How I Met Your Mother

Season 6

24 episodes 10 seasons

The more things change, the more things get interesting in this all-new hilarious season of How I Met Your Mother. Ted's (Josh Radnor) search for "the one" continues while Marshall and Lily (Jason Segel and Alyson Hannigan) hope to become parents, Barney (Neil Patrick Harris) makes an uproariously awkward attempt to find his real father, and Robin (Cobie Smulders) finally feels like a true New Yorker. Featuring epic guest stars like Katy Perry and Jorge Garcia as "The Blitz," Season Six is filled with just plain awesomeness.

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How I Met Your Mother Season 6 released on September 20, 2010.

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S06E01 Aired September 20, 2010

Big Days

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.

S06E02 Aired September 27, 2010

Cleaning House

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.

S06E03 Aired October 04, 2010

Unfinished

Barney uses his best womanizing tactics to try to convince Ted to design the new GNB building; Robin drunk dials Don.

S06E04 Aired October 11, 2010

Subway Wars

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.

S06E05 Aired October 18, 2010

Architect of Destruction

Ted becomes conflicted after meeting an attractive woman who is passionate about saving the landmark building being torn down for his new project.

S06E06 Aired October 25, 2010

Baby Talk

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.

S06E07 Aired November 01, 2010

Canning Randy

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.

S06E08 Aired November 08, 2010

Natural History

When the gang goes to a black tie event at the Natural History Museum, Ted gets introduced to Zoey's husband, The Captain.

S06E09 Aired November 15, 2010

Glitter

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.

S06E10 Aired November 22, 2010

Blitzgiving

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.

S06E11 Aired December 06, 2010

The Mermaid Theory

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.

S06E12 Aired December 13, 2010

False Positive

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.

S06E13 Aired January 03, 2011

Bad News

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

S06E14 Aired January 17, 2011

Last Words

While on a trip to Minnesota, Ted and Barney try anything to make Marshall laugh. Marshall runs into an old nemesis from high school.

S06E15 Aired February 07, 2011

Oh Honey

Barney gets emotional when he opens up to Honey about his life. Ted admits to having feelings for Zoey to the group.

S06E16 Aired February 14, 2011

Desperation Day

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.

S06E17 Aired February 21, 2011

Garbage Island

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.

S06E18 Aired February 28, 2011

A Change of Heart

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.

S06E19 Aired March 21, 2011

Legendaddy

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.

S06E20 Aired April 11, 2011

The Exploding Meatball Sub

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.

S06E21 Aired April 18, 2011

Hopeless

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.

S06E22 Aired May 02, 2011

The Perfect Cocktail

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.

S06E23 Aired May 09, 2011

Landmarks

When Ted is faced with an important decision that might affect his future with Zoey, the gang expresses their true feelings about her.

S06E24 Aired May 16, 2011

Challenge Accepted

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.