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
Leslie wins an award from an international Women in Government organization, and travels to London with Ben, Andy, April and Ron to accept it.
Directed by Dean HollandWritten by Michael SchurGuest stars Rashida Jones, Rob Lowe, Lucy Lawless, Peter Serafinowicz, Henry Winkler, Mary Faber, Jenny Slate, Craig Pearman
Episode 2
Ben, Leslie and Chris meet with Eagleton city councilor Ingrid de Forest to discuss financial matters; Ann brings April to vet school orientation; Ron tries to get off the grid.
Directed by Nicole HolofcenerWritten by Alan YangGuest stars Rashida Jones, Rob Lowe, Lucy Lawless, Kristen Bell, Chris Bosh, Jeffrey Markle, Aisha Muharrar, Poonam Basu
Episode 3
Leslie pairs up the Pawnee Parks employees with their Eagleton counterparts. Meanwhile Ben and Chris reunite for an accounting project, and Ann reveals her plans for the future.
Directed by Jay KarasWritten by Donick CaryGuest stars Rashida Jones, Rob Lowe, June Diane Raphael, Billy Eichner, Sam Elliott, Aly Mawji, Melinda Y. Cohen, David Stanford
Episode 4
Leslie tries to calm a minor scandal that gets blown out of proportion. Tom tries to impress a new love interest, while Ben convinces Ron to prepare a will.
Directed by Jorma TacconeWritten by Matt MurrayGuest stars Rob Lowe, Tatiana Maslany, Kevin Symons, Marc Evan Jackson, Rodney To, Neil Campbell, Helen Slayton-Hughes, Yvans Jourdain
Episode 5
Leslie throws Ben a birthday bash but is forced to leave early for an emergency late-night filibuster. Tom tries to make some memories with his new girlfriend, Ron and Donna go hunting. April reconnects with Andy.
Directed by Morgan SackettWritten by Harris WittelsGuest stars Rashida Jones, Rob Lowe, Tatiana Maslany, Kristen Bell, Alex Calloway, Kevin Symons, Joe Mande, Craig Stepp
Episode 6
Leslie prepares a haunted house with Ben, Ann and Chris for Halloween on the day of the recall vote. Meanwhile, Tom fears the end of Rent-A-Swag and persuades Ron to help save his business.
Directed by Wendey StanzlerWritten by Aisha MuharrarGuest stars Rashida Jones, Rob Lowe, Dan Hewitt Owens, Erinn Hayes, Marc Evan Jackson, Richard Burch, Kincaid Walker, Trian Long Smith
Episode 7
Leslie tries to complete some of her biggest city council goals, like hosting an NFL Play 60 event with the Indianapolis Colts, and trying to add fluoride to Pawnee's drinking water. Meanwhile, Chris and Ron attempt to bond while building cribs for their future children.
Directed by Michael TrimWritten by Matt HubbardGuest stars Rob Lowe, Billy Eichner, Kevin Symons, Andrew Luck, Reggie Wayne, Jim Irsay, Adam Vinatieri, Anthony Consolo
Episode 8
Leslie faces off with Councilman Jamm; Ben gets a new hobby; Tom, April and Donna help Ron sell his cabin.
Directed by Julie Anne RobinsonWritten by Dave KingGuest stars Rob Lowe, Bob Bancroft, Kevin Symons, Rob Kerkovich, Megan Amram, Joseph Buttler, Stacy Allen, John Balma
Episode 9
Leslie comes to terms with her last day in office and plans for the future with Ben. Chris and Ann find out the sex of their child, Andy comes home from London, and Tom looks to the future.
Directed by Dean HollandWritten by Amy Poehler, Michael SchurGuest stars Rashida Jones, Rob Lowe, Kristen Bell, Henry Winkler, Kathryn Hahn, Kevin Symons, Marc Evan Jackson, Dan Cole
Episode 10
Leslie and Ben both face new challenges on the first day of new jobs. Donna, April and Andy play a prank on Ben, while Tom prepares for a big presentation. Meanwhile Ann and Chris contemplate taking a big leap together.
Directed by Alan YangWritten by Sam MeansGuest stars Rashida Jones, Rob Lowe, Mark Berry, Van Epperson, Ashley Wigfield, Ben Begley, Beth Hall, William Charlton
Episode 11
Leslie fights with Ben over questionable sales techniques at the local farmers market. Ann searches for a way to vent about the annoying aspects of pregnancy, while April supports Andy in a new creative venture.
