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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.
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Checked Sep 1, 2026
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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.
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Episode 1
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 changes the course of his journey east, while Lily confronts Ted about letting go of Robin.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars Suzie Plakson, Marshall Manesh, Michael James Bell, Wayne Brady, Sherri Shepherd, Rudy Villagrana, Wayne Temple
Episode 2
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 get to New York in time for the wedding, and Ted deals with being alone at a romantic hotel.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars Roger Bart, Anisha Adusumilli, Mary Gallagher, Irene Roseen, Robert Belushi, Wayne Brady, Sherri Shepherd, John C. Moskoff
Episode 3
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 the only person who knows about his plans. Meanwhile, Robin and Barney realize they have very little time together before their relatives arrive for their wedding.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Gerard, Matthew ZinmanGuest stars Lou Cutell, Marjorie Lovett, Cynthia Murell, Ramon Hilario, Jason Boggs, Robert Belushi, Wayne Brady, Sherri Shepherd
Episode 4
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 and help settle their dispute. Meanwhile, Lily realizes she is Robin's only girlfriend.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Matt KuhnGuest stars Marshall Manesh, Ellen D. Williams, Melissa Tang, Tim Gunn, Di Koob, Robert Belushi, Cate Scott Campbell, William Zabka
Episode 5
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 a wedding gift.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Dan Gregor, Doug MandGuest stars Marshall Manesh, Frances Conroy, Virginia Williams, Matt Boren, Wayne Brady, Sherri Shepherd, William Zabka, Jeff Grace
Episode 6
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 with their minister, and Marshall learns more about his driving companion, Daphne.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Chris HarrisGuest stars Anna Camp, Edward Herrmann, India de Beaufort, Michael Rider, Joe O'Connor, Skyler Vallo, Joshua Hoover, Sherri Shepherd
Episode 7
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.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Stephen LloydGuest stars Rhys Darby, Lindsey Alley, David Grammer, Sherri Shepherd, Lyndsy Fonseca, David Henrie
Episode 8
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 Ted and Cassie try to enjoy a trip to a lighthouse.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Rachel AxlerGuest stars Frances Conroy, Harry Groener, Cristine Rose, Anna Camp, Roger Bart, Robert Belushi, Sherri Shepherd, Lyndsy Fonseca
Episode 9
During a flashback, the gang wonders how the Ted, Robin and Barney love triangle will play out; Barney accepts challenges from Robin and Lily.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by George SloanGuest stars Bryan Cranston, Christine Donlon, Michael Edwin, Sarah Karges, Stephanie Lynn, Angela Sprinkle, Kevin Fabian
Episode 10
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.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars Marshall Manesh, Frances Conroy, Robert Belushi, Ben Vereen, John Lithgow, Wayne Brady, Sherri Shepherd, William Zabka
Episode 11
Marshall tries to get Marvin to sleep by reciting rhyming bedtime stories.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars James Van Der Beek, Camille Guaty, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Marcia Ann Burrs, Michael C. Mahon, Lyndsy Fonseca, David Henrie, Christopher Darga
Episode 12
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 promise.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Chuck TathamGuest stars Alan Thicke, Wayne Brady, Patrick Hancock, Victoria Boa, Jeff Kueppers, Lawrence Larsen
Episode 13
A man at the wedding intentionally stirs up trouble; Marshall finally arrives at the Farhampton Inn.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars Andrew Rannells, Robert Belushi
Episode 14
In an attempt to deliver a devastating final slap to Barney, Marshall explains how he mastered the Slap of A Million Exploding Suns.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars Joe Nieves, Nazanin Boniadi, Katie Walder, Eva Amurri, Stacy Keibler, April Bowlby, Barbara Perry, Robert Belushi
Episode 15
Robin and Ted try to get Barney to reveal secrets after he drinks too much; Marshall tries to avoid fighting with Lily.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Chris HarrisGuest stars Mark Derwin, Robert Belushi, Kenzo Lee, David Mattey
Episode 16
The mother reveals how she met Ted and what she has been doing over the past eight years.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars Rachel Bilson, Andrew Rannells, Ahna O'Reilly, Adam Paul, Roger Bart, Robert Belushi, Lou Ferrigno Jr., Sherilyn Henderson
Episode 17
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 a resolution; Barney befriends two men who are eager to meet women.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars Abby Elliott, Cristine Rose, Ashley Williams, Bill Fagerbakke, Sarah Chalke, Brian McElhaney, Nick Kocher, Tim Gunn
Episode 18
The gang must figure out how to make the Stinson Hangover Fixer Elixir to help Barney recover on the day of the wedding.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars Robert Belushi, Sharline Liu, Mariangela Pagan, Spencer Ralston, Ray Wise, Lyndsy Fonseca, David Henrie, Stephen Grove Malloy
Episode 19
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 Ted didn't want them to see.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Barbie AdlerGuest stars Lucy Hale, Tracey Ullman, Chris Kattan, Roger Bart, Jon Heder
Episode 20
Marshall asks Barney and Ted for help figuring out where Lily went in the middle of the night during their argument.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars Suzie Plakson, Kyle MacLachlan, Marshall Manesh, Chris Elliott, Tracey Ullman, Laura Bell Bundy, Robert Belushi, William Zabka
Episode 21
When Gary Blauman shows up at the wedding, it sends the gang into a frenzy as they each recall an encounter with him.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Kourtney KangGuest stars Joe Nieves, Abby Elliott, Jennifer Morrison, Marshall Manesh, Kal Penn, Ellen D. Williams, David Burtka, Alexis Denisof
Episode 22
With only a half an hour left before the wedding, Robin and Barney panic; Lily and Marshall rewrite their wedding vows.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars Marshall Manesh, Frances Conroy, Ellen D. Williams, Taran Killam, Tracey Ullman, Tim Gunn, Ray Wise, Ben Vereen
Episode 23
Ted finally finishes telling his kids the story of how he met their mother.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars Judith Drake
Episode 24
Ted finally finishes telling his kids the story of how he met their mother.
Directed by Pamela FrymanWritten by Craig Thomas, Carter BaysGuest stars Marshall Manesh, Saudia Rashed, Kerrigan Milker, Jim Nantz, Judith Drake, Alexandria Sounis, Lyndsy Fonseca, David Henrie
Episode information updated Sep 17, 2026
Josh RadnorTed Mosby
Neil Patrick HarrisBarney Stinson
Jason SegelMarshall Eriksen
Alyson HanniganLily Aldrin
Cobie SmuldersRobin Scherbatsky
Cristin MiliotiTracy McConnell
Becki NewtonQuinn Garvey
Jennifer MorrisonZoey Pierson
CBSUnited States
20th Century Fox TelevisionUnited States
