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The Best Episodes of The Biggest Loser Season 16

Every episode of The Biggest Loser Season 16 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Biggest Loser Season 16!

The Biggest Loser features obese people competing to win a cash prize by losing the highest percentage of weight relative to their initial weight.
Genre:Reality
Network:NBC
Episodes
18
Avg. Rating
6.7
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Season 16 Ratings Summary

"Opening Day" is the best rated episode of "The Biggest Loser" season 16. It scored 7.4/10 based on 15 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/11/2014. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "The Knockout".

  • Opening Day
    7.4/10(15)

    #1 - Opening Day

    Season 16 Episode 1

    Aired 9/11/2014

    A new set of hopefuls are introduced for the first time.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Knockout
    7.4/10(13)

    #2 - The Knockout

    Season 16 Episode 2

    Aired 9/18/2014

    The players compete on a assault course, challenging them to break through excuses that are getting in their way.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Double Header
    7.3/10(13)

    #3 - Double Header

    Season 16 Episode 3

    Aired 9/25/2014

    The contestants test their nutritional understanding before competing in an endurance challenge. Meanwhile, an inspirational "Wall of Glory" reminds them of their athletic days and provides motivation to work harder at the gym.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Lottery
    7.4/10(12)

    #4 - The Lottery

    Season 16 Episode 4

    Aired 10/2/2014

    A lottery challenge takes place, in which one contestant is selected to go home with a trainer for the week—and the chosen person's weight will the only one that counts for the team's weigh-in. Meanwhile, the remaining contestants try to keep up with their plans at the ranch without their trainer; and two eliminated players compete at Comeback Canyon.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Sidelined
    7.1/10(12)

    #5 - Sidelined

    Season 16 Episode 5

    Aired 10/9/2014

    The teams are challenged to race through the air across a canyon and then solve a puzzle; and the winners get the chance to sideline one player from the losing team at weigh-in.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Tailgate
    7.4/10(12)

    #6 - The Tailgate

    Season 16 Episode 6

    Aired 10/16/2014

    The contestants face a tailgating challenge, where they are tempted with high-calorie comfort foods. Later, a player discusses emotional issues with his trainer; and Bob receives a gift from a "Comeback Canyon" contestant.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Drop
    6.4/10(10)

    #7 - The Drop

    Season 16 Episode 7

    Aired 10/23/2014

    In a pool challenge, the teams are tasked to hold a percentage of their body weight in order to keep their trainers from falling into a pool, and the last-place team loses its trainer for the week. Elsewhere, two eliminated contestants team up at Comeback Canyon; and one contestant gives her trainer a look at her past.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Penalty Box
    6.9/10(11)

    #8 - Penalty Box

    Season 16 Episode 8

    Aired 10/30/2014

    The players compete in a challenge involving water and giant treadmills, and the winning team gets a chance to penalize the two losing teams. Elsewhere, Bob Harper advises two Comeback Canyon contestants about setting priorities.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Yes, Coach!
    6.5/10(10)

    #9 - Yes, Coach!

    Season 16 Episode 9

    Aired 11/6/2014

    NFL stars Michael Irvin, Donald Driver and Willie McGinest visit the ranch, where they participate in a football challenge and offer the contestants training advice.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Free Agents
    6.8/10(11)

    #10 - Free Agents

    Season 16 Episode 10

    Aired 11/13/2014

    The ranch is rocked when the teams are dismantled and new teams are formed. Chef Rocco DiSpirito has to judge which team has managed to create the healthiest and tastiest dish.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • No "I" in Team
    5.4/10(10)

    #11 - No "I" in Team

    Season 16 Episode 11

    Aired 11/20/2014

    A sandpile challenge is attempted as the players try to lose 50 pound collectively. Also: Players reflect on their accomplishments and communicate their goals while hiking with their trainers.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Playoffs
    5.5/10(6)

    #12 - The Playoffs

    Season 16 Episode 12

    Aired 12/11/2014

    The teams disband and the players compete on their own for the first time in an obstacle course, with the grand prize being immunity. Later, the trainers surprise the players with videos featuring words of encouragement from loved ones

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Kauai Part 1
    6.0/10(10)

    #13 - Kauai Part 1

    Season 16 Episode 13

    Aired 12/18/2014

    Part 1 of 2. The players head to Hawaii, where they participate in a kayak challenge. Later, a trainer and a player who both fear the open water try snorkeling.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Kauai Part 2
    6.3/10(6)

    #14 - Kauai Part 2

    Season 16 Episode 14

    Aired 1/1/2015

    Conclusion. Contestants face their fears in Hawaii. Included: One player tries rappelling down a waterfall, and another goes rope-swinging through the jungle. Later, the contestants use coconuts to tackle a lacrosse-inspired obstacle course.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Makeover Week
    6.7/10(9)

    #15 - Makeover Week

    Season 16 Episode 15

    Aired 1/8/2015

    No description available

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • The Comeback
    7.1/10(9)

    #16 - The Comeback

    Season 16 Episode 16

    Aired 1/15/2015

    No description available

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • End Zone
    6.3/10(7)

    #17 - End Zone

    Season 16 Episode 17

    Aired 1/22/2015

    It's down to the final four - Rob, Sonya, Woody and Toma - and after 17 weeks, someone's dream of becoming a finalist comes to an end. The contestants walk into the gym to see Jenna Wolfe, the lifestyle and fitness correspondent for the Today Show. Despite being seven months pregnant, Jenna shows the players how to work out without a gym. At the same time, Bob Harper gives the other trainers a workout of a lifetime.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • Live Finale
    6.1/10(9)

    #18 - Live Finale

    Season 16 Episode 18

    Aired 1/29/2015

    Contestants from this season reunite and reveal how much weight they've lost; the at-home winner is revealed; the grand-prize winner is announced.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A