Parks and Recreation (2009)

Parks and Recreation (2009 - 2014)

TV-14 Seasons 1 - 8 Comedy, Sitcoms, TV Comedies

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In this droll comedy, an employee with a rural Parks and Recreation department is full of energy and good ideas but bogged down by bureaucracy.

Directed by
Greg Daniels
,
Michael Schur
Written by Greg Daniels, Michael Schur

Starring
Amy Poehler
,
Rashida Jones
,
Aziz Ansari
,
Nick Offerman
,
Aubrey Plaza
,
Chris Pratt

Seasons:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Summary

This hilarious sitcom stars Amy Poehler as government official Leslie Knope, a dyed-in-the-wool dreamer who's devoted her life to public service.

Episode 1

Pilot (2009)
21 min
In an attempt to beautify her town, Leslie Knope takes on what should be a fairly simple project: help turn an abandoned construction pit into a park.
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Episode 2

Canvassing (2009)
21 min
Leslie and her committee go door-to-door to build support for her park project, but things don't go smoothly. Tom uses dubious recruiting tactics.
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Episode 3

The Reporter (2009)
21 min
While being interviewed about her park project, Leslie has trouble staying on message, and Mark only makes things worse. Tom kisses up to his boss.
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Episode 4

Boys' Club (2009)
21 min
Leslie tries to make her way into the old boys' club of politics but quickly faces a tough ethical choice. Andy has a secret plan to surprise Ann.
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Episode 5

The Banquet (2009)
21 min
Leslie attends a banquet and discovers what it takes to get what you want in the political arena. Tom and Mark go to a bar and pick up some women.
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Episode 6

Rock Show (2009)
21 min
Leslie attends an important meeting with a local bigwig while her subcommittee members go to Andy's first concert since breaking his legs.
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Summary

Leslie Knope takes on her cynical boss and cranky residents to improve her city. But behind her dedication is a desire to reach the political stage.

Episode 1

Pawnee Zoo (2009)
21 min
When Leslie decides to marry two penguins, both turn out to be male. Mark puts Ann in an awkward situation when he asks her to go see a movie.
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Episode 2

The Stakeout (2009)
21 min
Leslie and Tom discover someone planted marijuana in the new community garden. Hoping to catch those responsible, they pull an all-night stakeout.
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Episode 3

Beauty Pageant (2009)
21 min
Leslie looks forward to picking a new Miss Pawnee, but her opinions conflict with the other judges. Ann learns that Andy has been living in the pit.
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Episode 4

Practice Date (2009)
21 min
Ann takes Leslie on a practice date. After a local councilman's sex scandal, Tom, Ron, April and Mark see who can uncover the most dirt on each other.
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Episode 5

Sister City (2009)
21 min

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Leslie hosts the parks department from Venezuela and is shocked at the cultural differences. Tom becomes an errand boy. April plays hard to get.
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Episode 6

Kaboom (2009)
21 min

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Leslie and the department volunteer to help build a playground for a neighboring town. Leslie is frustrated at the lack of progress with the pit.
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Episode 7

Greg Pikitis (2009)
21 min
Leslie gets help from Dave and Andy in order to catch a vandal. Struggling to make her Halloween party fun, Ann gets help from an unlikely source.
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Episode 8

Ron and Tammy (2009)
21 min
Leslie learns that the library department wants to take over her lot. The library is run by Ron's ex-wife, who still has an emotional hold on him.
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Episode 9

The Camel (2009)
21 min
After a mural in City Hall is defaced, Leslie and the department compete to come up with a new design. Andy and Ron share an uncomfortable moment.
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Episode 10

Hunting Trip (2009)
21 min
Leslie invites herself on Ron's annual hunting trip, but things don't go as planned. April and Andy bond in the office while everyone is away.
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Episode 11

Tom's Divorce (2009)
21 min
Leslie sees Tom and Wendy at divorce court. Leslie takes Tom out on the town so he can forget his sadness. Tom has an epiphany about his marriage.
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Episode 12

Christmas Scandal (2009)
21 min
Leslie has to hide from the press when a meeting with a disgraced councilman lands her in the middle of a sex scandal. Ron offers to cover for Leslie.
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Episode 13

The Set-Up (2009)
27 min
Ann sets Leslie up on a blind date with a co-worker, but it doesn't go as well as Leslie hoped. An old friend of Ann's makes Mark feel insecure.
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Episode 14

Leslie's House (2009)
21 min
After a great date with Justin in Indianapolis, Leslie tries to impress him with a dinner party at her house. Tom's upset that Leslie invited Wendy.
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Episode 15

Sweetums (2009)
21 min
The Parks Department forms a partnership to sell energy bars, but Leslie discovers how unhealthy the snacks are. Mark agrees to help Tom move out.
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Episode 16

Galentine's Day (2009)
21 min
Leslie reunites her mom with an old flame on Valentine's Day. Meanwhile, Andy and his band are nervous about playing at the Senior Center.
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Episode 17

Woman of the Year (2009)
21 min
Leslie is outraged when Ron wins a "Woman of the Year" award for a project she started. Tom tries to find some money to invest in a local nightclub.
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Episode 18

The Possum (2009)
21 min
When a possum bites the mayor's dog, Leslie is asked to catch the pesky animal. Meanwhile, Ron is upset when Mark refuses to bend the rules for him.
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Episode 19

Park Safety (2009)
21 min
After Jerry gets mugged, Leslie meets with the park ranger in hopes of improving park safety. Everyone tries to be nicer to Jerry once he returns.
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Episode 20

Summer Catalog (2009)
21 min
Leslie takes Ron and the past directors out for a picnic lunch. Tom asks Ann and Mark to pose for the cover photo of the summer events catalog.
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Episode 21

94 Meetings (2009)
21 min
Ron is furious when April mistakenly schedules a ton of meetings for him. Meanwhile, Leslie fights to preserve a historical landmark.
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Episode 22

Telethon (2009)
21 min
Leslie hosts a local telethon and gets former Indiana Pacer Detlef Schrempf as a celebrity guest. Mark has big plans for his relationship with Ann.
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Episode 23

The Master Plan (2009)
29 min
Leslie's new park plans are put on hold by a visit from two state auditors. April has plans for Andy. Ann tries to piece together a romantic mystery.
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Episode 24

Freddy Spaghetti (2009)
25 min
Ben prevents Leslie from holding a children's concert. Mark makes some big decisions. Andy gets some unexpected romantic attention.
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