It's Time to Say Goodbye to How I Met Your Mother on Netflix

Alright, listen up, because this is a big deal for fans of one of the greatest sitcoms of all time. The Netflix library is about to lose a major chunk of its charm. Yep, you heard that right. Starting soon, the streaming giant will no longer host the beloved 208 episodes of How I Met Your Mother. If you're a fan of Ted, Robin, Marshall, Barney, and Lily—or if you've been meaning to check out this CBS classic—now's the time to binge-watch the series before it disappears. The clock's ticking; you've got until Monday, November 13, to get your fill.

Why Is This Happening? Let's Dive In

So, here's the scoop. The reason we're saying farewell to HIMYM is tied up in the world of streaming deals. It all comes down to one simple word: Hulu. Yes, Hulu, Netflix's main competitor, struck a deal with HIMYM's production company, 20th Century Fox, over the summer. This deal handed Hulu more than 3,000 episodes of Fox's TV shows, including How I Met Your Mother. While the company didn't explicitly state that HIMYM would become Hulu-exclusive, Netflix isn't exactly known for sharing its older TV show acquisitions. Once Hulu got its hands on HIMYM, the show's days on Netflix were numbered.

Netflix's Official Take on the Situation

According to a statement Netflix provided to Vulture, "The license for a TV series or movie is for a set period of time, which means every title eventually comes up for renewal." When that renewal time arrives, Netflix evaluates various factors to decide whether or not to keep a title. As the company continues to expand its content portfolio, its aim is to keep offering top-notch movies and TV series to its members. But here's the kicker—they're also focused on providing content that's exclusive to Netflix. That's why HIMYM is headed to Hulu's corner of the streaming world.

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But Don't Worry, Netflix Fans—There's Still Plenty to Look Forward To

Here's the good news: while HIMYM is leaving the Netflix lineup, there's still a ton of exciting content coming your way. This month, Netflix is rolling out a bunch of brand-new TV shows, including some major titles. Fans of gripping dramas can look forward to Alias Grace and Marvel’s The Punisher, while comedy lovers will enjoy She’s Gotta Have It. It's a great time to explore new content, even as we bid farewell to Barney's legendary suits and Ted's endless quest for true love.