The BEST episodes of Reign (2013) season 3

Every episode of Reign (2013) season 3, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Reign (2013) season 3!

Chronicles the rise to power of Mary Queen of Scots when she arrives in France as a 15-year-old, betrothed to Prince Francis, and with her three best friends as ladies-in-waiting. It details the secret history of survival at French Court amidst fierce foes, dark forces, and a world of sexual intrigue.

Last Updated: 3/14/2024Network: The CWStatus: Ended
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In A Clearing
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8.10
624 votes

#1 - In A Clearing

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/13/2015

Grateful for a future with a revived Francis, Mary considers signing away her claim to the English throne, and staying in France forever. Catherine learns that Nostradamus has returned -- with a new vision involving Francis' fate.

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Safe Passage
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8.04
707 votes

#2 - Safe Passage

Season 3 - Episode 15 - Aired 5/23/2016

Mary learns from Lola that she has a chance to get to Scotland safely, but she must act quietly and quickly. When Catherine is framed for murder, Mary must decide if she should stay to protect her, which would jeopardize her safe passage to Scotland.

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To The Death
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7.94
659 votes

#3 - To The Death

Season 3 - Episode 14 - Aired 5/16/2016

Mary realizes her need to return to Scotland is becoming increasingly imminent and that along with the help of Bash, she must raise her own army to save her throne. Elizabeth enlists Lola's help to find out information about her mother, which backfires when Lola gets caught.

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Spiders in a Jar
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7.92
694 votes

#4 - Spiders in a Jar

Season 3 - Episode 18 - Aired 6/20/2016

Mary makes a bold move to defend her reign in Scotland, which results in a battle royale with her cousin, Elizabeth. Lola is accused of a heinous crime and suffers the drastic consequences. Meanwhile, back in France, Catherine finds that Charles has returned a changed man after paying a price for his mother's relentless quest for power.

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Intruders
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7.91
695 votes

#5 - Intruders

Season 3 - Episode 17 - Aired 6/13/2016

Mary is presumed dead, so Elizabeth seeks her crown with assistance from Lola. Meanwhile, Mary's half brother tries to safeguard her throne from John Knox; and Mary and Bash wind up in the clutches of the intimidating clan leader who killed Francis.

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Strange Bedfellows
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7.86
678 votes

#6 - Strange Bedfellows

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 5/9/2016

Mary, in order to protect Elizabeth, unknowingly puts Gideon’s life in danger. To save him, Mary turns to another Englishman for help – Robert Dudley. Meanwhile, Bash is determined to track down the men behind the threats to Catherine

Directors: Norma Bailey
Writer: Shannon Goss
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The Hound and the Hare
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7.86
625 votes

#7 - The Hound and the Hare

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/4/2015

Mary unearths a dark secret being kept by a Spanish prince, so she seeks Catherine's counsel. Meanwhile, suspicion surrounds a new ambassador from English court; and Bash's quest to find a mysterious murderer takes him to Greer's tavern.

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No Way Out
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7.84
722 votes

#8 - No Way Out

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 5/2/2016

Mary must prioritize her life over her cousin's. Meanwhile, Lola and Elizabeth unexpectedly join forces; Catherine can't escape her past; and Mary and Gideon begin to see each other in a new light.

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Betrothed
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7.81
681 votes

#9 - Betrothed

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/16/2015

Catherine is imprisoned when she returns to France, and Elizabeth faces a political backlash for sheltering her. Meanwhile, the fate of Scotland's future forces Mary to make some tough choices; and Lola feels torn regarding Narcisse.

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The Price
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7.77
601 votes

#10 - The Price

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/6/2015

Mary's mother sends her a pressing message to inform her of Scotland's troubles, so Mary seeks help from Francis. Meanwhile, Narcisse becomes an obstacle in Catherine's endeavor to become the regent to Charles; and pressure mounts for Elizabeth to marry.

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Our Undoing
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7.76
610 votes

#11 - Our Undoing

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/8/2016

As Mary (Adelaide Kane) and Catherine (Megan Follows) deal with the aftermath of Prince Don Carlos' (guest star Mark Ghanime) accident, Mary realizes that she will have to marry for the good of her country and not follow her heart. When Catherine is accused of poisoning Francis (Toby Regbo), Lola (Anna Popplewell) is shocked when Mary thinks Narcisse (Craig Parker) framed Catherine in order to become Regent of France.

Directors: Lee Rose
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Extreme Measures
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7.75
651 votes

#12 - Extreme Measures

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/23/2015

King Antoine returns unexpectedly, so Mary helps Francis conceal his deteriorating health in order to save his family's future. As time runs out, they're forced to turn to an unlikely ally.

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Succession
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7.73
718 votes

#13 - Succession

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 4/25/2016

Charles' coronation nears, forcing Mary to find a suitor who will be her ally. Meanwhile, Lola discovers who's been poisoning Elizabeth; and the castle's serial killer has special plans for Catherine.

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Three Queens, Two Tigers
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7.71
731 votes

#14 - Three Queens, Two Tigers

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/9/2015

Mary faces struggles in Scotland as Elizabeth and Catherine unite against her. Meanwhile, Elizabeth loses focus because she grows tempted by her first love; and Francis' fate remains uncertain.

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Bruises That Lie
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7.71
663 votes

#15 - Bruises That Lie

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/22/2016

Mary's feelings for Gideon are hard to suppress, but she does her best as she seeks political allies. Meanwhile, Elizabeth and Greer face gut-wrenching scenarios; Claude is in danger on her wedding night; and a power struggle over the regency continues.

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Clans
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7.70
692 votes

#16 - Clans

Season 3 - Episode 16 - Aired 6/6/2016

When Mary arrives in Scotland, she is stunned by the treacherous world it has become and is forced her to keep her royal identity a secret until she learns who she can trust. When Elizabeth jeopardizes her standing with an unbearable new suitor, Lola steps in to help, which causes the Queen to question Lola’s ulterior motives.

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Fight or Flight
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7.67
647 votes

#17 - Fight or Flight

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/20/2015

Mary realizes she must help Catherine (Megan Follows) in her quest to become regent, even at the risk of hurting the alliance with Scotland. Claude is determined to help Leith marry while Elizabeth struggles with the prospect of losing Dudley.

Directors: Charles Binamé
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Wedlock
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7.60
631 votes

#18 - Wedlock

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/15/2016

Claude is forced to marry someone selected by Narcisse. Meanwhile, a surprising discovery is made by Elizabeth, and it could alter her reign; and Mary asks Gideon to help her confirm her suspicions about Prince Don Carlos.

Directors: Norma Bailey
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