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Season 6 of How I Met Your Mother aired from September 20, 2010 to May 16, 2011 on CBS and contained 24 episodes from Big Days to Challenge Accepted

Synopsis[]

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Ted runs into Cindy at the bar with a girl. He wonders if the girl might be the roommate he was fascinated by but never saw. Cindy reveals she is actually gay and dating Ted helped her discover that. Cindy makes her move on the girl and Future Ted reveals the two women got married and adopted a child. A series of scenes taking place in the future reveal Ted to be the best man at a wedding, and that he will meet his future wife there. While packing up their mother's house, James and Barney find an unsent letter to Sam Gibbs, which leads to their discovery that Sam Gibbs, a pastor, is James' father. Loretta Stinson offers the identity of Barney's father on a sheet of paper, but Barney tears it up after realizing Loretta's efforts as a single mother. Robin struggles to move on from Don, leaving several threatening drunk voicemails for him. After several failed attempts at deleting his number, she finally does and eventually forgets the number all together, declaring she's finished with their relationship. Robin's new co-anchor, Becky, acts like a little girl and charms all the men around her, including Ted. Robin is confused as to why Becky would be appealing to anyone, and Ted remarks that Becky makes him feel needed. He upsets Robin when he says she never made him feel that way. Robin then asks Barney if he ever felt needed by her and he also says no, but explains that's what he loves about her. Ted rejects Goliath National Bank's second offer to work with them, but eventually accepts. The GNB Headquarters is to be built over an historic hotel, The Arcadian. Plans to destroy the building get the attention of social activist Zoey Pierson (Jennifer Morrison), who rallies for the preservation of New York's history. Ted is torn between understanding Zoey's point and wanting to achieve his dream of building a skyscraper. Ted is later shocked to find out Zoey is married to an extremely rich man who is friends with Barney and Marshall's boss. Zoey threatens to blackmail Ted if he reveals her wealthy status but both agree on a truce. Barney and Robin get into trouble at a museum for touching as many displays as they can. When reprimanded by a security guard, Barney asks him to check the archives for evidence he once destroyed a whale skeleton at the museum as a child. The archived incident reveals the man Barney had always thought was his uncle had signed a form listing him as Barney's father. Barney and Robin are stunned and he asks her not to tell the rest of the group. Future Ted reveals Marshall ends up leaving GNB in the near future.

Ted calls his old school friend Punchy, which causes Punchy to impulsively show up in New York. He reveals he's engaged and asks Ted to be his best man. Seemingly, this is the wedding shown at the beginning of season six, where Ted must give his speech. Robin is initially skeptical that Ted knows how to be a good best man but Ted impresses her. She says if she ever gets married, she wants Ted to be her best man, too. The gang are forced to have Thanksgiving at Zoey's house and it is revealed she has a troubled relationship with her stepdaughter, and is spending Thanksgiving alone. Ted begins to realize he has feelings for Zoey. Meanwhile, Robin gets a new job at World Wide News, reunited with her former annoying co-host, Sandy Rivers.

Marshall and Lily struggle to conceive and Barney accidentally reveals that his doppelganger has not actually been found yet. Lily is scared that the false promise is bad luck. Marshall and Lily are stunned when the fertility doctor they visit is actually Barney's doppelganger. Marshall must provide a sample for further testing but his parents plan a surprise visit. Marshall eventually reveals to them that he is scared he can't give them a grandchild but they tell him not to worry. Marshall and Lily both find nothing is wrong fertility wise and Marshall initially starts to celebrate at the bar. He meets Lily outside who tearfully informs him that his father has died of a heart attack. The gang tries to support Marshall, but he is upset that his dad's final words to him were not meaningful. Eventually, he discovers a voicemail where his father tells him he loves him. The gang all call their parents to check in. Barney tells his mother he is ready to meet his real father.

Ted reveals he is in love with Zoey, but since Zoey is married, he cannot be friends with her. Zoey is also in love with Ted, and is getting a divorce. Since both don't know how the other person feels, Marshall tells each of them about their feelings, and Ted about Zoey's divorce, and they kiss.

