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The Best Episodes of Awkward. Season 3

Every episode of Awkward. Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Awkward. Season 3!

An irreverent look at the conflict, chaos and humor that defines teenage life through the eyes of 15-year-old Jenna Hamilton whose life begins to change...
Genres:ComedyDrama
Network:MTV
Episodes
20
Avg. Rating
7.5
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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Cha-cha-cha-changes" is the best rated episode of "Awkward." season 3. It scored 7.5/10 based on 278 votes. Directed by Lauren Iungerich and written by Lauren Iungerich, it aired on 4/16/2013. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Responsibly Irresponsible".

  • Cha-cha-cha-changes
    7.5/10(278)

    #1 - Cha-cha-cha-changes

    Season 3 Episode 1

    Aired 4/16/2013

    In the season three premiere episode Jenna's junior year brings a wave of surprises and changes that potentially will impact her future in an indelible way.

    Director: Lauren Iungerich

    Writer: Lauren Iungerich

  • Responsibly Irresponsible
    7.4/10(218)

    #2 - Responsibly Irresponsible

    Season 3 Episode 2

    Aired 4/16/2013

    The death of classmate will leave Jenna to reflect on loss, grieving, and taking responsibility for a secret she's keeping from Matty.

    Director: Lauren Iungerich

    Writer: Lauren Iungerich

  • A Little Less Conversation
    7.4/10(213)

    #3 - A Little Less Conversation

    Season 3 Episode 3

    Aired 4/23/2013

    As Jenna continues to question where she's going with her life, she has a new concern: Matty is suddenly becoming emotionally distant.

    Director: Erin Ehrlich

    Writer: Erin Ehrlich

  • Let's Talk About Sex
    7.5/10(221)

    #4 - Let's Talk About Sex

    Season 3 Episode 4

    Aired 4/30/2013

    Jenna's father takes matters into his own hands to talk to Matty's parents about their kids' relationship.

    Director: Hal Olofsson

    Writer: Christy Stratton

  • Indecent Exposure
    7.5/10(210)

    #5 - Indecent Exposure

    Season 3 Episode 5

    Aired 5/7/2013

    When Matty moves in with the Hamiltons, Jenna discovers that cohabitation may be more than she bargained for.

    Director: Joe Nussbaum

    Writer: Lauren Iungerich, Michael J. Cinquemani

  • That Girl Strikes Again
    7.5/10(223)

    #6 - That Girl Strikes Again

    Season 3 Episode 6

    Aired 5/14/2013

    The ghosts of Jenna's past reveal themselves along with Jenna's insecurity as Halloween hits Palos Hills.

    Director: Joe Nussbaum

    Writer: Todd Waldman

  • Guilt Trippin'
    7.5/10(212)

    #7 - Guilt Trippin'

    Season 3 Episode 7

    Aired 5/21/2013

    Jenna's first date to the Homecoming dance conjures up old feelings of guilt for the girl she used to be and the girls who don't have dates.

    Director: Ryan Shiraki

    Writer: Vera Herbert

  • Rubbed Raw and Reeling
    7.7/10(214)

    #8 - Rubbed Raw and Reeling

    Season 3 Episode 8

    Aired 5/28/2013

    A challenge from Mr. Hart forces Jenna to expose herself publically and in the process, she is confronted with some disturbing newfound revelations about herself.

    Director: Ryan Shiraki

    Writer: Lauren Iungerich, Jamie Dooner

  • Reality Check
    7.5/10(212)

    #9 - Reality Check

    Season 3 Episode 9

    Aired 6/4/2013

    After a late night coffee with Collin, Jenna can't stop thinking about him and what it means to have a crush as well as a boyfriend.

    Director: Lauren Iungerich

    Writer: Erin Ehrlich

  • Redefining Jenna
    7.7/10(222)

    #10 - Redefining Jenna

    Season 3 Episode 10

    Aired 6/11/2013

    Tensions arise between Jenna and Matty when Collin invites her to a swanky photography showcase at his house.

    Director: Lauren Iungerich

    Writer: Lauren Iungerich

  • Surprise!
    7.6/10(241)

    #11 - Surprise!

    Season 3 Episode 11

    Aired 10/22/2013

    After an impulsive make out with Collin, Jenna resolves to end her infidelity before Matty finds out.

    Director: Lauren Iungerich

    Writer: Lauren Iungerich

  • And Then What Happened
    7.6/10(228)

    #12 - And Then What Happened

    Season 3 Episode 12

    Aired 10/29/2013

    Everyone pieces together events from Jenna's birthday party to figure out if her and Matty are still together.

    Director: Lauren Iungerich

    Writer: Lauren Iungerich

  • Taking Sides
    6.9/10(216)

    #13 - Taking Sides

    Season 3 Episode 13

    Aired 11/5/2013

    Jenna and Matty's breakup forces their friends to choose sides.

    Director: Steve Gainer

    Writer: Erin Ehrlich, Michael J. Cinquemani

  • The Bad Seed
    7.0/10(201)

    #14 - The Bad Seed

    Season 3 Episode 14

    Aired 11/12/2013

    When Jenna and Collin start to get more serious, it causes tension in her other relationships.

    Director: Greg Guzik

    Writer: Jen Braeden

  • A Very Special Episode of Awkward
    7.4/10(203)

    #15 - A Very Special Episode of Awkward

    Season 3 Episode 15

    Aired 11/19/2013

    Sadie's idea for Val's After School Special production rubs Jenna the wrong way.

    Director: Joe Nussbaum

    Writer: Erin Ehrlich

  • Less Than Hero
    7.5/10(215)

    #16 - Less Than Hero

    Season 3 Episode 16

    Aired 11/19/2013

    Jenna's family and friends decide that it's time to show her some tough love.

    Director: Joe Nussbaum

    Writer: Joe Nussbaum

  • The Campaign Fail
    7.2/10(202)

    #17 - The Campaign Fail

    Season 3 Episode 17

    Aired 11/26/2013

    Jenna decides that it is time to change her ways but could it be too late?

    Director: David Katzenberg

    Writer: Christy Stratton

  • Old Jenna
    7.5/10(201)

    #18 - Old Jenna

    Season 3 Episode 18

    Aired 12/3/2013

    Lacey starts her new job at Palos Hills and Jenna has a wake-up call that puts everything almost back to normal.

    Director: David Katzenberg

    Writer: Lauren Iungerich, Jamie Dooner

  • Karmic Relief
    7.4/10(205)

    #19 - Karmic Relief

    Season 3 Episode 19

    Aired 12/10/2013

    Everyone at Palos Hills starts preparing for prom, while Ming is more concerned about her future with the Asian Mafia. Jenna does a few good deeds but it might not be enough for karmic relief.

    Director: Erin Ehrlich

    Writer: Erin Ehrlich

  • Who I Want to Be
    8.1/10(258)

    #20 - Who I Want to Be

    Season 3 Episode 20

    Aired 12/17/2013

    After Matty asks for permission to take Bailey to prom, Jenna reevaluates who she has become and who she wants to be.

    Director: Joe Nussbaum

    Writer: Lauren Iungerich