A love story in reverse
Over view
The story of Ted (Josh Radnor) and how he met the love of his life is told to his kids, through flashbacks, 25 years in the future.
Cast
Josh Radnor . . . Ted Mosby
Jason Segel . . . Marshall Eriksen
Alyson Hannigan . . . Lily Aldrin
Neil Patrick Harris . . . Barney Stinson
Cobie Smulders . . . Robin Scherbatsky
"Pilot" Episode 1.01
Ted's best friend announces he's proposing to his girlfriend, prompting Ted to realize that he needs to find love and settle down.
Air date
September 19, 2005
"Purple Giraffe" Episode 1.02
Hoping for a second chance after their intense first date, Ted invites Robin to a party, but when she doesn't show up, he throws a party again...and again.
Air date
September 26, 2005
"The Sweet Taste of Liberty" Episode 1.03
Barney cons Ted into going to the airport to meet women, and the pair end up on a flight to Philadelphia with two prospective dates.
Air date
October 3, 2005
"Return of the Shirt" Episode 1.04
Ted reconsiders women he rejected in the past, thinking his taste has changed, and decides to call a woman (Anne Dudek) whose heart he broke when he broke up with her---on her birthday.
Air date
October 10, 2005
"Okay Awesome" Episode 1.05
Robin takes Ted and Barney with her when she gets VIP passes to an exclusive club, while Marshall and Lily, who decide they need to do grown-up stuff, host a wine-tasting party.
Air date
October 17, 2005
"The Slutty Pumpkin" Episode 1.06
On Halloween, Ted makes his annual visit to a boring party, where he met his dream woman four years earlier, lost her number and hopes each time that she'll show up. Meanwhile, Marshall and Lily go on a double date with Robin and her new boyfriend.
Air date
October 24, 2005
"Matchmaker" Episode 1.07
When a professional matchmaker (Camryn Manheim) tells Ted that his perfect mate was paired with someone months ago, Ted steals the woman's file and meets her.
Air date
November 7, 2005
"The Duel " Episode 1.08
When Lily moves into the apartment, Ted fears that she and Marshall will edge him out and that they'll get the place after they're married.
Air date
November 14, 2005
"Belly Full of Turkey" Episode 1.09
Ted and Robin volunteer at a homeless shelter on Thanksgiving and are stunned to see Barney's also there helping. Meanwhile, Marshall takes Lily to Minnesota to meet his family.
Air date
November 21 , 2005
"The Pineapple Incident" Episode 1.10
Ted's memory is fuzzy as he recalls a time when all he clearly remembers is getting drunk and waking up in bed with a mystery woman---and a pineapple.
Air date
November 28, 2005
"The Limo" Episode 1.11
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.
Air date
December 19, 2005
"The Wedding" Episode 1.12
Ted asks an excited Robin to be his date for a wedding, but the emotional bride won't allow him to bring her, telling him he never checked “plus one” on his R.S.V.P.
Air date
January 9, 2006
"Drumroll Please" Episode 1.13
At a wedding, there's instant attraction between Ted and a woman. Both agree to preserve the evening in memory by not exchanging names or numbers, but Ted falls too hard to let it go and tries to find out her identity.
Air date
January 23 , 2006
"Zip, Zip, Zip" Episode 1.14
Having abstained for weeks, an amorous Ted and Victoria (Ashley Williams) rush back to the apartment, where Lily and Marshall are in the bathroom and don't dare come out and ruin the moment. Meanwhile, Barney, in need of a buddy for the night, asks Robin to go “bro-ing” with him.
Air date
February 6, 2006
"Game Night" Episode 1.15
Victoria gets to know the gang better on game night, and they are all surprised by Barney, who recalls a sentimental love story from his past that reveals a side to the lothario they've never known.
Air date
February 27, 2006
"Cupcake" Episode 1.16
Victoria and Ted have some deciding to do when she tells him she's been offered a fellowship at a culinary institute in Germany and has to leave in a few days. Meanwhile, Barney takes Marshall to his tailor for a wedding suit while Lily looks for a wedding dress.
Air date
March 6, 2006
"Life Among the Gorillas" Episode 1.17
Marshall interns at the corporation where Barney works and finds that he is becoming a shallow jerk as he tries to fit in with his Barney-like coworkers. Meanwhile, Ted feels guilty when he receives several gifts from Victoria while he hasn't sent her anything.
Air date
March 20 , 2006
"Nothing Good Happens After 2 AM" Episode 1.18
A lonely Robin asks Ted to come over after 2 A.M., and on the way there he debates the decision with his friends on the phone and with Victoria in his conscience.
Guests
Alexis Denisof . . . Sandy Rivers
Air date
April 10 , 2006
"Mary the Paralegal" Episode 1.19
Without asking him, Barney gets Ted a beautiful "escort" for Robin's media-awards dinner in an attempt to make Robin jealous and get his two friends together.
Guests
Alexis Denisof . . . Sandy Rivers
Air date
April 24, 2006
"Best Prom Ever" Episode 1.20
After booking an exclusive hall for their wedding, Marshall and Lily rush to prepare for the event. Their plans hit a snag when Lily insists on hearing a prospective band before hiring them, but the only place to see them is a local high-school prom, so she decides to sneak in.
Air date
May 1, 2006
"Milk" Episode 1.21
The day after Ted turns 28, he learns that the dating service he visited months ago has finally found his perfect match. He arranges to meet her, but before she arrives Lily calls and asks him for help during a life crisis.
Air date
May 8, 2006
"Come On" Episode 1.22
Ted decides to make a final grand gesture to win over Robin. Then he learns she's planning to go on a weekend camping trip that includes her co-anchor, Sandy Rivers, who also has feelings for her.
Guests
Alexis Denisof . . . Sandy Rivers
Amy Acker . . . Penelope
Air date
May 15, 2006
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