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The Best Episodes of Orange Is the New Black Season 6

Every episode of Orange Is the New Black Season 6 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Orange Is the New Black Season 6!

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A crime she committed in her youthful past sends Piper Chapman to a women's prison, where she trades her comfortable New York life for one of unexpected camaraderie and conflict in an eccentric group of

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 13 - Be Free
    8.7/10(2037 votes)

    S6:E13

    Piper gets surprising news and a boost from her friends. The jury returns with a verdict, and the big kickball game is on.

    Director:Nick Sandow
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 11 - Well This Took a Dark Turn
    8.0/10(1451 votes)

    S6:E11

    While Red and Carol scheme against Frieda, Suzanne watches Frieda's back. Lorna swears her allegiance to Barb as Nicky works to thwart another plot.

    Director:Laura Prepon
    Writer:Anthony Natoli

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  3. Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 12 - Double Trouble
    8.0/10(1444 votes)

    S6:E12

    Carol and Barb prepare for war. Linda auditions inmates for a prison PR video. Alex makes a deal with Badison to keep Piper out of trouble.

    Director:Clark Johnson
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 3 - Look Out for Number One
    7.7/10(1546 votes)

    S6:E3

    Linda makes a power play, Piper digs for information about Alex, and the women get their first taste of a decades-old feud between cellblocks.

    Director:Erin Feeley
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 4 - I'm the Talking Ass
    7.7/10(1500 votes)

    S6:E4

    Aleida struggles to find work on the outside. Backed into a corner, Nicky pleads her case to Red. Taystee reaches out to Caputo for help.

    Director:Phil Abraham
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 9 - Break the String
    7.7/10(1395 votes)

    S6:E9

    While Daddy buys time with Barb, Daya looks for new ways to bring in oxy. Black Cindy's guilt takes a toll on her body. Red acquires a powerful ally.

    Director:Nick Sandow
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 10 - Chocolate Chip Nookie
    7.7/10(1411 votes)

    S6:E10

    Aleida seizes a business opportunity. An anonymous tip sends Caputo on a stakeout. Luschek tries to help Gloria, who worries she's in danger.

    Director:Ludovic Littee
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 8 - Gordons
    7.6/10(1412 votes)

    S6:E8

    Taystee gets fan mail -- and an assist from an old friend. Piper lobbies Luschek to bring back kickball. Aleida tries out a new sales tactic.

    Director:Sian Heder
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 2 - Sh*tstorm Coming
    7.5/10(1593 votes)

    S6:E2

    Ordered to hand out harsh sentences, the feds search for scapegoats. Languishing on paid suspension, Caputo tries to break out of a rut.

    Director:Mark A. Burley
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 5 - Mischief Mischief
    7.5/10(1458 votes)

    S6:E5

    Pranksters wreak havoc on Halloween. Luschek earns points with the other guards. As Linda faces a crisis, Donuts and Pennsatucky have a change of plans.

    Director:Andrew McCarthy
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 7 - Changing Winds
    7.5/10(1404 votes)

    S6:E7

    Badison hustles to get back in Carol's good graces. Blanca longs to get pregnant -- and Nicky has a plan. Caputo and Figueroa's relationship evolves.

    Director:Andrew McCarthy
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 6 - State of the Uterus
    7.4/10(1438 votes)

    S6:E6

    While Daddy deals with backlash, Badison plots revenge. Flaca finds a co-host for her radio show. Lorna discovers that pregnancy has its perks.

    Director:Constantine Makris
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Orange Is the New Black Season 6 Episode 1 - Who Knows Better Than I
    7.2/10(1953 votes)

    S6:E1

    The COs at Litchfield's maximum security unit size up the new arrivals. Off her medication, Suzanne hallucinates.

    Director:Michael Trim
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 6 Ratings Summary

"Be Free" is the best rated episode of "Orange Is the New Black" season 6. It scored 8.7/10 based on 2037 votes. Directed by Nick Sandow and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/27/2018. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "Well This Took a Dark Turn".