The BEST episodes of Mad Men season 3

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

In 1960s New York, alpha male Don Draper struggles to stay on top of the heap in the high-pressure world of Madison Avenue advertising firms. Aside from being one of the top ad men in the business, Don is also a family man, the father of young children.

Last Updated: 8/27/2024Network: AMCStatus: Ended
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Shut the Door. Have a Seat
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8.23
2232 votes

#1 - Shut the Door. Have a Seat

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 11/8/2009

Don has a big meeting with Connie about their future relationship. Betty is the beneficiary of some interesting advice and Pete has a serious sit-down with some clients.

Directors: Matthew Weiner
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The Gypsy and the Hobo
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7.94
2079 votes

#2 - The Gypsy and the Hobo

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 10/25/2009

A former client makes a return; Betty and her kids go on a trip; and Joan and Greg make plans for their future.

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The Grown-Ups
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7.82
2232 votes

#3 - The Grown-Ups

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 11/1/2009

Peggy's taste in men proves questionable. Pete has to make a big decision about his career and a candidate makes a big impression on Don.

Directors: Barbet Schroeder
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Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency
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7.78
2202 votes

#4 - Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 9/20/2009

Sterling Cooper receives a surprise visitor; Sally has been spooked by something (or someone); and Joan receives some shocking news.

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Souvenir
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7.64
2034 votes

#5 - Souvenir

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 10/4/2009

Don decides to include Betty on a company business trip. Pete lends a hand to a neighbor in his apartment building.

Directors: Phil Abraham
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Seven Twenty Three
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7.59
2227 votes

#6 - Seven Twenty Three

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 9/27/2009

Betty tries her hand at local politics. Don is forced into thinking about the future. Peggy receives a luxurious gift.

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The Color Blue
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7.59
2178 votes

#7 - The Color Blue

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 10/18/2009

The firm celebrates as they hit a milestone. Peggy and Paul compete to secure the same account.

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Wee Small Hours
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7.58
1933 votes

#8 - Wee Small Hours

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 10/11/2009

There is trouble for Don and Sal in giving their clients what they ask for. Meanwhile, Betty hosts a fundraiser.

Directors: Scott Hornbacher
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Out of Town
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7.50
2473 votes

#9 - Out of Town

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 8/16/2009

In the third-season opener, Salvatore and Don take a business trip out of town. Pete Campbell and Ken Cosgrove worry about the changes at Sterling-Cooper and how the changes will impact them.

Directors: Phil Abraham
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My Old Kentucky Home
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7.47
2336 votes

#10 - My Old Kentucky Home

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 8/30/2009

The writers make an attempt to stave off late-night boredom during a mandatory overtime session. Roger throws a party as Joan and Greg host their own party. Sally has a run-in with Grandpa.

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The Arrangements
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7.43
2143 votes

#11 - The Arrangements

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 9/6/2009

Don and his father-in-law cross paths. Meanwhile, Peggy is in search of a new roommate; and a rich new client is excited to be doing business with the firm.

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The Fog
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7.38
2208 votes

#12 - The Fog

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 9/13/2009

Sally's behavior causes concern for Don and Betty. Betty has an eye-opening dream that has a strange effect on her. Pete tries to work a new business angle in his dealings.

Directors: Phil Abraham
Writer: Kater Gordon
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Love Among the Ruins
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7.28
2272 votes

#13 - Love Among the Ruins

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 8/23/2009

Don's father-in-law pays a visit to his daughter's family. Peggy works hard on a campaign while the firm tries to decide if they will accommodate an unusual request from a client. Elsewhere, Roger plans a wedding.

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