What is the title of the two-part series finale?

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The two-part series finale of How I Met Your Mother is titled “Last Forever.”

It serves as the show’s 23rd and 24th episodes of season 9, and episodes 207 and 208 overall. The finale was written by series creators Carter Bays and Craig Thomas and directed by Pamela Fryman. It originally aired on CBS on March 31, 2014.

The story covers major turning points in Ted’s life, including his meeting with Tracy McConnell, the Mother. It also follows the changing relationships among Robin, Barney, Marshall, and Lily. The title reflects the finale’s focus on love, memory, family, and the lasting impact of important relationships.

A common mix-up is “The End of the Aisle,” which is the penultimate episode and centers on Barney and Robin’s wedding. “Last Forever” is the actual series-ending title, although the finale’s controversial ending led to extensive discussion among fans. It was also the show’s most-watched episode, drawing 13.13 million U.S. viewers.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Sept. 2026

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