How I Met Your Father: Season 1
2022 · 10 episodes · ★ 6.7
What Season 1 of How I Met Your Father
Sophie Tompkins is a romantic photographer searching for her soulmate in Manhattan. She lives with Valentina, her best friend, an impulsive stylist's assistant, and is part of a group of friends in a confusing stage of life. None of them is sure what they want to do with their lives or how to fall in love in an era saturated with dating apps. After a series of disastrous Tinder dates, Sophie meets someone who seems perfect. Around her are Jesse, an aspiring musician who drives for Uber and teaches music lessons, who shares an apartment with Sid, a bar owner, and Charlie, a British aristocrat who gives up his inheritance to follow Valentina. Hilary Duff stars as Sophie in this series created by Isaac Aptaker and Elizabeth Berger.
Season 1 Episodes
1x01 Pilot
After a slew of let-down Tinder dates, Sophie meets the seemingly perfect guy. Meanwhile, her roommate, Valentina, returns home from London Fashion Week with a sexy souvenir. An Uber-related phone mishap leads them to an eclectic new group of friends.
Directing: Pamela Fryman · Writing: Isaac Aptaker, Elizabeth Berger, Carter Bays · Starring: Daniel Augustin, Joyce Greenleaf, David Terry, Leighton Meester
1x02 FOMO
Determined to try and live in the moment, Sophie and the gang head to an exclusive new club for a wild night out. Valentina has doubts about her relationship with Charlie. Sid pushes Jesse to be open to love. Ellen tries her luck with women at the club.
Directing: Pamela Fryman · Writing: Isaac Aptaker, Elizabeth Berger · Starring: Luis Avila, Brick Jackson, Stony Blyden
1x03 The Fixer
While helping Jesse take photos for his new Tinder profile, Sophie feels sparks with someone unexpected. Valentina helps Sid with his long distance relationship. Ellen and Charlie go apartment hunting.
Directing: Kimberly McCullough · Writing: Dan Levy · Starring: Josh Peck, Michael Barbaro, Lincoln A. Castellanos, Ali Damji
1x04 Dirrty Thirty
Sophie discovers that hosting her thirtieth birthday party is almost as stressful as turning thirty. Jesse and Ellen struggle to relate as siblings. Val and Charlie spice things up. Sid shows off a new piece of bling.
Directing: Pamela Fryman · Writing: Amelie Gillette · Starring: Josh Peck, Ariella Amar, Alex Borlo, Anakaren Chablé
1x05 The Good Mom
An unexpected visit from Sophie's mom heightens Val's concern for her friend. Charlie helps Jesse and Sid face past traumas. A culinary quest leads Ellen to someone new.
Directing: Morenike Joela Evans · Writing: Christopher Encell · Starring: Josh Peck, Paget Brewster, Mason Gooding, Pressly Coker
1x06 Stacey
Sophie feels haunted by her boyfriend's ex. Sid and Hannah hash out an old argument. Charlie and Ellen host a dinner party.
Directing: Phill Lewis · Writing: Donald Diego · Starring: Josh Peck, Matt Letscher, Margo Harshman, Tanav K. Prabhat
1x07 Rivka Rebel
Valentina helps Sophie with an unexpected career opportunity. Jesse and Sid struggle with procrastination. Charlie seeks out a nasty Yelp reviewer.
Directing: Kelly Park · Writing: Ria Sardana, Karen Joseph Adcock · Starring: Ava Kolker, Joelle Drake, Gloria Gifford, Kuali'i Wittman
1x08 The Perfect Shot
Sophie and Jesse navigate a day in the life of an artist. Valentina retaliates against her boss. Sid and Ellen deal with an unexpected visitor.
Directing: Lynda Tarryk · Writing: Jeremy Roth · Starring: Josh Peck, Dan Bucatinsky, Gillian Bellinger, Sophia Grosso
1x09 Jay Street
A parental wrench is thrown into Sophie's plan for the day. Jesse deals with the aftermath of a truth bomb. Charlie tries to get the gang excited about soccer.
Directing: Pamela Fryman · Writing: Ama Quao, Ally Thibault · Starring: Josh Peck, Phil Abrams, Tessa Auberjonois, Joely Fisher
1x10 Timing Is Everything Season Finale
Sophie gets romantic advice from someone who's been through it all. Valentina and Charlie face a tough crossroads. Jesse makes a choice.
Directing: Pamela Fryman · Writing: Isaac Aptaker, Elizabeth Berger · Starring: Daniel Augustin, Cobie Smulders, Kyle MacLachlan, Joe Nieves
Season 1 Cast
Chris LowellJesse Walker10 episodes
Francia RaísaValentina Morales10 episodes
Tom AinsleyCharlie Winthrop10 episodes
Tien TranEllen Gilbert10 episodes
Kim CattrallSophie Tompkins10 episodes
Stony BlydenJasper8 episodes
Ashley ReyesHannah5 episodes
Daniel AugustinIan2 episodes
Tessa AuberjonoisNaomi2 episodes
Aby JamesRachel2 episodes
Joyce GreenleafAlisonEpisode 1
Luis AvilaHostEpisode 1
Brick JacksonBouncerEpisode 1
David TerryEvanEpisode 1
Michael BarbaroHimselfEpisode 1
Lincoln A. CastellanosRalphEpisode 1Where to Watch Season 1 of How I Met Your Father
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Frequently Asked Questions
How Many Episodes Does Season 1 of How I Met Your Father Have?
How I Met Your Father Season 1 has 10 episodes.
When Did Season 1 of How I Met Your Father Premiere?
Released January 18, 2022.
Where to Watch How I Met Your Father Season 1?
By subscription, on Disney Plus (availability may vary by country).
What is the best episode of Season 1?
According to TMDB audience ratings, episode 1x01, "Pilot", with a 8.6.