The Best Episodes of How I Met Your Mother Season 6
Every episode of How I Met Your Mother Season 6 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of How I Met Your Mother Season 6!
A father recounts to his children - through a series of flashbacks - the journey he and his four best friends took leading up to him meeting their mother.
Season 6 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "How I Met Your Mother" season 6 is "Big Days", rated 8/10 from 3791 user votes. It was directed by Pamela Fryman and written by Carter Bays, Craig Thomas. "Big Days" aired on 9/20/2010 and is rated 0.2 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Cleaning House".
8.0/10 3,791 votes#1 - Big Days
Season 6 Episode 1 - Aired 9/20/2010
When Ted and Barney argue about who has "dibs" on a hot girl, Ted realizes that she is there with Cindy, a girl he previously dated who is also the roommate of his future wife. Meanwhile, Robin is heartbroken over Don, and Marshall can't keep quiet about his desire to start a family.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Carter Bays, Craig Thomas
8.2/10 3,895 votes#2 - Cleaning House
Season 6 Episode 2 - Aired 9/27/2010
When Barney convinces the gang to help his mom move out of her home, they quickly learn that she has been very protective of Barney and lied to him about events throughout his life. Meanwhile, Ted gets upset when Robin oversells him to a blind date.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Stephen Lloyd
7.6/10 3,487 votes#3 - Unfinished
Season 6 Episode 3 - Aired 10/4/2010
Barney uses his best womanizing tactics to try to convince Ted to design the new GNB building; Robin drunk dials Don.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Jamie Rhonheimer
8.5/10 4,093 votes#4 - Subway Wars
Season 6 Episode 4 - Aired 10/11/2010
When the gang teases Robin about not being a real New Yorker, she sets out to prove them wrong by racing to catch a glimpse of Woody Allen.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Chris Harris
7.6/10 3,418 votes#5 - Architect of Destruction
Season 6 Episode 5 - Aired 10/18/2010
Ted becomes conflicted after meeting an attractive woman who is passionate about saving the landmark building being torn down for his new project.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Carter Bays, Craig Thomas
7.5/10 3,436 votes#6 - Baby Talk
Season 6 Episode 6 - Aired 10/25/2010
Marshall and Lily try to figure out how to conceive a baby with the gender of their choice; Robin's perky new co-anchor irritates her.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Joe Kelly
7.5/10 3,374 votes#7 - Canning Randy
Season 6 Episode 7 - Aired 11/1/2010
When Zoey enrolls in Ted's class, she manipulates his students into taking her side in the fight to save the building being torn down to make room for his project. Meanwhile, Marshall and Lily spot Robin marching in the Halloween parade of shame.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Chuck Tatham
8.0/10 3,556 votes#8 - Natural History
Season 6 Episode 8 - Aired 11/8/2010
When the gang goes to a black tie event at the Natural History Museum, Ted gets introduced to Zoey's husband, The Captain.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Carter Bays, Craig Thomas
8.4/10 4,105 votes#9 - Glitter
Season 6 Episode 9 - Aired 11/15/2010
Barney's discovery of a Canadian kids show called Space Teens, that Robin appeared on as Robin Sparkles, leads the gang to get her to reach out to her co-star, Jessica Glitter.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Kourtney Kang
9.0/10 5,512 votes#10 - Blitzgiving
Season 6 Episode 10 - Aired 11/22/2010
When Ted leaves the bar early to prepare a Thanksgiving feast for his friends, the gang winds up partying all night with The Blitz, an old friend from college who has bad luck. As a result Ted is forced to spend Thanksgiving with Zoey.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Carter Bays, Craig Thomas
7.8/10 3,569 votes#11 - The Mermaid Theory
Season 6 Episode 11 - Aired 12/6/2010
When Ted's new friendship with Zoey tests the theory that single men and married women can't be friends, he invites her husband, "The Captain," to hang out with them. Meanwhile, Marshall and Robin decide to spend alone time together, and Barney and Lily possibly have a fight.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Robia Rashid
8.1/10 3,559 votes#12 - False Positive
Season 6 Episode 12 - Aired 12/13/2010
Lily and Marshall receive shocking news that has a profound impact on the gang. Ted begins his duties as best man for an old friend's wedding.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Matthew Zinman, Craig Gerard
8.9/10 5,288 votes#13 - Bad News
Season 6 Episode 13 - Aired 1/3/2011
Afraid they will never get pregnant, Lily and Marshall decide to see a specialist. Robin begins her new job.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: N/A
8.6/10 4,304 votes#14 - Last Words
Season 6 Episode 14 - Aired 1/17/2011
While on a trip to Minnesota, Ted and Barney try anything to make Marshall laugh. Marshall runs into an old nemesis from high school.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Carter Bays, Craig Thomas
8.7/10 4,618 votes#15 - Oh Honey
Season 6 Episode 15 - Aired 2/7/2011
Barney gets emotional when he opens up to Honey about his life. Ted admits to having feelings for Zoey to the group.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Carter Bays, Craig Thomas
7.9/10 3,466 votes#16 - Desperation Day
Season 6 Episode 16 - Aired 2/14/2011
Barney declares February 13th a holiday for desperate women. Marshall receives a Valentine's Day surprise from Lily. Zoey and Ted work on figuring out their relationship.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Tami Sagher
7.5/10 3,295 votes#17 - Garbage Island
Season 6 Episode 17 - Aired 2/21/2011
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
8.1/10 3,578 votes#18 - A Change of Heart
Season 6 Episode 18 - Aired 2/28/2011
When Barney starts to have real feelings for Nora, he worries that something is wrong with his heart. Meanwhile, Robin starts dating a guy who acts a lot like a dog.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Matt Kuhn
8.2/10 3,793 votes#19 - Legendaddy
Season 6 Episode 19 - Aired 3/21/2011
Barney meets his father and is shocked by the differences in their lives. The rest of the gang learn their "gaps"; knowledge they should have by now, but don't.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: N/A
7.5/10 3,297 votes#20 - The Exploding Meatball Sub
Season 6 Episode 20 - Aired 4/11/2011
Lily and Barney react badly when Marshall finally quits his job at Goliath National Bank to take a volunteer position at an environmental organization. Meanwhile, Ted and Zoey's opposing positions on the future of the Arcadia come between them.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: N/A
7.8/10 3,310 votes#21 - Hopeless
Season 6 Episode 21 - Aired 4/18/2011
When Barney tries to bond with his father, he asks the gang to help make his life seem more exciting by lying about their own lives. Meanwhile, Robin runs into a guy she has a crush on.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.7/10 3,349 votes#22 - The Perfect Cocktail
Season 6 Episode 22 - Aired 5/2/2011
When Marshall and Barney argue over the destruction of the Arcadian Hotel, Robin and Lily try to mix the right combination of cocktails that will force them to make up. Meanwhile, Ted plans a romantic weekend away with Zoey.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Joe Kelly
7.6/10 3,263 votes#23 - Landmarks
Season 6 Episode 23 - Aired 5/9/2011
When Ted is faced with an important decision that might affect his future with Zoey, the gang expresses their true feelings about her.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Carter Bays, Craig Thomas
8.4/10 3,789 votes#24 - Challenge Accepted
Season 6 Episode 24 - Aired 5/16/2011
Robin and Barney bond when they intervene in Ted's relationship, and Marshall and Lily watch a ticking clock as he fears that he soon will be the victim of food poisoning.
Director: Pamela Fryman
Writer: Carter Bays, Craig Thomas