At this rate, we might found out how he me their mother sometime in 2014. Vulture reports that CBS and Twentieth Century Fox television are close to agreeing on a deal that will keep How I Met Your Mother on the air for at least another two seasons. High five.
Apparently, the deal has been held up because of monetary concerns on both sides, something now even more pressing for CBS thanks to the uncertain status (read: Sheen) of powerhouse hit Two and a Half Men. But considering HIMYM has been a top-rated sitcom for the last few seasons it seems likely a deal will be ironed out. After all, more people watch How I Met Your Mother than they do The Office.
Which brings up an interesting question: Shouldn't How I Met Your Mother creators Craig Thomas and Carter Bays use this two year respite to map out the remaining plots of their show and tie up all the loose ends? Since its debut, Mother has felt like the sit-com version of Lost—a story that benefits weekly viewership and close reads, packed with Easter eggs for the real fans. That kind of series can get tiring without a payoff, and eight years seems like quite enough. Nothing against HIMYM or anything, but every show needs a last call.
sam March 4th, 2011 at 05:55 PM
I think they're going to do exactly what you've predicted. Last year sometime Jason Segel all but said he's done after season 8 (all five main castmembers are contracted through 8 seasons), and from what the creators have said about this show and the shows they loved and have been influenced by, they are aware of the fate most shows suffer - string all storyline on until they know the end is near, at which point it's too late to do well. And knowing they have only two more seasons puts them in a perfect place to wrap their many loose ends up in a very enjoyable way for everyone. I'm hoping, at least. I know they haven't disappointed me yet.
PATTY March 4th, 2011 at 07:38 PM
The BEST show ever......each actor brings their own true acting quality to the show. Every time I saw "he's the best", I then think of another, and another. A true ensemble like no other . LOVE LOVE LOVE HIMYM. KEEP EM COMING......AND GET IT TOGETHER CBS. YOU already screwed up Two and a Half Men, yes YOU.
HIMYM March 5th, 2011 at 06:10 PM
I fell on this sitcom out of no where and ended up loving it. The humor is that of a young Seinfeld. They are very creatively written to get the viewer to follow. Haven't tuned in in a while tho. Next few seasons should be Legendary! Will have to tune in.
Gwadii March 6th, 2011 at 07:57 AM
I believe 8 seasons is too much and they've already lost the plot and drive that some of us have so loved from its very first season. Get it over and done with and introduce the mum!!!
Elvis March 6th, 2011 at 02:05 PM
this show is the best there is soo much creativity and its soo entertaining this show deserves another 2 seasons
JP May 24th, 2011 at 01:54 PM
Yeah I love the show but if it were too have an extension I agree that we need to see the damn mother!!
JP May 24th, 2011 at 01:57 PM
It can't just end with them showing the mother so they'll have to do more episodes after her appearance, might as well introduce early in the 7th season as not to ruin the rhythm of the show.