This is not the end of the road.  

Isaac Aptaker would like you to know that his new Hulu series, How I Met Your Father, which premieres Jan. 18, is not a reboot of How I Met Your Mother, and he wants people to stop calling it one. According to TVLine, during the comedy series’ virtual appearance at the Television Critics Association winter press tour on Jan. 11, the co-creator made it clear that the series is a “stand-alone sequel.” 

“People keep referring to the show as a ‘reboot,’ and it’s not a reboot,” Aptaker said.

It’s set in the universe of previous shows, but is its own world. We love it, however. How I Met Your Mother“Thank you,” said the executive producer. People who are passionate about the original will reap many small rewards if you stick with us.

He also mentioned that original series creators Carter Bays Craig ThomasOriginal director Pamela FrymanYou are “very involved” with the production of How I Met Your Father.

Barney Stinson, if he is referring to “little reward”, he would be referring to Barney StinsonNeil Patrick HarrisWe’re here because ) has made an appearance.