Barney meets one of Robin's work friends, Nora (Nazanin Boniadi) and is instantly taken by her. He tries to deny his crush but cannot hide it. He is initially unsure he can commit to her and when they begin dating, Nora tells him she wants marriage and kids. Barney initially says he wants the same but later reveals he was lying. After Nora breaks up with him, he shows up at the cafe she's at with her parents. He watches her from the door and envisions apologising to her then meeting her parents. In reality, he turns and walks away. Barney is reunited with his dad, Jerome (John Lithgow). Barney is uncomfortable with Jerome's new suburban dad life, favoring the "old" Jerome who led a rock 'n' roll party lifestyle. Barney initially declares he will not to see his dad again but when Marshall notes that he is the one who will never see his dad again, Barney accepts an offer to have dinner with Jerome and his family. The dinner goes awry when Barney discovers Jerome's young son JJ is named after Jerome. Barney storms outside and tries to take JJ's basketball hoop down, asking Jerome why he couldn't have been a father to him. Jerome has no answers but vows to do anything to make up for leaving. Barney takes the hoop and gives it to Ted for his future family home.

Marshall becomes increasingly depressed working for GNB, and wants to return to his original dream of being an environmental lawyer. Lily supports him even though they are unsure how they will cope financially. Ted finds Zoey increasingly controlling and unsupportive of him. Marshall and Ted support the preservation of The Arcadian, which creates tension with Barney. During a hearing to decide the fate of the building, Ted testifies against Zoey's cause and they break up. The Arcadian is demolished and Ted's dream building begins construction.

In the season finale, Lily finds out she is pregnant. Ted runs into Zoey and wants to get back together, but Robin and Barney convince him that backsliding is a bad idea, while also secretly talking about themselves. Robin clarifies with Barney that they really did love each other when they were dating. They both later run into Nora and Barney apologises to her. Nora implies he may have another chance and he agrees to call her. Robin, standing behind them, initially watches happily but her smile begins to fade when she realizes Barney is serious about Nora.

The final scene of the season is at the future wedding, which is revealed to be Barney's. Who is he marrying?

Cast[]

Main Cast

In order of character appearances

Recurring Cast

In order of character appearances

Episode List: 2010 - 2011[]