Directed by Adam ScottWritten by Joe MandeGuest stars Rashida Jones, Rob Lowe, Billy Eichner, Owen Burke, Alan Yang, Judith Drake, Christopher Wolfe, Jamie VanDyke
Episode 12
On Ann and Chris's last night in Pawnee, Leslie throws a grand farewell party and attempts to fulfill one last promise. Meanwhile, Tom, Ben, Ron and Andy struggle to find the perfect going away gift for Chris.
Directed by Dean HollandWritten by Michael Schur, Aisha MuharrarGuest stars Rashida Jones, Rob Lowe, Chris Bauer, Kelvin Millhouse, Tuc Watkins, Mary Faber, Eric Isenhower, Jay Jackson
Episode 13
Ben attempts to surprise Leslie with a special anniversary gift. Tom and Adam try to help Leslie bring positive light to the Pawnee-Eagleton merger, while April asserts her new authority as Donna's boss.
Directed by Morgan SackettWritten by Megan AmramGuest stars Billy Eichner, Debra Mooney, John Hodgman, Peter Bonerz, Sydney Endicott, Jon Carlo, Josh Breeding, Dan Castellaneta
Episode 14
Leslie's efforts to take down the wall separating Eagleton and Pawnee yield unexpected results; Ben and Tom meet with possible sponsors for the concert; Ron finds a new hobby.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Jen StatskyGuest stars Billy Eichner, Sydney Endicott, Richard Portnow, Brady Smith, Robert W. Arbogast, David C. Scott, Amber Friendly, Benjamin Byron Davis
Episode 15
Leslie aims to create a new town slogan, but runs afoul of local shock jocks. Andy scouts bands to play the Unity Concert and discovers an interesting secret about Ron, while Tom looks for a restaurant locale with Donna and April.
Directed by Dean HollandWritten by Alan Yang, Sam MeansGuest stars Billy Eichner, Brady Smith, Greg Levine, Jeffrey Hutchinson, Devin Sidell, Samantha Sloyan, Bonnie Bailey-Reed, Duane R. Shepard Sr.
Episode 16
Leslie throws a hasty Galentine's Day in an attempt to find a replacement for Ann. Tom and Ben look to finalize a deal on tents for the Unity Concert, while Ron finds himself looking after Andy.
Directed by Beth McCarthy-MillerWritten by Rachna Fruchbom, Emma FletcherGuest stars Rashida Jones, Rob Huebel, Martha Cary, Piper Major, Melinda Y. Cohen, Helen Slayton-Hughes, Alison Becker
Episode 17
Leslie helps organize the high school's Senior Prom, and battles with Ron over the future employment of a bright high school senior. Andy takes an unwilling April as his date, and Tom is tasked with DJ'ing and agrees to let Ben help.
Directed by Ken WhittinghamWritten by Harris Wittels, Matt MurrayGuest stars Steve Tom, Cody Klop, Kelly Washington, Reece Kirk, Pearl Charles, Brittany Oaks, Carrie Wampler, Alexander Stamm
Episode 18
In the midst of flu season, a sick Leslie and Andy struggle to book performers for the Unity Concert. Meanwhile, Tom heads to a wine competition in search of a sommelier for his new restaurant, and Ben seeks drunken help from Ron with a personal problem.
Directed by Nick OffermanWritten by Dave King, Megan AmramGuest stars Billy Eichner, Jeff Tweedy, Bo Burnham, Shel Rasten, Michael Rothhaar, Teresa Reilly, Scott Michael Morgan, Rod McCary
Episode 19
Leslie and Ben run a charity auction to raise funds for the unity concert. April steps in to manage Andy's schedule, while Donna asks Ron for help with her ex-boyfriend.
Directed by Dean HollandWritten by Donick Cary, Joe MandeGuest stars Billy Eichner, Sydney Endicott, Keegan-Michael Key, Caroline Hall, Sadie Salazar, Rylan Lee, Henry Winkler, Kevin Symons
Episode 20
Leslie, Ben, and Andy head to San Francisco for a National Parks Conference. Tom opens his restaurant, Ron has another run-in with his ex-wife Tammy 2, Andy lives a rock and roll fantasy, and Leslie makes a huge decision about her future.
Directed by Michael SchurWritten by Alan Yang, Aisha MuharrarGuest stars Lucy Lawless, Billy Eichner, Sydney Endicott, Richard Portnow, Brady Smith, Jeff Tweedy, Sadie Salazar, Rylan Lee
Episode information updated Jul 23, 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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