The BEST episodes of Dallas (2012) season 3

Every episode of Dallas (2012) season 3, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Dallas (2012) season 3!

The next generation of the Ewing family - cousins John Ross Ewing and Christopher Ewing - clash over the family's oil business and vast fortune. Roll on drama, sabotage, secrets and betrayal. Everyone is back and then some!

Last Updated: 12/20/2024Network: TNT (US)Status: Ended
Where There's Smoke
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8.67
153 votes

#1 - Where There's Smoke

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 4/14/2014

Pamela's discovery that John Ross has been sleeping with Emma ignites a firestorm at Southfork threatening not only their relationship, but Bobby and Ann's. Christopher and Heather must deal with a drastic action taken by Bo; Elena and Nicolas' relationship is tested as Drew's arrival in Dallas continues to threaten their plans; and Emma takes a page out of her grandmother's playbook that ends in disaster.

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Denial, Anger, Acceptance
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8.15
126 votes

#2 - Denial, Anger, Acceptance

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/18/2014

The mid-season premiere finds the Ewing family searching for answers as to who set the fire at Southfork Ranch and who will survive. While John Ross and Emma struggle with their role in Pamela's overdose, relationships among the family are forever changed.

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Like Father, Like Son
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8.09
148 votes

#3 - Like Father, Like Son

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 3/31/2014

On the heels of Bobby's appointment as Railroad Commissioner, John Ross scrambles to find the funds to keep the Arctic lease deal alive, even if it means betraying those who love him most. Sensing an opportunity, Elena and Nicolas get Pamela and John Ross out of the office to divide and conquer. Meanwhile, things get complicated for Christopher and Heather and Ryland's plot to keep Emma and John Ross apart takes an unexpected turn.

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Brave New World
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8.06
96 votes

#4 - Brave New World

Season 3 - Episode 15 - Aired 9/22/2014

A cartel faces consequences, as some lives are saved and others are lost, in the Season 3 finale. Also: Bobby and Sue Ellen forge a newfound alliance; Elena grapples with a deep betrayal; and John Ross discovers a shocking secret about J.R.

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Lifting the Veil
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8.01
179 votes

#5 - Lifting the Veil

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 3/17/2014

It's wedding day at Southfork and Afton, Ray and Lucy return for the occasion. The only one missing is the groom, John Ross, who's skipped out to strike a deal with a family adversary. Meanwhile, Christopher returns from Mexico to witness Nicolas and Elena's relationship deepening, and to his surprise finds a new burgeoning romantic connection. As Pamela wonders what's keeping John Ross from the nuptials, Sue Ellen fears it's Emma and contemplates stopping the wedding.

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Trust Me
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7.88
179 votes

#6 - Trust Me

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/3/2014

On the heels of Nicolas' arrival, John Ross goes to great lengths to keep his plans for Ewing Global moving forward, locking horns with Bobby in the process. Meanwhile, Sue Ellen's suspicions of John Ross' infidelity threaten to derail her alliance with her son. Harris Ryland's surprise return creates concern, and Emma enlists the help of her grandmother. Bobby and Ann's investigation into Ryland's release from jail leads to a shocking.

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The Return
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7.78
245 votes

#7 - The Return

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 2/24/2014

Having vanquished Cliff Barnes and taken over his company, the Ewings are united, with Sue Ellen planning a wedding for John Ross and Pamela. But solidarity among them can only last for so long. John Ross quickly gets into conflict with Bobby over their joint ownership of Southfork Ranch, while also putting his marriage at risk as he enters into an illicit liaison with Emma. Meanwhile, Christopher’s relationship with Elena seems irreparable as Elena returns to Dallas with her own secret agenda for justice. As the betrayals mount, the arrival of a mysterious stranger puts everyone’s plans at risk.

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D.T.R.
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7.72
177 votes

#8 - D.T.R.

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 3/24/2014

The honeymoon is over for John Ross, as Bobby and Sue Ellen try to use the Governor to stop John Ross from becoming just like his father, J.R.... a move that could divide the family forever. Meanwhile, Christopher discovers surprising details about Heather's past; Cliff persuades Elena to try a new tact in her quest for justice; and Judith, Ryland and Ann try, with varying degrees of success, to get Emma under control.

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Playing Chicken
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7.71
207 votes

#9 - Playing Chicken

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 3/10/2014

The race to secure capital for the impending Arctic Lease auction has Bobby scrambling to outmaneuver John Ross' efforts to frack on Southfork. While Nicolas and Elena's partnership heats up, Christopher makes a startling discovery about Nicolas' past, and Emma's games put John Ross and Pamela's upcoming wedding in jeopardy.

Directors: Jesse Bochco
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Like a Bad Penny
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7.49
178 votes

#10 - Like a Bad Penny

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 4/7/2014

As Bobby and Ann work to get Sue Ellen released, John Ross pushes ahead on his plans for control of Ewing Global, enlisting the help of one of J.R.'s last business partners. Meanwhile, secrets come to light as Emma discovers the lengths her father and grandmother have gone to control her, Elena decides what to do with a secret she's discovered and her brother, Drew, returns to Dallas, which leads to a surprising showdown.

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Hurt
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7.16
149 votes

#11 - Hurt

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 9/1/2014

In a thrilling showdown, Elena finally confronts the Ewings for what J.R. did to her father and for framing Cliff. Sue Ellen, Pamela and Ann are shocked over the truths Elena exposes, realigning relationships and forcing Bobby to re-examine the steps he took to implement J.R.'s master plan. Meanwhile, Nicolas' plan to steal Ewing Global for the Cartel moves forward, setting the stage for a new battle.

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Victims of Love
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6.99
150 votes

#12 - Victims of Love

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/8/2014

As Ewing Global goes public, twists and turns abound while everyone scrambles to claim ownership. Pamela struggles with what to do now that she knows Cliff didn't really kill J.R., and Bobby seeks the aide of an old flame Tracey McKay (guest star Melinda Clarke) to help get back control of the company. Meanwhile, Judith and Ryland work to fix their own problems with the cartel, which ends up putting lives in the balance and aligning the Rylands and Ewings in a way no one ever expected.

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Endgame
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6.93
145 votes

#13 - Endgame

Season 3 - Episode 14 - Aired 9/22/2014

Christopher scrambles to find Elena. Meanwhile, a cartel double-crosses Bobby; John Ross risks all to attempt a rescue; and Nicolas tries to prove himself by leveraging a deal with authorities, ultimately putting lives in jeopardy.

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Boxed In
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6.62
116 votes

#14 - Boxed In

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 9/15/2014

In the wake of a devastating family kidnapping, Bobby puts everything on the line to save lives. John Ross and Pamela form a truce of sorts. Elena, who's been in hiding with Nicolas, finally learns the truth about his connections to the cartel, which sends her spiraling. Christopher desperately searches for Elena, fearing for her safety. And Bobby is forced to make a choice he never anticipated.

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Dead Reckoning
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6.34
149 votes

#15 - Dead Reckoning

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/25/2014

The dark cloud over Southfork continues to grow with the news of a family death. Meanwhile, Christopher and Heather's relationship is put to the test as John Ross tries to redeem himself with Pamela, who begins to face the real reasons behind her overdose. Elsewhere, Elena makes a drastic move to get justice for her family, putting John Ross directly in her crosshairs.

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