The best episode directed by Michael J. Shea is "Intervention", rated 8.036/10 from 28 user votes. It was "written by Stephen Lloyd". "Intervention" aired on 10/13/2008 and is rated 0.3 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "Disaster Averted".
When Ted is packing his stuff for his move to New Jersey, he discovers that the gang was going to hold an intervention for his engagement to Stella and demands they hold it anyway.
Director: Michael J. Shea
Writer: Stephen Lloyd
While the gang reminisces about Hurricane Irene, Barney tries to cut a deal with Marshall and Lily to get out of wearing the Ducky Tie.
Director: Michael J. Shea
Writer: Robia Rashid
Barney reluctantly attempts to sell his apartment by holding an open house, during which Ted and Marshall get mistaken for a couple. Tension arises between Lily and Marshall when her new job causes her to spend less time at home.
Director: Michael J. Shea
Writer: Stephen Lloyd
Marshall becomes obsessed with saving the environment after seeing a documentary on garbage. Ted runs into The Captain. Barney admits he has feelings for a woman.
Director: Michael J. Shea
Writer: Tom Ruprecht
Ellen suspects something is up with Rachel. She and Sid do a stakeout. Sophie tracks an upset Jesse down after he wasn't invited to a coworker's birthday party.
Director: Michael J. Shea
Writer: Christopher Encell
Sophie encounters an obstacle with a new beau. Ellen uses her new job insurance to see a therapist. Jesse gives Valentina a hand at work while Sid and Charlie try to sell terrible wine.
Director: Michael J. Shea
Writer: Christopher Encell