The BEST episodes of Shadowhunters season 3

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

On her 18th birthday, Clary Fray discovers that she comes from a long line of Shadowhunters, group of human-angel hybrids who fight to protect their world by hunting down demons. With warlocks, vampires, werewolves, and ominous threats at every turn, the Shadowhunters must lean on each other and their abilities to keep the darkness at bay.

Last Updated: 11/8/2024Network: FreeformStatus: Ended
All Good Things...
star
8.35
484 votes

#1 - All Good Things...

Season 3 - Episode 22 - Aired 5/6/2019

Jonathan begins his reign of vengeful terror as the Shadowhunters try to find a way to stop him. With only one hope, Clary must make a sacrifice that could have long-lasting implications for all. Meanwhile, wedding bells are in the air for one special couple.

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Erchomai
star
8.33
682 votes

#2 - Erchomai

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 5/15/2018

The team scrambles to find a way to put a stop to Lilith’s plan coming to fruition. But going up against their biggest opponent yet, their odds are not looking good. Meanwhile, Simon makes a heartbreaking choice with Isabelle’s help and Magnus reconnects with a powerful person from his past.

Directors: Jeffrey G. Hunt
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Alliance
star
8.13
452 votes

#3 - Alliance

Season 3 - Episode 21 - Aired 5/6/2019

Clary comes up with a plan that will bring Shadowhunters and Downworlders together, as Alec struggles for a way to help Magnus.

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City of Glass
star
8.11
516 votes

#4 - City of Glass

Season 3 - Episode 20 - Aired 4/29/2019

Alec, Jace and Isabelle make a plan to finally get Clary back and stop Jonathan — much to Luke’s and Simon’s chagrin. Meanwhile, an emotionally raw Magnus struggles to deal with his father’s reappearance and Maia must make a tough decision that could affect the rest of her life.

Directors: Matt Hastings
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Familia Ante Omnia
star
8.03
629 votes

#5 - Familia Ante Omnia

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 5/15/2018

Clary faces down an old foe in an attempt to find answers about Lilith’s plan. Alec and Magnus turn to Lorenzo Rey for help, while Lilith finds a new ally. Luke must choose between his pack and his family, as Simon is forced to deal with his past.

Directors: Matt Hastings
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The Powers That Be
star
8.01
756 votes

#6 - The Powers That Be

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 3/27/2018

The Warlocks’ magic is becoming corrupted by a demonic presence while Izzy and Luke try to track down more information on the recent series of possessions.

Directors: Peter DeLuise
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Salt in the Wound
star
8.00
651 votes

#7 - Salt in the Wound

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 5/1/2018

With the Owl’s identity revealed, Alec, Isabelle and Clary head to Alicante to try to find a way to stop him. Luke and Simon team up to track Lilith’s latest possible victim. Maia reflects on her past.

Directors: Joshua Butler
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A Window Into an Empty Room
star
8.00
652 votes

#8 - A Window Into an Empty Room

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 4/24/2018

Clary teams up with Magnus to investigate a recent demon attack. Simon is stunned with he’s visited by someone he never thought he’d see again, and who now won’t seem to leave. Meanwhile, Izzy worries about dinner with her family and a special guest and Luke reaches out to Maryse.

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Lost Souls
star
7.99
551 votes

#9 - Lost Souls

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 2/25/2019

Everyone is dealing with the loss of Clary and are trying to move on best they can. Unbeknownst to them, the Shadowhunters face a new level of evil that they can't even imagine with the arrival of Jonathan Morgenstern.

Directors: Matt Hastings
Writer: Todd Slavkin
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The Beast Within
star
7.97
495 votes

#10 - The Beast Within

Season 3 - Episode 18 - Aired 4/15/2019

A demon outbreak in New York City on Halloween becomes a top priority at the Institute, but as the Shadowhunters hunt the demons, Jace becomes more worried about Clary. Meanwhile, Alec has to juggle the outbreak with his deep concern about Magnus’ depression.

Directors: Joshua Butler
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A Heart of Darkness
star
7.96
648 votes

#11 - A Heart of Darkness

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 5/8/2018

Magnus, Alec and Isabelle try to reach Jace inside The Owl. But even as powerful as Magnus is, can he help the Lightwoods retrieve their brother from his demon prison? Maia and Jordan join Simon on the hunt for Lilith, while Luke tries to find a way to get to Clary.