Image Title Writer(s) Director(s) Airdate #
BigDays1 Big Days
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Pamela Fryman
September 20, 2010
6x01
When Ted and Barney argue about who has "dibs" on a hot girl, Ted realizes that she is there with Cindy, a girl he dated whose roommate is his future wife. Meanwhile, Robin is heartbroken over Don, and Marshall can't keep quiet about his desire to start a family.
CleaningHouse21 Cleaning House
Stephen Lloyd
Pamela Fryman
September 27, 2010
6x02
Barney convinces the gang to help him and his brother James pack their mother's house to move. Barney reexamines his childhood and clues are found to his and James's paternity. Ted is upset that Robin 'oversells' him to a blind date.
Unfinished - ted with plane Unfinished
Jamie Rhonheimer
Pamela Fryman
October 4, 2010
6x03
Barney attempts to use his womanizing tactics on Ted after he turns down the chance to finish the new GNB headquarters. Robin still has unfinished business with Don.
Subwaywars1 Subway Wars
Chris Harris
Pamela Fryman
October 11, 2010
6x04
When the gang teases Robin about not being a "real" New Yorker, she sets out to prove them all wrong. The gang all race to catch a glimpse of Woody Allen.
Architect of destruction - wizard billboard Architect of Destruction
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Pamela Fryman
October 18, 2010
6x05
Ted reconsiders being head architect of the new GNB building when he meets a girl who wants to save the old building being torn down to make room for it. Marshall is uncomfortable while hearing the way Robin and Lily share intimate details about their men.
Baby talk - baby view Baby Talk
Joe Kelly
Pamela Fryman
October 25, 2010
6x06
Marshall and Lily worry a lot about baby names and genders. Robin can't stand her new co-host and Ted makes things worse when he dates her. Barney accepts another challenge.
CanningRandy Canning Randy
Chuck Tatham
Pamela Fryman
November 1, 2010
6x07
Zoey causes trouble by enrolling in Ted’s class. Marshall has to fire his first employee. Lily tries to find out who Robin slept with.
NaturalHistoryPromo1 Natural History
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Pamela Fryman
November 8, 2010
6x08
The gang attends a black tie fundraiser at the Natural History Museum and Ted sees a whole different side of Zoey when she introduces him to her husband. Barney and Robin dare each other to break the museum law: touch all of the exhibits.
Glitter - alan thickes wood Glitter
Kourtney Kang
Pamela Fryman
November 15, 2010
6x09
The gang learns more about Robin Sparkles. Lily worries about her and Robin's relationship with the upcoming pregnancy. Ted's high school friend, Punchy, comes to town.
Blitzgiving - barney blitzed Blitzgiving
Theresa Mulligan Rosenthal
Pamela Fryman
November 22, 2010
6x10
The "Curse of the Blitz" is passed on after the gang spends a wild evening with bad-luck pal, The Blitz. As a result, they end up spending Thanksgiving with Zoey.
Himym 120310 640x480 The Mermaid Theory
Robia Rashid
Pamela Fryman
December 6, 2010
6x11
Ted gets closer to Zoey and The Captain. Barney and Lily get in a fight, but Future Ted keeps forgetting what happened. Marshall and Robin spend time together.
FalsePositivePromo1 False Positive
Craig Gerard
Matthew Zinman
Pamela Fryman
December 13, 2010
6x12
Marshall and Lily's false positive has a profound effect on the whole gang. Robin gets a new job, Barney discovers the joy of giving and Ted begins his duties as best man for his friend Punchy's wedding.
341500 Bad News
Jennifer Hendriks
Pamela Fryman
January 3, 2011
6x13
Worried they aren't pregnant yet, Marshall and Lily see a specialist. An old colleague causes trouble for Robin at her new job.
LastWordsPromo1 Last Words
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Pamela Fryman
January 17, 2011
6x14
The gang console Marshall as he returns to Minnesota upon learning of his father's death, and reflect on what it would be like if their fathers died.
Oh Honey 3 Oh Honey
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Pamela Fryman
February 7, 2011
6x15
With Marshall stuck in Minnesota, the gang tell him about their time with Honey, Zoey's beautiful, naïve cousin, and about the new development in Ted and Zoey's friendship.
DesperationDay1 Desperation Day
Tami Sagher
Pamela Fryman
February 14, 2011
6x16
With Valentine's day approaching, Lily visits Marshall in Minnesota. Ted, nervous about his first Valentine's Day with Zoey, leaves for Minnesota too. A single Robin protests the holiday with her co-workers, while Barney tries to take advantage of dateless women.
Garbage Island Garbage Island
Tom Ruprecht
Michael Shea
February 21, 2011
6x17
Marshall becomes obsessed with saving the environment, Ted runs into The Captain, and Robin tries to prove Barney has feelings for Nora.
AChangeofHeart A Change of Heart
Matt Kuhn
Pamela Fryman
February 28, 2011
6x18
Barney gets confused feelings when Nora reveals she wants to settle down and marry. The gang mock Robin's new boyfriend, Scooby, who acts like a dog.
LegendaddyPromo1 Legendaddy
Dan Gregor and Doug Mand
Pamela Fryman
March 21, 2011
6x19
When Barney finally meets his father, he's surprised to learn how his life turned out. The gang points out each other's "gaps", things they should know by adulthood but never learned.
Tems4 The Exploding Meatball Sub
Stephen Lloyd
Pamela Fryman
April 11, 2011
6x20
Marshall's change of career upsets both Lily and Barney. Zoey's steps to stop Ted's GNB headquarters project causes problems between them.
Hopeless Hopeless
Chris Harris
Pamela Fryman
April 18, 2011
6x21
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.
Cocktail The Perfect Cocktail
Joe Kelly
Pamela Fryman
May 2, 2011
6x22
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.
LandmarksPromo1 Landmarks
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Pamela Fryman
May 9, 2011
6x23
When Ted is faced with an important decision that might affect his future with Zoey, the gang expresses their true feelings about her.
ChallengeAcceptedPromo1 Challenge Accepted
Carter Bays
Craig Thomas
Pamela Fryman
May 16, 2011
6x24
Robin and Barney bond when they stop Ted from getting back together with an ex (until they run into Nora), and Marshall and Lily watch a ticking clock as he fears that he soon will be the victim of food poisoning.


Notes and Trivia[]

  • This is the first season to begin and end with scenes in what would later be known to be Barney and Robin's wedding weekend although only the groom's identity would be revealed at the end of the season.

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