How I Met Your Mother
The season introduces Ted Mosby in the year 2030 as he tells his children the story of how he met their mother. The narrative begins in 2005, following 27-year-old architect Ted as he navigates life and love in Manhattan. After his best friend Marshall Eriksen proposes to Lily Aldrin, Ted becomes determined to find his own soul mate. He soon meets and falls for Robin Scherbatsky, an ambitious reporter, while his friend Barney Stinson encourages his bachelor lifestyle.
Released: 2005-09-19
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Creators:
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Writers:
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Phil Lord
Chris Miller
Kourtney Kang
Chris Harris
Brenda Hsueh
Chris Marcil
Sam Johnson
Gloria Calderón Kellett
Maria Ferrari
Ira Ungerleider
Production:
Bays & Thomas Productions
20th Century Fox Television
Network: CBS
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Characters
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Ted Mosby
Josh Radnor
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Marshall Eriksen
Jason Segel
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Robin Scherbatsky
Cobie Smulders
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Barney Stinson
Neil Patrick Harris
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Lily Aldrin
Alyson Hannigan
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Future Ted Mosby
Bob Saget
Episodes
Pilot
After Marshall proposes to Lily, Ted decides to find "The One" and meets Robin at a bar.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writers:
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Released: 2005-09-19
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Purple Giraffe
Ted throws a series of parties in a desperate attempt to see Robin again for a second date.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writers:
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Released: 2005-09-26
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Return of the Shirt
Ted tries to rekindle a romance with an old flame, while Barney dares Robin to say outlandish things on air.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writer:
Kourtney Kang
Released: 2005-10-10
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Okay Awesome
The group visits a nightclub, while Marshall and Lily try to host a mature wine and cheese party.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writer:
Chris Harris
Released: 2005-10-17
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Slutty Pumpkin
Ted waits at a Halloween party for a girl he met years ago, while Robin's relationship faces tension.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writer:
Brenda Hsueh
Released: 2005-10-24
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Matchmaker
Ted visits a matchmaking service that claims to have no matches for him, so he investigates an engaged dermatologist.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writers:
Chris Marcil
Sam Johnson
Released: 2005-11-07
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The Duel
Ted and Marshall have a sword fight to decide who gets to keep the apartment after Marshall and Lily get married.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writer:
Gloria Calderón Kellett
Released: 2005-11-14
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The Pineapple Incident
After a wild night, Ted wakes up with a sprained ankle, a girl in his bed, and a pineapple in his room.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writers:
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Released: 2005-11-28
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The Limo
Ted hires a limo for New Year's Eve to visit five different parties, but the group faces obstacles.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writers:
Sam Johnson
Chris Marcil
Released: 2005-12-19
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The Wedding
Ted's invitation to Robin for a friend's wedding causes an argument between the bride and groom.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writer:
Kourtney Kang
Released: 2006-01-09
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Drumroll, Please
Ted meets a mysterious woman at a wedding and tries to track her down the next day.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writer:
Gloria Calderón Kellett
Released: 2006-01-23
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Zip, Zip, Zip
Ted and Victoria decide to move their relationship forward, while Marshall and Lily worry about milestones.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writer:
Brenda Hsueh
Released: 2006-02-06
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Game Night
The gang shares embarrassing stories to get Barney to reveal the truth about his past.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writer:
Chris Harris
Released: 2006-02-27
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Cupcake
Victoria is offered a fellowship in Germany, forcing her and Ted to consider a long-distance relationship.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writer:
Maria Ferrari
Released: 2006-03-06
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Life Among the Gorillas
Marshall struggles with his new corporate job, while Ted asks Robin for advice on his relationship.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writers:
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Released: 2006-03-20
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Nothing Good Happens After 2 A.M.
Ted goes to Robin's apartment late at night after becoming convinced Victoria is going to break up with him.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writers:
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Released: 2006-04-10
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Mary the Paralegal
Barney sets Ted up on a date for Robin's awards banquet, leading to a misunderstanding about her occupation.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writer:
Chris Harris
Released: 2006-04-24
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Milk
A matchmaking service finds Ted's soul mate, but he questions his feelings for Robin.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writers:
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Released: 2006-05-08
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Come On
Ted attempts to win Robin's heart, while Marshall and Lily's relationship is tested by an art fellowship.
Director:
Pamela Fryman
Writers:
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Released: 2006-05-15
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