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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- Seasons
- 7
- Episodes aired
- 122
- Latest aired
- S07E12
- Total runtime
- 1d 22h
Timeline when each season aired
- Season 1 April 2009 – May 2009 6 episodes
- Season 2 September 2009 – May 2010 24 episodes
- Season 3 January 2011 – May 2011 16 episodes
- Season 4 September 2011 – May 2012 22 episodes
- Season 5 September 2012 – May 2013 22 episodes
- Season 6 September 2013 – April 2014 20 episodes
- Season 7 January 2015 – February 2015 12 episodes
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S05E01 Ms. Knope Goes to Washington
September 20 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie and Andy visit Ben and April at their new jobs in Washington D.C., and Leslie feels overwhelmed by the city -- especially after meeting two of her idols. Meanwhile, Ron throws a "thank you" barbeque for the entire Parks and Recreation staff.
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S05E02 Soda Tax
September 27 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie decides to wage war on obesity in Pawnee in her first mission as city councilor by passing a city-wide soda tax. Meanwhile, Andy tries to get in shape for his police-entrance exam, and Ben struggles to connect with the interns in his office.
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S05E03 How a Bill Becomes a Law
October 4 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie helps a local swim team get more practice time by working on a new law that extends the hours at the community pool; Ron finds himself filling a pothole for a local woman (Lucy Lawless) as part of Chris' new plan to solve citizens' problems around the city; April and Ben take a road trip to Pawnee.
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S05E04 Sex Education
October 18 · 22min find the promo
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An STD outbreak amongst Pawnee seniors prompts Leslie to conduct a sex education class. Meanwhile, Ron helps Tom adjust to life without technology after his gadgets are taken away, and Ben and April meet Congressman Murray for the first time.
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S05E05 Halloween Surprise
October 25 · 22min find the promo
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A new job offer for Ben causes Leslie to contemplates their future. Meanwhile, Ron and Andy take Diane's girls out trick-or-treating, and Tom searches for a new business idea.
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S05E06 Ben's Parents
November 8 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie is nervous about meeting Ben's divorced parents. Tom prepares to pitch his new business to Ron with Jean-Ralphio's help. Chris rides an emotional rollercoaster.
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S05E07 Leslie vs. April
November 15 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie gets upset when April tries to get Lot 48 made into a dog park. Meanwhile, Tom enlists Ben's help as he tries to launch his new business venture, and Andy hones his crime scene investigation skills.
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S05E08 Pawnee Commons
November 29 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie and Ben meet with an architect from their rival town, Eagleton, about designs for a new park.
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S05E09 Ron and Diane
December 6 · 22min find the promo
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Ron, Diane, and Leslie attend a wood working awards dinner after one of Ron's handcrafted chairs is nominated, but the happy occasion is threatened by the arrival of Tammy II. Meanwhile, Jerry hosts a holiday party at his home with his wife, and some of his friends are shocked to find they were not invited.
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S05E10 Two Parties
January 17 · 22min find the promo
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Ben and Leslie's rival bachelor and bachelorette parties each take on a very different tune.
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S05E11 Women in Garbage
January 24 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie and April handle a garbage route, while Tom asks Andy and Ben to teach him about basketball. Meanwhile, Ron is left to watch Diane's kids while their babysitter is out of town.
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S05E12 Ann's Decision
February 7 · 22min find the promo
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Ann tries to get to know herself as Leslie meddles in one of her biggest life decisions. Meanwhile, things go south when Ben enlists the guys to help choose a caterer for the wedding.
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S05E13 Emergency Response
February 14 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie and Ben organize a black tie gala to raise money for their park, but their plans are derailed when a city-wide emergency response drill is called. Meanwhile, Andy prepares to take his Police Academy Exam and Ron fills in for Leslie on Pawnee Today.
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S05E14 Leslie and Ben
February 21 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie and Ben are getting married, and have to cram months of planning into two hours. Meanwhile, Ron's temper gets him in trouble.
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S05E15 Correspondents' Lunch
February 21 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie's speech she prepared for a special event is stolen. Ben begins his new job at the Sweetums Charity Foundation. Ann summons the courage to ask an important question.
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S05E16 Bailout
March 14 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie is determined to help a local video store stay in business, while Chris offers Tom advice on how to deal with a difficult employee. Elsewhere, Ann resorts to blackmail to get April to be her friend.
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S05E17 Partridge
April 4 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie accompanies Ben on a trip to his hometown which has offered him a key to the city. Ron deals with a lawsuit filed against him by Councilman Jamm. Ann and Chris take a parenting compatibility quiz.
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S05E18 Animal Control
April 11 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie decides to give the Animal Control Department a much-needed makeover. Ann tries to get Ron the medical attention he needs. Ben, Tom, and Andy recruit donors for their charity foundation.
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S05E19 Article Two
April 18 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie works to get rid of outdated laws from the original town charter. April and Ron receive management training from Chris. Ben finds himself in a bidding war against Ann to win a present for Leslie.
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S05E20 Jerry's Retirement
April 18 · 22min find the promo
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When Leslie finds out Jerry is retiring, she struggles with the proper way to commemorate the occasion. Chris and Ann prepare to have a baby together. Tom worries he will become the office punching bag once Jerry leaves.
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S05E21 Swing Vote
April 25 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie deems Ron's budget-cut proposals unacceptable. Andy and Ben celebrate a big donation made to their charity. Ann tries to solve Tom's girlfriend troubles.
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S05E22 Are You Better Off?
May 2 · 22min find the promo
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Leslie celebrates her first year as a city councilwoman. Retired Special Agent Burt Macklin is recalled to action. April gets some life-changing news. Tom debates a big business opportunity.