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Pilot is the first episode of the first season of How I Met Your Mother, and the first episode overall.

Starring: Josh Radnor (Theodore Evelyn "Ted" Mosby), Jason Segel (Marshall Eriksen), Cobie Smulders (Robin "Sparkles" Scherbatsky)

With: Neil Patrick Harris (Barney Stinson)

And: Alyson Hannigan (Lily Aldrin)

Guest Starring: Lyndsy Fonseca (Daughter), David Henrie (Son), Saba Homayoon (Yasmin), Marshall Manesh (Ranjit), Joe Nieves (Carl), Jack Shearer (Cab Driver)

Co-Starring: Monique Edwards (Producer), Sarah Loew (Dumped Friend), Gary Riotto (Waiter #1), Tony Rossi (Waiter #2)

Uncredited: Bob Saget (Ted of 2030 (voice))

Contents 1 Plot Overview 2 Notes 3 Arc Advancement 3.1 Happenings 3.2 Characters 3.3 Referbacks 4 Trivia 4.1 The Show 4.2 Behind the Scenes 4.3 Allusions and References 4.4 Memorable Moments 5 Quotes

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In 2029, Ted tells his children the story of how he met his mother, beginning back in 2005 with Marshall and Lily's engagement. Ted, eager to find his soul mate, meets Robin, and sets his sights on marrying her.

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• Ratings: On its first airing, this episode scored a rating of 7.2/11 in the Nielsen ratings.

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