TV series
Because parks don't grow on trees.
In an attempt to beautify her town — and advance her career — Leslie Knope, a mid-level bureaucrat in the Parks and Recreation Department of Pawnee, Indiana, takes on bureaucrats, cranky neighbors, and single-issue fanatics whose weapons are lawsuits, the jumble of city codes, and the democratic process she loves so much.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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In an attempt to beautify her town — and advance her career — Leslie Knope, a mid-level bureaucrat in the Parks and Recreation Department of Pawnee, Indiana, takes on bureaucrats, cranky neighbors, and single-issue fanatics whose weapons are lawsuits, the jumble of city codes, and the democratic process she loves so much.
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Episode 1
When Leslie decides to marry two penguins to promote the local zoo, she inadvertently causes an uproar when both penguins turn out to be male. Meanwhile, Mark puts Ann in an awkward situation when he asks her to go see a movie.
Directed by Paul FeigWritten by Norm HiscockGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Tahmus Rounds, Marlon John, Willy Rodriguez, Cole Sand, Blake Lee, Josh Duvendeck
Episode 2
While tending to the new community garden, Leslie and Tom discover someone has planted marijuana among the vegetables. In an effort to catch the people responsible, they pull an all-night stakeout. With Leslie's permission, Ann decides to go on a date with Mark.
Directed by Seth GordonWritten by Rachel AxlerGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Frank Crim, John Deignan, Louis C.K.
Episode 3
Leslie gets to judge a beauty contest, but ends up having conflicting opinions on "the ideal woman" with the other judges. While on a date with Mark, Ann learns Andy has been living in the pit.
Directed by Jason WolinerWritten by Katie DippoldGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Frank Medrano, Worth Howe, Amy E., Fred Ochs, Louis C.K., April Eden
Episode 4
Leslie is nervous about her first date with Dave, so Ann takes her on a practice date to help her prepare. Meanwhile, after a local councilman is caught up in a sex scandal, Tom, Ron, April and Mark decide to see who can uncover the worst dirt on each other.
Directed by Alex HardcastleWritten by Harris WittelsGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Danilo Di Julio, Marc Doten, Joseph Berardi, Melanie MacQueen, Janet Song, Debbie Tylak
Episode 5
Leslie plays host to the Parks and Recreation department from Pawnee's sister city, Boraqua, Venezuela, and is shocked at the cultural differences. Tom becomes an errand boy, and April plays hard to get.
Directed by Michael SchurWritten by Alan YangGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Loudon Wainwright III, JC Gonzalez, Fred Armisen, Carlos Carrasco, Federico Dordei, Karen Teliha
Episode 6
Leslie, Ann and the rest of the Parks Department volunteer to help the organization KaBOOM! build a playground for a neighboring town. After building an entire playground in one day, Leslie gets frustrated at the lack of progress with the pit, and takes some advice from Mark to cut through the red tape.
Directed by Charles McDougallWritten by Aisha MuharrarGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, H. Jon Benjamin, Paul Scheer, Chris Tallman
Episode 7
Leslie enlists the help of Dave and Andy in order to catch a local teen vandal. Meanwhile, Ann struggles to make her Halloween party fun, and ends up getting help from an unlikely source.
Directed by Dean HollandWritten by Michael SchurGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Cody Klop, Jason E. Kelley, Kelly Holden, Kathleen M. Darcy, Josh Ducendeck, Louis C.K., Jama Williamson
Episode 8
Leslie is upset when she learns the library department wants to take over her lot. Making matters worse, the library is run by Ron's ex-wife Tammy, who still has a powerful emotional hold on him. Meanwhile, Andy gets a job in hopes of winning Ann back.
Directed by Troy MillerWritten by Mike ScullyGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Jack Carter, Roger Eschbacher, Megan Mullally
Episode 9
After one of the murals ("The Spirit of Pawnee") in City Hall is defaced, Leslie and the Parks Department compete to come up with a new design. Meanwhile, Andy and Ron share an uncomfortable moment at the shoeshine stand.
Directed by Millicent SheltonWritten by Rachel AxlerGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Phil Reeves, Barry Sigismondi, Doug Anthony Jones, Stephanie McVay, Katie Dippold, Kirk Fox
Episode 10
Leslie tries to prove she can hang with the guys so she invites herself on Ron's annual hunting trip, but things don't go as planned. Meanwhile, April and Andy bond in the office while everyone is away.
Directed by Greg DanielsWritten by Daniel J. GoorGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Jay Johnston, Travis Guba, Yvans Jourdain
Episode 11
After Leslie finds out that Tom is getting a divorce, the department takes him out on the town to cheer him up. Meanwhile, Andy tries to hustle Mark in a game of pool.
