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The Best Episodes of Nashville Season 6

Every episode of Nashville Season 6 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Nashville Season 6!

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Rayna Jaymes and Juliette Barnes face personal and professional challenges as they navigate their paths as artists and individuals. Surrounding them, and often complicating their lives, are their family, friends and, in some cases, lovers,

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Nashville Season 6 Episode 1 - New Strings
    7.4/10(153 votes)

    #1 - New Strings

    S6:E1

    After a public meltdown, Juliette seeks to change her life from an unlikely source. Scarlett and Maddie take a trip. Maddie meets Jonah Ford, a famous pop star. Scarlett struggles to find herself. Will coaches Gunnar. Deacon deals with loneliness.

    Director:Timothy Busfield
    Writer:Scott Saccoccio

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  2. Nashville Season 6 Episode 2 - Second Chances
    7.5/10(138 votes)

    #2 - Second Chances

    S6:E2

    Deacon goes on a date with a familiar face. Juliette dives into a self-help movement. Will and Gunnar invite Avery to perform with them. Scarlett is reminded how her career as had a positive influence on fans. Daphne reaches out to Jake.

    Director:Mike Binder
    Writer:Jesse Zwick

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  3. Nashville Season 6 Episode 3 - Jump Then Fall
    7.4/10(141 votes)

    #3 - Jump Then Fall

    S6:E3

    Daphne struggles with the idea of Deacon dating. Juliette introduces Avery to Darius. Maddie and Jonah record a song, but Maddie finds Jonah’s life a little too public. Will learns news about Zach and find ways to enhance his appearance.

    Director:Allan Arkush
    Writer:Savannah Dooley

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  4. Nashville Season 6 Episode 4 - That's My Story
    7.4/10(132 votes)

    #4 - That's My Story

    S6:E4

    Darius helps Juliette unlock a dark truth about her past; Daphne and Jake bond over each other's dislike of their parents dating; Scarlett volunteers at an equine therapy ranch; Gunnar, Will and Avery struggle to find their sound.

    Director:Lily Mariye
    Writer:Geoffrey Nauffts

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  5. Nashville Season 6 Episode 5 - Where the Night Goes
    7.6/10(133 votes)

    #5 - Where the Night Goes

    S6:E5

    Deacon and Jessie's relationship deepens. Darius invites Juliette to get more involved with the movement while Avery voices his opinion. Gunnar, Will and Avery search for a female voice for the band. Jonah's ex releases a song about Maddie.

    Director:Devon Gummersall
    Writer:Liberty Godshall

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  6. Nashville Season 6 Episode 6 - Beneath Still Waters
    7.7/10(131 votes)

    #6 - Beneath Still Waters

    S6:E6

    Daphne struggles to accept Deacon and Jessie's relationship; the new addition to the boys' band becomes a hit; Gunnar falls back into old habits; Scarlett takes an interest in a veteran undergoing equine therapy.

    Director:Dan Lerner
    Writer:Troy Putney

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  7. Nashville Season 6 Episode 7 - Can't Help but Wonder Where I'm Bound
    7.4/10(131 votes)

    #7 - Can't Help but Wonder Where I'm Bound

    S6:E7

    Daphne and Jake perform at school. Deacon and Jessie run into Brad. Alannah’s stage presence grows, creating a division in the band. Gunnar questions his relationship with Alannah. Maddie joins Jonah in Miami, bonds with Twig. Avery visits Juliette.

    Director:Allan Arkush
    Writer:Tim Olshefski

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  8. Nashville Season 6 Episode 8 - Sometimes You Just Can't Win
    7.8/10(132 votes)

    #8 - Sometimes You Just Can't Win

    S6:E8

    Daphne seeks to establish her career and auditions for a country music singing competition. Scarlett invites Sean to see live music. Avery makes a decision. The band gets invited to perform on late night TV. Will’s choice catches up with him.

    Director:Michael Lohmann
    Writer:Scott Saccoccio

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  9. Nashville Season 6 Episode 9 - Pick Yourself Up
    7.1/10(133 votes)

    #9 - Pick Yourself Up

    S6:E9

    After his collapse while performing at the late night show, Will recovers in the hospital and frets about his future. Brad gets a restraining order against Deacon, fueling conflict between Deacon and Jessie. The media get wind of Juliette’s extended stay in South America and begin harassing Avery about it. Maddie gets caught up in the fast lane lifestyle of Jonah Ford.

    Director:Jesse Zwick
    Writer:Jesse Zwick

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  10. Nashville Season 6 Episode 10 - Two Sparrows In A Hurricane
    7.4/10(128 votes)

    #10 - Two Sparrows In A Hurricane

    S6:E10

    As Brad's country music singing competition begins, he and a singing coach instantly recognize Daphne as a star in the making. Meanwhile, Avery's relationship with Alannah deepens.

    Director:Ellen S. Pressman
    Writer:Michael Weintraub

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  11. Nashville Season 6 Episode 11 - No Place That Far
    7.4/10(132 votes)

    #11 - No Place That Far

    S6:E11

    Juliette discovers that Darius Enright’s Movement is not the happy utopia that it seemed to be. She demands to leave, but they won’t let her. The tension in the group too much to bear.

    Director:Dawn Wilkinson
    Writer:Savannah Dooley

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  12. Nashville Season 6 Episode 12 - The House That Built Me
    7.4/10(126 votes)

    #12 - The House That Built Me

    S6:E12

    A visitor from the past comes into Deacon's life -- his father, a very unpleasant surprise. With Alannah out of the picture, the band flounders and the guys have to consider whether it's worth continuing.

    Director:Timothy Busfield
    Writer:Geoffrey Nauffts

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  13. Nashville Season 6 Episode 13 - Strong Enough to Bend
    7.6/10(121 votes)

    #13 - Strong Enough to Bend

    S6:E13

    Scarlett tries to help Sean, but he doubts her motives. Deacon deals with forgiveness and a new family dynamic. Feeling out of depth on Nashville's Next, Daphne finds help in judge De Witt.

    Director:Dan Lerner
    Writer:Troy Putney

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  14. Nashville Season 6 Episode 14 - For the Sake of the Song
    7.6/10(121 votes)

    #14 - For the Sake of the Song

    S6:E14

    Deacon and the girls grow worried when Gideon starts leaving the house. Juliette confronts Darius. Twig tries to keep Jonah's secret from Maddie. Brad's behavior is not limited to Alannah.

    Director:Michael Lohmann
    Writer:Scott Saccoccio

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  15. Nashville Season 6 Episode 15 - I Don't Want to Lose You Yet
    7.6/10(131 votes)

    #15 - I Don't Want to Lose You Yet

    S6:E15

    A medical scare gets Avery and Juliette talking. Scarlett and Sean organize a ranch benefit. Gunnar gets inspired. Avery questions a relationship. Maddie tests Twig. Deacon learns a secret.

    Director:Allan Arkush
    Writer:Liberty Godshall

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  16. Nashville Season 6 Episode 16 - Beyond the Sunset
    8.9/10(262 votes)

    #16 - Beyond the Sunset

    S6:E16

    Deacon gets a chance to fulfill a lifelong dream. Juliette makes a crucial decision. Daphne preps for the final round. Alannah confronts Brad. Avery, Gunnar, and Will discuss their future.

    Director:Callie Khouri
    Writer:Jesse Zwick

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Season 6 Ratings Summary

"New Strings" is the best rated episode of "Nashville" season 6. It scored 7.4/10 based on 153 votes. Directed by Timothy Busfield and written by Scott Saccoccio, it aired on 1/4/2018. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Second Chances".