: The episode was directed by Pamela Fryman and written by Matt Kuhn. Key Locations
: Barney eventually realizes how much he has hurt Robin. The episode ends with a rare moment of genuine vulnerability from Barney as he tries to make amends by arranging a special "Super Date" for Robin and her new love interest, Don. Production Highlights [S5E17] Of Course
: Robin feels hurt by how quickly Barney has returned to his playboy lifestyle after their breakup. To get revenge and "break" him, she recruits a no-nonsense self-help author named Anita Appleby (played by Jennifer Lopez). : The episode was directed by Pamela Fryman
: Jennifer Lopez’s appearance was highly anticipated and contributed to some of the season's highest ratings. She reportedly improvised several of her sharp, anti-Barney lines. Production Highlights : Robin feels hurt by how
This guide covers the episode titled " Of Course " from the sitcom How I Met Your Mother (HIMYM) . This episode is notable for featuring guest star Jennifer Lopez and focusing on the emotional aftermath of Barney and Robin's breakup. Episode Overview Original Air Date : March 8, 2010.
: Emotional recovery after a breakup, the power of saying "no," and the realization that friends might be struggling even when they seem okay. Character Arcs & Plot Points