Directed by Troy MillerWritten by Harris WittelsGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, James Ball, Jon Paul Burkhart, Evan O'Brien, Richard Dunn, David Gerard Robinson, John Lee Ames
Episode 12
Leslie designs the Pawnee Winter Wonderland Festival, but has to hide from the press when a meeting with a disgraced Councilman lands her in the middle of a sex scandal. Meanwhile, Ron offers to cover for Leslie for the day, and quickly discovers how much work she really does.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Michael SchurGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Phil Reeves, Pamela Reed, Jonathan Goldstein, Gillian Vigman, Louis C.K., Matt Hinkley
Episode 13
Ann sets Leslie up on a blind date with a co-worker, which does not go as well as Leslie hoped. An old friend of Ann's makes Mark feel insecure.
Directed by Troy MillerWritten by Katie DippoldGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Will Arnett, Scott Portlock, Dominic Dierkes, Steven C. Bennett, Samantha Albert, Steven Liu
Episode 14
After an amazing date with Justin in Indianapolis, Leslie tries to impress him with a dinner party at her house.
Directed by Alex HardcastleWritten by Daniel J. GoorGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Bonita Friedericy, David Diaan, Stewart Skelton, Justin Theroux, Gibby Brand, Andy J. Forest, Jama Williamson
Episode 15
The Parks Department forms a partnership with a local company to sell energy bars at the parks in Pawnee, but Leslie tries to stop the deal when she discovers how unhealthy the snacks are. Mark reluctantly agrees to help Tom move out of his house.
Directed by Dean HollandWritten by Alan YangGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Harley Graham, Phil Reeves, Gary Weeks, David Diaan, Justin Theroux, Jama Williamson
Episode 16
When Leslie hears her mom's story about an old flame, she and her boyfriend Justin track him down and reunite them on Valentine's Day. Meanwhile, Andy and his band are nervous about playing a gig at the Senior Center.
Directed by Ken KwapisWritten by Michael SchurGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, John Larroquette, Pamela Reed, Justin Theroux, Jama Williamson, Victoria Garcia-Kelleher, Bayne Gibby
Episode 17
Leslie is outraged when Ron wins a "Woman of the Year" award for a project she started. Meanwhile, Tom is desperate to find some money to invest in a local Pawnee club.
Directed by Jason WolinerWritten by Norm HiscockGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Ian Roberts, Andy Milder, Steve Zissis, Maribeth Monroe, Andrea Hutchman, William Pawlak
Episode 18
When a possum bites the mayor's dog on a golf course, Leslie is asked to form a task force to catch the pesky animal. Meanwhile, Ron is upset when Mark refuses to bend the rules for him.
Directed by Tristram ShapeeroWritten by Mike ScullyGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Lyle Kanouse, Alison Becker, Judith Moreland, Paul Raci, Colter Allison, Harris Wittels
Episode 19
After Jerry gets mugged by a bunch of kids, Leslie meets with the head park ranger in hopes of improving park safety. Meanwhile, everyone tries to be nicer to Jerry once he returns to the office.
Directed by Michael TrimWritten by Aisha MuharrarGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Andy Samberg, Phil Reeves, Braden Lynch, Courtney Lamb, Mo Collins
Episode 20
Preparing the Summer Events Catalog, Leslie decides to take Ron and the past directors of the Parks Department out for a picnic lunch. Tom enlists the help of Ann and Mark to pose for the cover photo.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Katie DippoldGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Michael Gross, Dakin Matthews, Jack Wallace, Mike Mauloff, Ana Rey, Meg Wolf
Episode 21
Ron is furious when April mistakenly schedules a ton of meetings for him. Meanwhile, Leslie fights to preserve a historical landmark.
Directed by Tristram ShapeeroWritten by Harris WittelsGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Susan Yeagley, Alison Becker, Christopher Murray, John Ellison Conlee, Terri Hoyos, Andy Kreiss, Hamilton Mitchell
Episode 22
Leslie hosts a late-night shift for a local telethon, and lands former Indiana Pacer Detlef Schrempf as a celebrity guest. Meanwhile, Mark has big plans for his relationship with Ann.
Directed by Troy MillerWritten by Amy PoehlerGuest stars Jim O'Heir, Retta, Andy Milder, Kirk Fox, Jim Meskimen, John Balma, Linda Montana, Andrew Burlinson
Episode 23
Leslie is disappointed when her new park plans are put on hold by a visit from two state auditors. April has plans for Andy at her birthday party, and Ann tries to piece together a romantic mystery.
Directed by Dean HollandWritten by Michael SchurGuest stars Adam Scott, Rob Lowe, Jim O'Heir, Retta, Phil Reeves, Ralph Richeson, April Eden, Natalie Morales
Episode 24
When Ben prevents Leslie from holding a children's concert, she takes matters into her own hands. Mark makes some big decisions about his life, and Andy gets some unexpected romantic attention.
Directed by Jason WolinerWritten by Daniel J. GoorGuest stars Adam Scott, Rob Lowe, Jim O'Heir, Retta, Brian McCann, Natalie Morales, Jama Williamson, Julia Silverman
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Amy PoehlerLeslie Knope
Rashida JonesAnn Perkins
Aziz AnsariTom Haverford
Paul SchneiderMark Brendanawicz
Nick OffermanRon Swanson
Aubrey PlazaApril Ludgate
Chris PrattAndy Dwyer
Adam ScottBen Wyatt
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