Parks and Recreation is a popular American sitcom that aired from 2009 to 2015. Chris Pratt portrays the lovable and dim-witted Andy Dwyer, a parks department employee with a heart of gold. The show follows the daily lives of the employees of the Parks and Recreation Department in the fictional town of Pawnee, Indiana. Chris Pratt's comedic timing and endearing portrayal of Andy made him a fan favorite on the show and helped launch his career in Hollywood.