How I Met Your Mother

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Season 1
  • Network: CBS
  • Series Premiere Date: Sep 19, 2005
Season #: 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
User Score
8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 959 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 841 out of 959
  2. Mixed: 50 out of 959
  3. Negative: 68 out of 959
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  1. SteveS
    Oct 10, 2005
    10
    The best new show on TV. Subtle and outrageous at the same time.
  2. HR
    Jan 7, 2010
    10
    I had avoided the show, it didn't sound sooo compelling, but after the first episode I was immediately hooked. This show easily tops "Friends", and makes my wife and me laugh out loudly. It's funny, it's versatile, and the acting is totally impressive - because it's convincing. A real gem!
  3. sg
    Apr 5, 2006
    10
    best show ever
  4. JohnR
    Apr 17, 2007
    10
    Awesome!
  5. EvanH.
    Sep 30, 2008
    10
    It's like Friends, but updated, funnier, and with more meaning. Four seasons on, it's grown up and become even more. Excellent show.
  6. EmilyR
    May 8, 2009
    10
    This is my favorite show that's currently on TV, and it has been since it started! I laugh out loud every week but I've also cried a couple of times and I love the characters.
  7. DavidG
    Jun 23, 2009
    10
    A simply put, four years lasting Life Lesson.
  8. JacyL.
    Aug 2, 2009
    10
    One Word Legend ... Wait for it ... Dary ! Great Show, great plot, kept me laughing the whole way through.
  9. JohnnyBravo
    Oct 10, 2005
    10
    This show is great. One of the best shows i've seen in years. All the characters mesh well. Very funny.
  10. MoniD.
    Oct 31, 2005
    10
    The only show that keeps me in front of the tv lately. Great, I love it.
  11. JenG
    May 9, 2006
    10
    Makes me laugh out loud every episode. The characters are so relatable and real; it's like watching my life (only much, much funnier!).
  12. gulce!!!!!!!!!!
    Jun 15, 2006
    10
    i love that show jason segal is awesome he was awesome in freaks and geeks too its a gr8 show..
  13. AlexP
    Sep 21, 2006
    10
    A very funny show that has been largely underrated in my opinion. The cast works well together, and there is an obvious chemistry between them. The show is worth watching just for Neil Patrick Harris as Barney. The rest of the cast fills in the show nicely, and they get themselves into some strange and amusing situations. Consistantly funny.
  14. AndyR
    Mar 10, 2007
    10
    Clever and consistently funny - "friends" for the next generation.
  15. Jessica
    Aug 16, 2007
    10
    I never would compare this to Friends. So much better. I'm glad there's none of that sexual tension going on here. It would take away from the show.
  16. MikeM
    Oct 1, 2009
    10
    Talented and funny cast with great chemistry, backed by a clever script make this the best sitcom since Seinfeld.
  17. VedranB
    Jul 30, 2009
    10
    Finally, after long time, worthy successor to legendary Seinfeld. Fine actors, good stories, and quite original flashback format. Clear 10!
  18. HuyB
    Sep 25, 2009
    10
    Neil Patrick Harris is a completely incredible actor. The rest of the cast is very solid. The one-liners are original and don't get old. The story of How I Met Your Mother is very lengthy and as much as I'd like to know the ending, who the mother is, and how Ted met her...I don't mind never knowing as long as the story continues.
  19. JohnR
    Mar 13, 2010
    10
    Awesome!
  20. OrlandS
    Oct 25, 2005
    10
    Great shows! Sexy babe ... Ohhh Yeahhhhh!!!
  21. StacieS
    Jan 30, 2006
    10
    This is the best show on TV right now. Keep it goingi!
  22. ErikN
    Aug 14, 2006
    10
    I love this show! Since Friends left the air, we have been searching for a surrogate (since nothing could ever replace Friends). HIMYM is the next best thing.
  23. TinaW
    Jan 31, 2007
    10
    Funny, touching
  24. SwarlesBarkley
    Mar 19, 2007
    10
    Certainly in the top 5 best written sitcoms currently airing. Consistently funny and cleverly plotted.
  25. philg
    May 22, 2007
    10
    this show is laugh out loud hillarous. It might not be good for little kids but is the best show on tv no dought.I hope this show stays on for a long time and the person thatt gave the show a zero is on crack and he deffinatly dosent no what comety is about.
  26. Ally
    Jul 26, 2007
    10
    Love this show!
  27. Daniel
    Jul 26, 2007
    10
    Great TV!
  28. KevinM.
    Sep 24, 2007
    10
    Very funny show. Comedy is real and i love the Bob Saget narrating. This show has something for everybody.
  29. StephenR.
    Jun 15, 2008
    10
    The best thing since sliced bread... you must be having a laugh this challenges the wheel! Although Harris steals the show the cast are all excellent. With witty, unpredictable one liners and cleverly humerous storylines the show is to rival "friends as the greatest sitcom ever!
  30. EddieJ.
    Aug 7, 2008
    10
    It's one of the best shows on tv. it's the nearest thing to real life on tv. It's funny (not the funniest) but it's very easy to relate to. i think if you watch enough episodes you'll start to see yourself and your friends in the show. i and also think it's more for an group between 24-35 yrs. old.
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Awards & Rankings

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#16 Best TV Season of 2005
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#4 Most Discussed TV Season of 2005
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#14 Most Shared TV Season of 2005

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
69

Generally favorable reviews - based on 25 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 25
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 25
  3. Negative: 3 out of 25
  1. Boston Globe
    Reviewed by: Matthew Gilbert
    80
    Like ''Friends," this is not a big-themed series so much as a bunch of little character jokes and relationship confusions getting batted around by an able cast.
  2. Chicago Sun-Times
    Reviewed by: Doug Elfman
    38
    The script is just poor.
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  3. Chicago Tribune
    Reviewed by: Maureen Ryan
    80
    Manages to get the balance of cuddliness and snark just right.
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