Directors: Ari Sandel
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Heavenly Fire
star
7.96
467 votes

#12 - Heavenly Fire

Season 3 - Episode 17 - Aired 4/8/2019

Simon and Izzy team up on a secret mission to figure out what the Clave is hiding. Meanwhile, Clary is conflicted about Jonathan as the Shadowhunters try to get answers.

Directors: Shannon Kohli
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Stronger Than Heaven
star
7.95
661 votes

#13 - Stronger Than Heaven

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 4/17/2018

Someone is out to get Simon and Jace is on the hunt to find out who it is, meanwhile Clary turns to Luke to find a way to help Jace. Alec worries about the future of his relationship after learning more about Magnu's romantic past.

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Aku Cinta Kamu
star
7.92
497 votes

#14 - Aku Cinta Kamu

Season 3 - Episode 19 - Aired 4/22/2019

To try and save Clary from Jonathan, Jace goes undercover. Back at the Institute, Isabelle, Simon and Luke race to find a way to finally destroy Clary’s bond with Jonathan. With time running out, can Isabelle create the solution before Jace’s cover is blown?

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Stay With Me
star
7.89
476 votes

#15 - Stay With Me

Season 3 - Episode 16 - Aired 4/1/2019

Clary and Jace come up with a risky plan to get rid of her twinning rune, which may bring an old enemy back into the fray. Meanwhile, Alec is worried about Magnus.

Directors: Amanda Row
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To the Night Children
star
7.89
465 votes

#16 - To the Night Children

Season 3 - Episode 15 - Aired 3/25/2019

Several members of the team must examine the reasoning behind certain rules after some consequences to questionable actions come to light. Whether the rules were broken because of love, loyalty or revenge, they'll have to figure out if the end justifies the means?

Directors: Siluck Saysanasy
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A Kiss From a Rose
star
7.87
485 votes

#17 - A Kiss From a Rose

Season 3 - Episode 14 - Aired 3/18/2019

Continuing to track down information on the rumors about misconduct at The Clave's downworlder prison, Isabelle asks Alec for help. Meanwhile, Magnus succumbs to asking Lorenzo for a favor and Jace takes Clary on a special date.

Writer: Zoe Broad
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On Infernal Ground
star
7.87
793 votes

#18 - On Infernal Ground

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 3/20/2018

Secrets abound as the shadowhunters and downworlders try to get back to normal after Valentine's death. Clary struggles with keeping her secret about Raziel's wish, while Alec pushes Jace to come clean about whatever he and Clary are hiding. Luke must use tough love to keep his secret hidden from Ollie, and Magnus hides his true feelings about his new position in the Warlock community from Alec. Meanwhile, Lilith sets a plan in motion in New York City as Simon spends time in the Seelie Court.

Directors: Matt Hastings
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Thy Soul Instructed
star
7.85
696 votes

#19 - Thy Soul Instructed

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 4/10/2018

Jace’s concerns grow about his mental state, and turns to Luke for information on his family’s past. Clary and Izzy go after a rogue vampire and Simon hunts for a new apartment.

Directors: Emile Levisetti
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What Lies Beneath
star
7.85
718 votes

#20 - What Lies Beneath

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/3/2018

The Shadowhunters try to track down the new imposing threat, while Jace has a suspicion that Jonathan is back and behind the mundane attacks. Simon tries to figure out what The Seelie Queen did to him during his time in the glade. Alec decides to host a Lightwood family dinner at Magnus’ house after a surprising visit from Maryse.

Directors: Amanda Row
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Beati Bellicosi
star
7.82
488 votes

#21 - Beati Bellicosi

Season 3 - Episode 13 - Aired 3/11/2019

Jordan and the Praetor try to track down Heidi, while the Shadowhunters try to locate Jonathan. Meanwhile, Luke looks to Maryse for help and Isabelle gets a possible lead on what is really going on in the Clave prisons.

Directors: Mike Rohl
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Original Sin
star
7.82
528 votes

#22 - Original Sin

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 3/4/2019

Simon is determined to get rid of the Mark of Cain and, with Isabelle's help, tries to track down New York's oldest vampire to get more information on the mark. Now in Paris, Clary desperately tries to find an escape from her current situation. Meanwhile, with his new sense of mortality, Magnus tries to live life to the very fullest.

Directors: Matt Hastings
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