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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!

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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.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 1 - Big Days
    8.0/10(4139 votes)

    #1 - Big Days

    S6:E1

    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
    Writers:Carter Bays, Craig Thomas

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  2. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 2 - Cleaning House
    8.2/10(4267 votes)

    #2 - Cleaning House

    S6:E2

    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

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  3. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 3 - Unfinished
    7.6/10(3826 votes)

    #3 - Unfinished

    S6:E3

    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

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  4. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 4 - Subway Wars
    8.5/10(4503 votes)

    #4 - Subway Wars

    S6:E4

    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

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  5. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 5 - Architect of Destruction
    7.6/10(3736 votes)

    #5 - Architect of Destruction

    S6:E5

    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
    Writers:Carter Bays, Craig Thomas

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  6. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 6 - Baby Talk
    7.5/10(3756 votes)

    #6 - Baby Talk

    S6:E6

    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

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  7. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 7 - Canning Randy
    7.5/10(3691 votes)

    #7 - Canning Randy

    S6:E7

    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

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  8. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 8 - Natural History
    8.0/10(3889 votes)

    #8 - Natural History

    S6:E8

    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
    Writers:Carter Bays, Craig Thomas

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  9. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 9 - Glitter
    8.4/10(4468 votes)

    #9 - Glitter

    S6:E9

    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

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  10. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 10 - Blitzgiving
    9.0/10(6006 votes)

    #10 - Blitzgiving

    S6:E10

    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
    Writers:Carter Bays, Craig Thomas

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  11. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 11 - The Mermaid Theory
    7.8/10(3891 votes)

    #11 - The Mermaid Theory

    S6:E11

    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

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  12. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 12 - False Positive
    8.1/10(3908 votes)

    #12 - False Positive

    S6:E12

    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
    Writers:Craig Gerard, Matthew Zinman

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  13. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 13 - Bad News
    8.9/10(5816 votes)

    #13 - Bad News

    S6:E13

    Afraid they will never get pregnant, Lily and Marshall decide to see a specialist. Robin begins her new job.

    Director:Pamela Fryman
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 14 - Last Words
    8.6/10(4746 votes)

    #14 - Last Words

    S6:E14

    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
    Writers:Carter Bays, Craig Thomas

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  15. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 15 - Oh Honey
    8.7/10(5025 votes)

    #15 - Oh Honey

    S6:E15

    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
    Writers:Carter Bays, Craig Thomas

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  16. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 16 - Desperation Day
    7.9/10(3784 votes)

    #16 - Desperation Day

    S6:E16

    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

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  17. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 17 - Garbage Island
    7.5/10(3599 votes)

    #17 - Garbage Island

    S6:E17

    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

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  18. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 18 - A Change of Heart
    8.1/10(3918 votes)

    #18 - A Change of Heart

    S6:E18

    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

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  19. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 19 - Legendaddy
    8.2/10(4181 votes)

    #19 - Legendaddy

    S6:E19

    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:Unknown

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  20. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 20 - The Exploding Meatball Sub
    7.5/10(3597 votes)

    #20 - The Exploding Meatball Sub

    S6:E20

    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:Unknown

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  21. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 21 - Hopeless
    7.7/10(3613 votes)

    #21 - Hopeless

    S6:E21

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 22 - The Perfect Cocktail
    7.7/10(3656 votes)

    #22 - The Perfect Cocktail

    S6:E22

    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

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  23. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 23 - Landmarks
    7.6/10(3562 votes)

    #23 - Landmarks

    S6:E23

    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
    Writers:Carter Bays, Craig Thomas

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  24. How I Met Your Mother Season 6 Episode 24 - Challenge Accepted
    8.4/10(4134 votes)

    #24 - Challenge Accepted

    S6:E24

    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
    Writers:Carter Bays, Craig Thomas

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Season 6 Ratings Summary

"Big Days" is the best rated episode of "How I Met Your Mother" season 6. It scored 8/10 based on 4139 votes. Directed by Pamela Fryman and written by Carter Bays, Craig Thomas, it aired on 9/20/2010. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Cleaning House".