Ep 12. Ann and Chris
- TV-PG
- January 30, 2014
- 21 min
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8.8 (2,471)
In the season 6 episode 12 of Parks & Recreation, titled "Ann and Chris," the show bids a heartfelt farewell to two of its beloved characters, Ann Perkins and Chris Traeger. The entire episode revolves around the preparations for their departure, as everyone in the Pawnee Parks Department tries to come to terms with the fact that they won't be seeing their friends and colleagues every day anymore.
Ann is moving to Michigan with her ex-boyfriend, while Chris is leaving Pawnee to take up a new job in another town. As they prepare to say their goodbyes, Leslie Knope goes into overdrive, planning a series of elaborate goodbye events to show her appreciation for Ann and Chris's contributions to the department. Meanwhile, Ron Swanson struggles to come to terms with his feelings for Chris, and Tom tries to convince his friend to stay in Pawnee.
Throughout the episode, we see flashbacks to some of Ann and Chris's most memorable moments on the show, from Ann's pregnancy scare to Chris's neurotic health kicks. We also get to see some of their final interactions with their colleagues, including a touching moment between Ann and Leslie, and a hilarious exchange between Chris and Ron.
As the episode comes to a close, we see Ann and Chris have one final goodbye with each of their friends before leaving Pawnee for good. While everyone is sad to see them go, we also see how much they've grown and how they've impacted the lives of those around them. The episode ends on a bittersweet note, as we watch Ann and Chris drive off into the sunset, leaving behind a group of people who will never forget them.
Overall, "Ann and Chris" is a standout episode of Parks & Recreation that perfectly captures the depth of the show's characters and their relationships with one another. It's a fitting end for two of the show's most beloved characters, and a reminder of why the show is so special to so many people.