The BEST episodes of Elementary season 3

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

Following his fall from grace in London and a stint in rehab, eccentric Sherlock escapes to Manhattan where his wealthy father forces him to live with his worst nightmare – a sober companion, Dr. Watson. A successful surgeon until she lost a patient and her license three years ago, Watson views her current job as another opportunity to help people, as well as paying a penance. Holmes resumes his work as a police consultant in New York City and Watson has no choice but to accompany her irascible new charge on his jobs. But Sherlock finds her medical background helpful, and Watson realizes she has a knack for playing investigator. With the mischievous Sherlock Holmes now running free in New York solving crimes, it’s simple deduction that he’s going to need someone to keep him grounded, and it’s elementary that it’s a job for Watson.

Last Updated: 11/8/2024Network: CBSStatus: Ended
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The One That Got Away (2)
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7.94
2476 votes

#1 - The One That Got Away (2)

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/29/2015

As Kitty begins to unravel due to the imminent threat to her safety, Sherlock and Joan intensify their efforts to help her. Also, the origin of Sherlock and Kitty’s relationship is revealed.

Directors: Seith Mann
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The Illustrious Client (1)
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7.74
2465 votes

#2 - The Illustrious Client (1)

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 1/22/2015

Watson begins her new job as an in-house investigator for an insurance firm. However, her attention shifts to a case that is personal for both her and Holmes when they join forces to eliminate an imminent threat to Kitty.

Directors: Guy Ferland
Writer: Jason Tracey
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Just a Regular Irregular
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7.69
3111 votes

#3 - Just a Regular Irregular

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 11/13/2014

Sherlock helps a math genius from his network of 'Irregulars' experts after he stumbles upon a body while participating in a math puzzle competition. Joan attempts to extend an olive branch after she learns about Kitty’s past.

Directors: Jerry Levine
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Terra Pericolosa
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7.69
2823 votes

#4 - Terra Pericolosa

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 12/4/2014

Holmes and Watson search for a thief who committed murder to steal a rare map. Meanwhile, Watson becomes concerned with Sherlock’s escalating interference into Kitty’s burgeoning personal life.

Directors: Aaron Lipstadt
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A Controlled Descent
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7.69
2374 votes

#5 - A Controlled Descent

Season 3 - Episode 24 - Aired 5/14/2015

Holmes and Watson take on an investigation of a personal nature when Holmes’ recovery sponsor, Alfredo, suddenly disappears. As they delve into Alfredo’s life for clues, Holmes questions whether their friend has been abducted, or worse, if he suffered a relapse into addiction.

Directors: John Polson
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The Five Orange Pipz
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7.68
3010 votes

#6 - The Five Orange Pipz

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 11/6/2014

When Sherlock and Joan join forces on a double homicide, Sherlock’s new apprentice threatens the investigation when she allows her jealousy of Sherlock and Joan's work rapport to override her better judgment.

Directors: Larry Teng
Writer: Bob Goodman
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The Adventure of the Nutmeg Concoction
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7.67
2826 votes

#7 - The Adventure of the Nutmeg Concoction

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 12/11/2014

A bored Sherlock forces his investigative services onto Joan, who is trying to locate a woman who has been missing for five years, and the only clue is the smell of nutmeg at the site of her disappearance. Meanwhile, Joan’s bond with her long-distance boyfriend, Andrew, is tested when a man from her past reappears and asks for her help.

Directors: Christine Moore
Writer: Peter Ocko
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Seed Money
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7.66
2330 votes

#8 - Seed Money

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/15/2015

While Kitty tries to find a runaway teen, Sherlock and Joan work a case in which the murder of a brilliant bioengineer looks to be at the hands of a drug cartel. Also, Joan makes a major life decision but worries it will impact Sherlock negatively, not knowing that Sherlock has big news of his own.

Directors: John Polson
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Bella
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7.65
3058 votes

#9 - Bella

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 11/20/2014

Sherlock takes on the case of a stolen artificial intelligence software program, but seeks out Joan when he'd rather disprove the computer's abilities than find the thief. Joan meets Sherlock head-on when she finds out he's met with Andrew without telling her.

Directors: Guy Ferland
Writer: Craig Sweeny
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Rip Off
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7.64
2809 votes

#10 - Rip Off

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/27/2014

Holmes and Kitty investigate the murder of a postal store owner whose death is connected to the illegal diamond trade. Meanwhile, Gregson's career is placed in jeopardy when he hits a fellow NYPD officer.

Directors: John Polson
Writer: Jason Tracey
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Absconded
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7.63
2227 votes

#11 - Absconded

Season 3 - Episode 23 - Aired 5/7/2015

Holmes and Watson look into the death of a member of Holmes’ online beekeeping community who was a researcher looking into a deadly Northeast honey bee outbreak. During the investigation, they meet Tara Parker, a brilliant entomologist, academic and the leader of New York’s beekeeping society. Also, Captain Gregson enlists Watson’s services in an off-book investigation that helps him make a life-changing decision.

