*This post has major spoilers, so if you are still watching How I Met Your Mother and do not want to have the ending of the show ruined, please do not read any further*
If you’re here seeking agreement on the How I Met Your Mother ending, I hope I won’t let you down. Let’s dive right in!
First and foremost, the show is aptly titled How I Met Your Mother, as it recounts a father’s tale of how he came to meet the mother of his children. Consequently, if the finale doesn’t conclude with the main character, Ted, ending up with the mother, it is undoubtedly a severe disappointment.
The build-up throughout the previous seasons is exceptional. We receive fragments of the mother’s presence in Ted’s life, leading to their fateful meeting when the stars aligned and their life timings coincided. The yellow umbrella, the yellow school bus we see in Cindy’s apartment which belonged to her fateful roommate being the mother, and his accidental presence in the first class he taught in front of her- all signs of fate drawing them together. However, Ted and Tracy were involved in other relationships during these instances, indicating that the universe was waiting for the right time to bring them together.
The show consistently emphasizes the power of the universe and fate, often imparting life lessons about patience, waiting, and our limited control over our own destinies. It plays on the notion that “what you seek is seeking you” (Rumi), instilling hope in viewers that life eventually falls into place and good things come to those who wait. It encourages us to keep living, learning, and embracing life events as they shape the desired future.
Ted frequently reminds his children of the profound impact of pivotal moments on meeting their mother. He emphasizes how certain occurrences, had they not happened, would have prevented their eventual union.
With nine seasons of anticipation (technically eight, considering we meet the mother at the end of season 8 and see more of her in season 9), it was an almost nerve-wracking experience for fans who followed the show weekly, eagerly awaiting each new episode to see if this “mother” would live up to our expectations. Some even speculated that she had to be a celebrity to match the level of awe we were all anticipating. The show cleverly chose an up-and-coming actress at the time, someone not overly familiar, which added to the excitement. Finally seeing her, after being teased with just glimpses or subtle hints, was immensely satisfying.
Next, we needed to fall in love with the mother. But how? We had witnessed Ted hopelessly falling in love with various contenders over the years, so what would make the mother so different and endearing compared to the other characters in the show? The answer lies in the show’s execution. She was relatable, funny, and shared similar interests with Ted. The way she impacted the lives of the other characters before Ted made her truly special. She became the reason Barney stopped chasing girls and committed to Robin, she provided comfort to Lily when she was alone on the train, she rescued Marshall on the roadside with Marvin late at night, and she offered valuable advice to calm Robin before her wedding. She touched the lives of everyone and won over the hearts of viewers. Perfect, right?
Now, I must ask: HOW COULD THEY KILL OFF THE MAIN CHARACTER WE SPENT NINE SEASONS WAITING TO MEET, ONLY TO FINALLY SEE TED HAPPY TOGETHER?!
Apologies for the caps, but it needed to be emphatically expressed. Lowercase letters simply wouldn’t do justice to the question.
This isn’t a drama like Game of Thrones or a fantasy or thriller series. No, this is a romantic comedy sitcom where the ending should be skillfully tied together, leaving viewers with a sense of relief and happiness for Ted’s journey. Viewers (myself included) sought that happily-ever-after ending, influenced by the belief that the universe has plans for us all and that everything will work out. There was absolutely no need to kill off the mother; it simply doesn’t align with the show’s overarching theme.
To compound the disappointment, Ted’s children suggest that through his stories, it becomes evident he has been in love with their Aunt Robin all along, and he should be with her.
We discover that Robin and Barney’s relationship didn’t work out, and Ted ultimately reunites with Robin. But this narrative would make some sense if the show were titled How I Met My Friend Robin, How I Met Robin, or something suggesting a mystery around Ted’s ultimate love interest. However, the show is called How I Met Your Mother, directed towards his children. Why would his children, who clearly love their mother and, as we find out, are likely mourning her death, want to hear about another woman who competed for their father’s heart?
I have much more to say about Ted’s relationship with Robin and the heart-wrenching game they played with us involving Robin and Barney. I will release subsequent posts delving into those relationships, reiterating just how poor the ending was.
Please share your thoughts on the ending. While many people I’ve encountered agree with me, there are also those who actually liked it. I would love to hear your perspectives and opinions, and perhaps engage in a debate. While I may not necessarily agree, I’m always open to hearing how others felt about it. 😊
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