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TV Series Confirmed 8.0

Parks and Recreation

"Because parks don't grow on trees."

April 9, 2009 22m Michael Schur, Greg Daniels 122 eps
Comedy
8.0
1,951 votes
22m
Runtime
75
Popularity
Released 6403 days ago — April 9, 2009

About

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.

Cast

Amy Poehler
Amy Poehler
Leslie Knope
Aziz Ansari
Aziz Ansari
Tom Haverford
Nick Offerman
Nick Offerman
Ron Swanson
Aubrey Plaza
Aubrey Plaza
April Ludgate
Chris Pratt
Chris Pratt
Andy Dwyer
Adam Scott
Adam Scott
Ben Wyatt
Jim O'Heir
Jim O'Heir
Jerry Gergich
Retta
Retta
Donna Meagle

Trailer

Release Date
April 9, 2009
Status
Confirmed
Director
Michael Schur, Greg Daniels
Platform / Region
NBC
Production
NBC / Universal Television, Deedle-Dee Productions, Fremulon
Language
English
Episodes
122
Season
7 Seasons

Details

Age Rating
TV-14
TMDB Status
Ended
Producers
Dave King, David Hyman, Dean Holland
Countries
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Series Type
Scripted
In Production
No

Episodes

Latest episode: S7E12 One Last Ride (2015-02-24)

  • Season 1: 6 episodes (2009-04-09)
  • Season 2: 24 episodes (2009-09-17)
  • Season 3: 16 episodes (2011-01-20)
  • Season 4: 22 episodes (2011-09-22)
  • Season 5: 22 episodes (2012-09-20)
  • Season 6: 20 episodes (2013-09-26)
  • Season 7: 12 episodes (2015-01-13)

Where to Watch

United States: Stream on Peacock Premium, Peacock Premium Plus | Buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Fandango At Home

Data by TMDB / JustWatch.

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About This Release

Fans of smart workplace comedy and sitcom television have plenty to explore with Parks and Recreation, a scripted comedy series that first premiered on Thursday, April 9, 2009. Developed by creators Michael Schur and Greg Daniels, the program spans a total of 122 episodes across 7 seasons, concluding its run after the final episode titled One Last Ride aired on February 24, 2015.

The core premise follows Leslie Knope, a mid-level bureaucrat working in the parks and recreation department of Pawnee, Indiana. In her attempt to beautify her town and advance her career, she takes on cranky neighbors, bureaucrats, and single-issue fanatics who utilize lawsuits, city codes, and the democratic process. This female protagonist narrative unfolds through a mockumentary format focusing on local politics, civic duties, and workplace dynamics.

Led by showrunner and creator visions, the production brings together an extensive main cast featuring Amy Poehler as Leslie Knope, Aziz Ansari as Tom Haverford, and Nick Offerman as Ron Swanson. The ensemble is rounded out by Aubrey Plaza as April Ludgate, Chris Pratt as Andy Dwyer, Adam Scott as Ben Wyatt, Jim O'Heir as Jerry Gergich, and Retta as Donna Meagle. Behind the scenes, the series benefited from producers such as Dave King, David Hyman, and Dean Holland.

Filmed in the United States of America with English as its original language, the program was produced by major networks and studios including NBC, Universal Television, Deedle-Dee Productions, and Fremulon. Each episode typically features a runtime of 22 minutes. The show has achieved notable engagement, holding a user rating of 8.038 out of 10 based on 1951 votes on TMDB alongside a popularity score of 75.302, and carries a US age rating of TV-14.

Viewers in the United States looking to stream the series can find it available on Peacock Premium and Peacock Premium Plus, while digital purchase options include Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Incorporating elements of political satire, office romance, and employer-employee relationships, the complete series offers a structured look at municipal governance and community development.

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