NBCLeslie Knope (Amy Poehler) and Parks and Recreation have changed world of television—for good.
When the NBC sitcom signs off tonight, we'll be left with just memories of Pawnee and its plucky heroine. But oh what memories they will be! Parks and Recreation created several scenes and characters that will stand the test of time. No matter the number of times viewed, these scenes are now classic and should be considered a great legacy for the beloved series.
Check out the most memorable scenes below.
"Get on Your Feet"
This is possibly the best scene ever. From Leslie's hamming it up to the crowd while walking on ice to Champion peeing on Ron, Andy's fall and of course the music of Gloria Estefan...this will be the scene people think of when they think of Parks and Rec.
Leslie Knope's temper tantrum
Iconic. The scene that spawned a million GIFs and endeared the character to so many.
Treat. Yo'. Self.
This episode spawned a phrase that's now a staple in pop culture. Donna Meagle (and fine leather goods) forever.
Ron Swanson and the desk
Ron Swanson (Nick Offerman) has taught us many things about life. For example, put all your money in gold. But the most important lesson may be about circular desks.
"Stop. Pooping."
'Nuff said.
Snake Juice
Ron dancing in a tiny hat! April speaking Spanish! Leslie's emotional drunk ramblings! Everything about this is Parks and Rec at its best.
Leslie and Ann's goodbye
Ann, you beautiful tropical fish! Rashida Jones had to leave Parks and Recreation to let Leslie Knope truly grow. Their relationship was magical and their farewell brought more than one tear to our eye.
"Time After Time"
A rare April and Ann bonding moment complete with a Donna harmony on one of the greatest songs ever? Yes.
Jerry's fart attack
There were many hapless Jerry (Jim O'Heir) moments, like the time he fell while trying to retrieve his burrito and told everybody he got mugged, but who can forget when he almost died...while farting?
Important testimony
Ben (Adam Scott) and Leslie gave us tons of feels throughout the years. Leave it to Leslie to declare her love of Ben in an official document to make us cry happy tears.
"Who hasn't had gay thoughts?"
Ben Wyatt is a human disaster. Whenever he went on talk shows, amazing things happened, like the above.
Lil Sebastian's debut
There were MANY wonderful scenes thanks to the pint-sized horse (RIP!), but his introduction and everybody's reaction really makes us smile. Ron Swanson's giggle!
Ben and Leslie's Wedding
And we're crying.
"Can I get apps and 'serts?"
Tom Haverford (Aziz Ansari) at his best.
"It says you could have network connectivity problems."
Such a great line from Andy (Chris Pratt) and bonus footage of Leslie mistaking the Chamber of Commerce for the Chamber of Secrets.
"I'm just a girl"
This is one of Leslie Knope's finer moments in which she takes on sexist questions in a glorious manner.
Did your favorite not make the cut? Tell us in the comments!
The Parks and Recreation series finale tonight at 10 p.m. on NBC.
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