[s2e9] Slap Bet May 2026

“While Marshall's slap of Barney ended up being wrongful, it was not premature and was sanctioned by the commissioner.” Reddit · r/howimetyourmother · 4 years ago Critical Consensus Rating / Verdict IMDb Users 9/10 or 10/10 (Multiple reviews)

: The central mystery of Robin’s past ends in what many call a "brilliant payoff". The 80s-style music video "Let's Go To The Mall" is described as a hilarious homage to the era and a turning point for Robin's character development. [S2E9] Slap Bet

"Hilarious nonetheless and a good break from the progressive storyline." Rolling Stone Included in "Greatest Sitcom Episodes of All Time" list. “While Marshall's slap of Barney ended up being

While the episode is overwhelmingly popular, some fans on Reddit have spent years debating the fairness of Lily's rulings as the "Slap Bet Commissioner". While the episode is overwhelmingly popular, some fans

“The reveal is both crazy and brilliantly executed, which I thought elevated Robin's character to a higher level.” Reddit · r/HIMYM