grows on you

    Watched the show, thought "Hm, I haven't decided if it'll stay or not". But then the next day, my husband and I are quoting it and want to watch it again.

    We try again the next week, again with the quoting. I haven't watched a show where there are lines that stick with me like this for a very long time. The show wouldn't be anywhere without "Barney", but somehow none of its faults matter because I enjoy it just too darn much. Every episode there's a new line, haven't been disappointed so far, hoping it continues and gets even better.

    I mean come on, with lines like: "Suit up!" "Phone Five!" "Not awkward guys, its only awkward if we make it awkward"

    And the numerous variations of "suit up" are a hoot "Snow suit up!" "Flight suit up" I gotta say, I just enjoy it.

    There isn't great philosophy, it has a laugh track, but I don't miss it and end up watching the episode a couple times because its the only things worth watching sometimes.
    pmk-sjk

    How I Met Your Mother is the best new show in a very long time!

    How I Met Your Mother is so worth watching! What great characters and amazing writing! This show is a Hit! Finally something to tune in to on Monday nights. Not since Friends have the characters on a sit com bonded like this. I love that there are 3 guys and 2 girls..The writing is fresh and in control and productive.....I particularly enjoy the Ted with the shirt episode - what a unique story line and all the characters just seem to work so well together. I love the added suspense of "who is Ted going to end up with". The character of Ted does an amazing job! He has such a cuteness and innocence about him that makes the whole premise of "How I Met Your Mother" really work and keeps the audience so tuned in to find out what is going to happen next! You have accumulated such a great staff of writers!!! Amazing new show! Our office is taking turns staging Monday night soirees to watch! This premise really works! Keep us the good work! Keep Monday night TV rolling along! Yeah!! Hilarious!

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    • Trivia
      Like his character, Neil Patrick Harris is a trained magician in real life.
    • Goofs
      Marshall, Lily, and Ted went to Wesleyan, where Ted studied to be an architect, but Wesleyan does not have an architecture program.
    • Quotes

      Barney: It's gonna be legen... wait for it... dary!

    • Connections
      Featured in The 59th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards (2007)
    • Soundtracks
      Hey Beautiful
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    • Release date
      • September 19, 2005 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
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    • Languages
      • English
      • Persian
      • Chinese
    • Also known as
      • H.I.M.Y.M
    • Filming locations
      • 20th Century Fox Studios - 10201 Pico Blvd., Century City, Los Angeles, California, USA(Studio)
    • Production companies
      • 20th Century Fox Television
      • Bays Thomas Productions
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    • Runtime
      23 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Stereo
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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