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How I Met Your Mother: Okay Awesome

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Ted and Barney start checking out the club scene with their friend Robin, whereas Lily and Marshall try to participate in some more "grown-up" activities, as they draw slowly nearer to their wedding. Read full recap »

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Writers:: Chris Harris (II)

Director:: Pamela Fryman

Stars:: Neil Patrick Harris (Barney Stinson); Josh Radnor (Ted Mosby); Jason Segel (Marshall Eriksen); Cobie Smulders (Robin Scherbatsky); Bob Saget (Voice of Ted, 2030); Alyson Hannigan (Lily Aldrin)

Recurring Role:: Lyndsy Fonseca (Daughter); David Henrie (Son)

Guest Star:: Samm Levine (Phil); Vanessa Lee Evigan (Kelly); Ryan Raddatz (Chris); Rob Evors (Bradley); Michelle Noh (Claire); Joshua Zisholtz (Daniel); Eddie Alfano (First Bouncer); Jayma Mays (Coat Check Girl); Stephen Keys (New Bouncer); Sebastian Siegel (Bartender); Kyle Bornheimer (Austin)

When Barney is explaining to Ted that 'Okay' is a hot new bar, Ted places his left hand on his stomach, in the next scene, it's his right hand and in the next, it's gone. edit »

International Air Dates:
Germany: September 27, 2008 on ProSieben edit »
Samm Levine guess stars on this episode. Him and Jason Segel also shared the screen on another tv show "Freaks and Geeks". edit »
In the DVD commentary for this episode, Alyson Hannigan said that filming the scene in which Marshall and Lily kiss while they dance was awkward because of both the height difference between her and Jason Segel and trying not to bump each other's teeth. edit »
Music Featured In This Episode:
- Marshall performs his dance solo to "Shine" by The Lovefreekz
- The last song played at the club (when all five friends are there) is "Heaven" by DJ Sammy & Yanou feat. Do edit »
Barney mentions that he has a blog. This blog can be found in the How I Met Your Mother section of CBS.com. edit »

Future Ted: So, kids, would you like to hear the story of the time I went deaf?
Son: Why does he even ask?
Daughter: I know, he's just gonna tell us anyway. edit »
Robin: He's even getting me into the VIP room.
Barney: He just wants to show you his own VIP, if you know what I mean.
Robin: All right, what does VIP stand for in your little universe?
Barney: Well, I know that the 'P' is penis. edit »
Lily: Marshall and I are just growing up.
Marshall: And it's gonna be sweet, too. Like tonight, we're tasting all these different wines, pairing them up with these cool, gourmet cheeses.
Barney: Wow. Who knew being in a committed heterosexual relationship could make a guy so gay.
Ted: All right, cool kids are leaving now. Grandma, grandpa, don't wait up. edit »
Nerdy Guy #3: Oh, come on, he just got here.
Nerdy Guy #1: Probably famous.
Nerdy Guy #2: Oh yeah, isn't there a third Affleck brother? Keith Affleck or Brian Affleck or something.
Nerdy Guy #3: Holy crap, we just saw Brian Affleck! edit »
Robin: (on phone) ...and it's not like I care so much about getting into the VIP room. I have been in tons of VIP rooms. Not exactly a VIP room virgin. edit »

Robin: I get recognized once and I start thinking I'm Julia Roberts.

A reference to the popular American actress Julia Roberts whose breakout role came in the 1990 film Pretty Woman as Vivian Ward. edit »
Robin: Not exactly a VIP room virgin.

A reference to the TV-show Friends in the episode "The One With The East German Laundry Detergent" of which Rachel admits she's "a laundry virgin". edit »
Ted calls Barney Tin Man in reference to his shiny shirt.

The Tin Man was a character in the childrens classic The Wizard Of Oz. edit »
"And his hair was perfect!"
Barney's line as Ted opens the door is from Warren Zevon's "Werewolves of London." The full line reads, "I saw a werewolf drinking a pina colada at Trader Vic's / And his hair was perfect." edit »

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sandybadlands
member since: Jun 15, 2007
Okay Awesome
The Bottom Line: "Above average"
Full of comedic tension and laughs...each character showcased their quirks nicely. ...Continue »
07/15/07 04:54pm | report abuse
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saxa246
member since: Dec 10, 2006
Okay Awesome
The Bottom Line: "Well written"
It`s just awesome! ...Continue »
05/01/07 10:51am | report abuse
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jimbo_001
member since: Jul 12, 2005
Okay Awesome
The Bottom Line: "Fine example"
Lily and Marshall try to be mature ...Continue »
07/27/06 08:47pm | report abuse
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reallyniceguy21
member since: Jan 25, 2006
Okay Awesome
The Bottom Line: "Silly"
This is the episode that hooked me on HIMYM. Absolutely freaking hilarious. ...Continue »
01/25/06 11:12am | report abuse
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archangelcory16
member since: Jun 17, 2005
Okay Awesome
The Bottom Line: "Fine example"
Really good and funny episode. ...Continue »
01/15/06 04:45pm | report abuse