Directors: Guy Ferland
Writer: Jason Tracey
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The Female of the Species
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7.63
2411 votes

#12 - The Female of the Species

Season 3 - Episode 14 - Aired 2/12/2015

An unexpected event brings Watson into contact again with Elana March, the crime boss she brought to justice. Also, with Watson distracted, Holmes partners with Detective Bell to investigate a theft at a local zoo.

Directors: Lucy Liu
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Under My Skin
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7.63
2485 votes

#13 - Under My Skin

Season 3 - Episode 21 - Aired 4/23/2015

When two New York City paramedics are killed during a kidnapping, Holmes and Watson join the manhunt to find the murderer and the woman he abducted. Also, Holmes learns important information about his recovery sponsor, Alfredo, that strains their relationship.

Directors: Aaron Lipstadt
Watch Now:Apple TV
Enough Nemesis to Go Around
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7.62
3210 votes

#14 - Enough Nemesis to Go Around

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/30/2014

Sherlock returns to New York with a new apprentice and a renewed interest in working with the NYPD after being fired by London’s MI6. However, Gregson won’t let him resume consulting for the department without permission from his former partner, Joan, the NYPD’s new go-to private investigator.

Directors: John Polson
Writer: Rob Doherty
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End of Watch
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7.62
2677 votes

#15 - End of Watch

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 12/18/2014

Holmes and Watson join forces with the NYPD after a police officer is murdered. Also, Sherlock searches for the creator of a “recovery blog” who is posting personal statements he has made in sobriety meetings.

Directors: Ron Fortunato
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For All You Know
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7.61
2512 votes

#16 - For All You Know

Season 3 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/5/2015

When Holmes is implicated in the murder of a woman who was killed during the height of his addiction, he investigates himself to find their connection. As Holmes retraces his steps with Watson’s help, the clues make his confidence in his own character waver.

Directors: Guy Ferland
Writer: Peter Ocko
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Hemlock
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7.60
2387 votes

#17 - Hemlock

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/5/2015

When a debt collector is murdered, Holmes and Watson try to narrow down the suspect pool from thousands of consumers who owed the victim money. Meanwhile, Watson’s relationship with Andrew progresses when he asks her to meet his father for the first time.

Directors: Christine Moore
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The Best Way Out Is Always Through
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7.59
2343 votes

#18 - The Best Way Out Is Always Through

Season 3 - Episode 22 - Aired 4/30/2015

When a judge is murdered, Holmes and Watson become involved in the interstate search to find the prime suspect, an escaped convict from a privatized prison. Also, when Holmes applies his deductive reasoning to Detective Bell’s new relationship, the romance hits a rough patch.

Directors: Michael Slovis
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A Stitch in Time
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7.59
2483 votes

#19 - A Stitch in Time

Season 3 - Episode 20 - Aired 4/16/2015

Holmes and Watson investigate the murder of a professional skeptic, a man who debunked paranormal, religious and scientific phenomena for a living. The case becomes urgent when his homicide reveals a potential threat to homeland security. Also, Captain Gregson’s daughter and fellow NYPD officer, Hannah, asks Watson for help with one of her cases.

Directors: Ron Fortunato
Writer: Peter Ocko
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One Watson, One Holmes
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7.55
2545 votes

#20 - One Watson, One Holmes

Season 3 - Episode 19 - Aired 4/9/2015

Holmes and Watson find themselves in the middle of a civil war being fought on the Internet when a member of Everyone, the anonymous hacker group they periodically work with, is murdered.

Directors: John Polson
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The View From Olympus
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7.55
2624 votes

#21 - The View From Olympus

Season 3 - Episode 18 - Aired 4/2/2015

When a driver for a ridesharing company is intentionally run over by a city cab, Holmes and Watson wonder if it’s a case of professional jealousy. A casual romance Holmes has with one of his longtime “Irregular” consultants becomes complicated when the woman makes a shocking request.

Directors: Seith Mann
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When Your Number's Up
star
7.51
2461 votes

#22 - When Your Number's Up

Season 3 - Episode 15 - Aired 2/19/2015

Holmes and Watson follow a blood trail into the world of wrongful death compensation when they investigate a series of murders in which the killer leaves envelopes of cash on the victims. Also, Holmes makes a generous gesture towards Watson as she suffers through the aftermath of a personal crisis.

Directors: Jerry Levine
Writer: Bob Goodman
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The Eternity Injection
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7.50
2322 votes

#23 - The Eternity Injection

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/8/2015

When Watson joins forces with Holmes and Kitty to locate a missing nurse she used to work with, the woman’s trail leads them to another person who has recently disappeared.

Directors: Larry Teng
Writer: Craig Sweeny
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T-Bone and the Iceman
star
7.44
2538 votes

#24 - T-Bone and the Iceman

Season 3 - Episode 17 - Aired 3/12/2015

Holmes and Watson investigate a murder that initially looks like a road rage incident, but takes a new direction when they learn the victim was flash-frozen at the time of death. Also, when Watson’s mother finds out Joan’s brother is cheating on his wife, she puts Joan in the awkward position of confronting him about the affair.

Directors: Michael Slovis
Writer: Jason Tracey
Watch Now:Apple TV