Archives Episodes

How a Bill Becomes a Law

Summary Leslie negotiates with her fellow councilmen to pass a new law extending the community pool hours. When Chris comes up with a new idea to solve people’s problems around the city, Ron finds himself filling a pothole for a…

Soda Tax

Summary Passing a city-wide tax on giant sodas. Chris helps Andy get in shape to prepare for his police entrance exam. Meanwhile, Ben struggles to connect with the interns in his office. Our Take Very good — not the series’…

Ms. Knope Goes to Washington

Summary Leslie and Andy visit Ben and April at their new jobs in Washington D.C., and Leslie feels overwhelmed by the city — especially after meeting two of her idols. Meanwhile, Ron throws a “thank you” barbeque for the entire…

Win, Lose, or Draw

Summary It’s election day in Pawnee, and Leslie and Bobby Newport are separated by a razor-thin margin. While everyone waits with Leslie for the race to be called, they ponder their futures, and their new opportunities. Our Take Everything Parks…

Bus Tour

Summary Leslie goes on a bus tour for the final day of her campaign, and is caught off guard when an important person in Pawnee passes Our Take Very good — not the series’ peak, but an hour that reminds…

The Debate

Summary Leslie goes toe-to-toe with Bobby Newport in their big televised debate. Ann, Tom, and Chris work in the media spin room, while Ron goes the extra mile to save a party for Leslie’s donors. Our Take A masterclass episode…

Live Ammo

Summary When Leslie finds out that Parks Department budget is about to be cut, she convinces Councilman Pillner to make the cuts elsewhere, which causes unexpected problems for her campaign. Meanwhile, Chris takes Ron to his favorite meditation center. Our…

Lucky

Summary Leslie and Ben are thrilled when Buddy Wood wants to interview Leslie for his Indianapolis talkshow. April and Ron prep Andy for his final exam in his Women’s Studies course. Our Take Confident and engaging. The plot moves, the…

Campaign Shake-Up

Summary Leslie and Ben are caught off guard when her opponent Bobby Newport hires a powerful campaign manager from Washington. Chris forces Ron to start interviewing replacements for Leslie when work starts falling through the cracks, and an unlikely officemate…

Sweet Sixteen

Summary Leslie realizes that the department has forgotten Jerry’s birthday and decides to throw a party for him at a special location. Meanwhile, Tom is flabbergasted when he finds out Ann doesn’t share his taste in music. Our Take A…