The BEST episodes of True Blood season 3

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

Telepathic waitress Sookie Stackhouse encounters a strange new supernatural world when she meets the mysterious Bill Compton, a southern Louisiana gentleman and vampire.

Last Updated: 9/6/2024Network: HBOStatus: Ended
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Everything Is Broken
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7.92
6338 votes

#1 - Everything Is Broken

Season 3 - Episode 9 - Aired 8/15/2010

The Vampire Rights Amendment is close to being ratified so Nan confronts Eric at Fangtasia about the whereabouts of the Magister. Russell vows revenge against all his vampire and human adversaries. Bill discovers the truth about Sookie's true identity. Unexpected help arrives as Jason goes up against Felton and Calvin. Arlene is overcome by a sense of futility about her future while Tara meets up with a new ally and with someone who caused her pain in the past. Sookie meets a new family member. Hoyt addresses his real feelings head on.

Directors: Scott Winant
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Trouble
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7.82
5827 votes

#2 - Trouble

Season 3 - Episode 5 - Aired 7/18/2010

Alcide and Sookie turn to an alpha-wolf "packmaster" for advice on how to deal with Russell's minions. Tara considers a proposal from Franklin, who's completed his mission for Russell; Joe Lee breaks his promise to Sam and Tommy; Lafayette learns the meaning of patience from Jesus, his mother's orderly; Jason meets his match in a mysterious girl named Crystal. An heirloom reminds Eric of his past and his ongoing thirst for vengeance.

Directors: Scott Winant
Writer: Nancy Oliver
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Fresh Blood
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7.75
5658 votes

#3 - Fresh Blood

Season 3 - Episode 11 - Aired 8/29/2010

Bill wants to earn back Sookie's trust but once again brings her close to danger. Eric tempts Russell with "ultimate vampire dream". Jason tries to comprehend what he's learned about Crystal. Sam alienates everyone but Tara. Jessica and Hoyt take their romance up a notch. Lafayette struggles with new demons.

Directors: Daniel Minahan
Writer: Nancy Oliver
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Evil Is Going On
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7.74
6056 votes

#4 - Evil Is Going On

Season 3 - Episode 12 - Aired 9/12/2010

Eric plots his revenge against Russell; Sookie considers a new life without Bill; Tara discovers some surprising news about Sam; Jason finds a new calling; Lafayette turns to Jesus for help; Hoyt hopes for a future with Jessica.

Writer: Alan Ball
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Night on the Sun
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7.73
6443 votes

#5 - Night on the Sun

Season 3 - Episode 8 - Aired 8/8/2010

While Sookie must rethink her relationship with Bill, he reconciles with Jessica. As Russell decides what he's going to do next, Sophie-Anne relocates her residence. Jason offers a challenge to save Crystal while Ruby Jean pays Lafayette a surprise visit. A new waitress starts at Merlotte. Eric's allegiance to Russell is proven. Alcide's family emergency puts Sookie in a vulnerable position.

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I Got a Right to Sing the Blues
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7.73
6182 votes

#6 - I Got a Right to Sing the Blues

Season 3 - Episode 6 - Aired 7/25/2010

Spurned by Eric, Sookie fears the worst for Bill, whose fate now lies in Lorena's hands. Fueled by a night of bloody passion, Tara executes a desperate plan to stave off Franklin's advances. In Bon Temps, Tommy finds it difficult to leave the family nest; Jessica gets her fix from a Merlotte's customer; and Jason's romance with Crystal hits a snag, as does Lafayette's with Jesus. After revealing his master plan to Eric, Russell pays a visit to Louisiana in order to start executing it.

Directors: Michael Lehmann
Writer: Alan Ball
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Hitting the Ground
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7.72
6170 votes

#7 - Hitting the Ground

Season 3 - Episode 7 - Aired 8/1/2010

Sookie's attempt to rescue Bill has unforseen consequences. Meanwhile, Jason seeks the truth about Crystal. Sam must step in when Tommy gets involved in a dog fighting ring, all thanks to Melinda and Joe Lee's quest for money. Eric figures out how to get the information he wants from Sophie-Anne. Debbie plans to get even with Alcide while Russell ignores the Magister.

Directors: John Dahl
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Beautifully Broken
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7.72
6050 votes

#8 - Beautifully Broken

Season 3 - Episode 2 - Aired 6/20/2010

Russell Edgington, the Vampire King of Mississippi, concocts a plan to consolidate his power. Eric remembers his past; Sam tests the strength of his family bonds; Tara finds an ally in a shady vampire named Franklin Mott.

Directors: Scott Winant
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9 Crimes
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7.64
5810 votes

#9 - 9 Crimes

Season 3 - Episode 4 - Aired 7/11/2010

Sookie joins Alcide at a raucous engagement party for his former fiancee. Bill "procures" dinner for Russell and Lorena. Sam brokers a deal with Tommy and his parents. Andy gets a promotion and draws Jason's attention. Arlene is irked by Jessica's arrival at Merlotte's. Eric is given a deadline to locate Bill. Franklin takes Tara on a road trip.

Directors: David Petrarca
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Bad Blood
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7.62
6262 votes

#10 - Bad Blood

Season 3 - Episode 1 - Aired 6/13/2010

Sookie turns to Eric for help finding Bill; Andy urges Jason to stay the course; Sam reconnects with his past; Tara seeks refuge from her grief.

Directors: Daniel Minahan
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I Smell a Rat
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7.54
5941 votes

#11 - I Smell a Rat

Season 3 - Episode 10 - Aired 8/22/2010

Sookie is warned about the dangers she will have to deal with. Dark memories surface for Sam. Arlene must ask Holly for help while Jason faces unexpected dealings with Tara and Crystal. Jesus' interest in V's qualities is aroused. Arlene seeks out Holly for help. Russell vows to inflict punishment on his enemies. After precautions, Eric satisfies a wish.

Directors: Elisabeth Finch
Writer: Kate Barnow
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It Hurts Me Too
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7.45
6091 votes

#12 - It Hurts Me Too

Season 3 - Episode 3 - Aired 6/27/2010

In search of Bill, Sookie heads to Mississippi in the company of Alcide, a werewolf bodyguard. Haunted by visions from his past, Bill makes a surprising pledge of allegiance.

Directors: Michael Lehmann
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