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The Best Episodes of Game of Thrones Season 6

Every episode of Game of Thrones Season 6 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Game of Thrones Season 6!

Seven noble families fight for control of the mythical land of Westeros. Friction between the houses leads to full-scale war. All while a very ancient evil awakens in the farthest north. Amidst the war, a neglected military order of misfits, the Night's Watch, is all that stands between the realms of men and icy horrors beyond.

Genres:Sci-Fi & FantasyDramaAction & Adventure
Network:HBO

Season 6 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Game of Thrones" season 6 is "The Red Woman", rated 8.4/10 from 45348 user votes. It was directed by Jeremy Podeswa and written by David Benioff, D. B. Weiss. "The Red Woman" aired on 4/24/2016 and is rated 0.8 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Home".

  • The Red Woman
    8.4/10 45,348 votes

    #1 - The Red Woman

    Season 6 Episode 1 - Aired 4/24/2016

    The fate of Jon Snow is revealed. Daenerys meets a strong man. Cersei sees her daughter once again.

    Director: Jeremy Podeswa

    Writer: David Benioff, D. B. Weiss

  • Home
    9.2/10 52,670 votes

    #2 - Home

    Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 5/1/2016

    Bran trains with the Three-Eyed Raven. In King’s Landing, Jaime advises Tommen. Tyrion demands good news, but has to make his own. At Castle Black, the Night’s Watch stands behind Thorne. Ramsay Bolton proposes a plan, and Balon Greyjoy entertains other proposals.

    Director: Jeremy Podeswa

    Writer: Dave Hill

  • Oathbreaker
    8.6/10 39,578 votes

    #3 - Oathbreaker

    Season 6 Episode 3 - Aired 5/8/2016

    Daenerys meets her future. Bran meets the past. Tommen confronts the High Sparrow. Arya trains to be No One. Varys finds an answer. Ramsay gets a gift.

    Director: Daniel Sackheim

    Writer: David Benioff, D. B. Weiss

  • Book of the Stranger
    9.0/10 42,370 votes

    #4 - Book of the Stranger

    Season 6 Episode 4 - Aired 5/15/2016

    Tyrion strikes a deal. Jorah and Daario undertake a difficult task. Jaime and Cersei try to improve their situation.

    Director: Daniel Sackheim

    Writer: David Benioff, D. B. Weiss

  • The Door
    9.7/10 81,566 votes

    #5 - The Door

    Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 5/22/2016

    Tyrion seeks a strange ally. Bran learns a great deal. Brienne goes on a mission. Arya is given a chance to prove herself.

    Director: Jack Bender

    Writer: David Benioff, D. B. Weiss

  • Blood of My Blood
    8.3/10 38,949 votes

    #6 - Blood of My Blood

    Season 6 Episode 6 - Aired 5/29/2016

    An old foe comes back into the picture. Gilly meets Sam’s family. Arya faces a difficult choice. Jaime faces off against the High Sparrow.

    Director: Jack Bender

    Writer: Bryan Cogman

  • The Broken Man
    8.5/10 38,167 votes

    #7 - The Broken Man

    Season 6 Episode 7 - Aired 6/5/2016

    The High Sparrow eyes another target. Jaime confronts a hero. Arya makes a plan. The North is reminded.

    Director: Mark Mylod

    Writer: Bryan Cogman

  • No One
    8.3/10 42,463 votes

    #8 - No One

    Season 6 Episode 8 - Aired 6/12/2016

    While Jaime weighs his options, Cersei answers a request. Tyrion's plans bear fruit. Arya faces a new test.

    Director: Mark Mylod

    Writer: David Benioff, D. B. Weiss

  • Battle of the Bastards
    9.9/10 232,052 votes

    #9 - Battle of the Bastards

    Season 6 Episode 9 - Aired 6/19/2016

    As the Starks prepare to fight, Davos loses something dear. Ramsay plays a game. Daenerys faces a choice.

    Director: Miguel Sapochnik

    Writer: David Benioff, D. B. Weiss

  • The Winds of Winter
    9.9/10 166,254 votes

    #10 - The Winds of Winter

    Season 6 Episode 10 - Aired 6/26/2016

    Tyrion counsels Daenerys on the upcoming campaign. Jon and Sansa discuss their future. Trials begin in King's Landing.

    Director: Miguel Sapochnik

    Writer: David Benioff, D. B. Weiss