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Premiered

Monday, September 20, 2010

Ended: Monday, May 16, 2011

When does How I Met Your Mother Season 6 come out?

How I Met Your Mother Season 6 premiered Monday, September 20, 2010 on CBS and ended Monday, May 16, 2011. The season has 24 episodes.

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 release schedule

How I Met Your Mother Season 6 episode release dates
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1. 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.

Monday · 16 years ago

2. 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.

Monday · 16 years ago

3. Unfinished

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

Monday · 16 years ago

4. 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.

Monday · 16 years ago

5. 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.

Monday · 16 years ago

6. 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.

Monday · 16 years ago

7. 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.

Monday · 16 years ago

8. 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.

Monday · 16 years ago

9. 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.

Monday · 15 years ago

10. 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.

Monday · 15 years ago

11. 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.

Monday · 15 years ago

12. False Positive Mid-season finale

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.

Monday · 15 years ago

13. Bad News

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

Monday · 15 years ago

14. 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.

Monday · 15 years ago

15. Oh Honey

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

Monday · 15 years ago

16. 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.

Monday · 15 years ago

17. 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.

Monday · 15 years ago

18. 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.

Monday · 15 years ago

19. 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.

Monday · 15 years ago

20. 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.

Monday · 15 years ago

21. 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.

Monday · 15 years ago

22. 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.

Monday · 15 years ago

23. Landmarks

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

Monday · 15 years ago

24. Challenge Accepted Finale

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.

Monday · 15 years ago

How I Met Your Mother Season 6 guest stars

  • Joe Nieves

    Joe Nieves

    Carl

  • Jennifer Morrison

    Jennifer Morrison

    Zoey Pierson

  • Suzie Plakson

    Suzie Plakson

    Judy Eriksen

  • Kyle MacLachlan

    Kyle MacLachlan

    George Van Smoot

  • Marshall Manesh

    Marshall Manesh

    Ranjit Singh

  • Frances Conroy

    Frances Conroy

    Loretta Stinson

  • Michael Gross

    Michael Gross

    Alfred Mosby

  • Robbie Amell

    Robbie Amell

    Scooby

  • Geoff Stults

    Geoff Stults

    Max

  • Will Forte

    Will Forte

    Randy

  • Dan Bakkedahl

    Dan Bakkedahl

    Curtis

  • Kaylee DeFer

    Kaylee DeFer

    Beautiful Girl

  • Nicole Scherzinger

    Nicole Scherzinger

    Jessica Glitter

  • Katy Perry

    Katy Perry

    Honey

  • Suzy Nakamura

    Suzy Nakamura

    Mrs. Kirby

  • Dave Foley

    Dave Foley

    Mr. Bloom

How I Met Your Mother Season 6 FAQ

When does How I Met Your Mother Season 6 come out?

How I Met Your Mother Season 6 premiered Monday, September 20, 2010 on CBS.

How many episodes are in How I Met Your Mother Season 6?

How I Met Your Mother Season 6 has 24 episodes.

Are new episodes of How I Met Your Mother Season 6 released weekly?

New episodes are released weekly.

When is the How I Met Your Mother Season 6 finale?

The How I Met Your Mother Season 6 finale (Episode 24) aired Monday, May 16, 2011.

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