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The Best Episodes of Awkward. Season 3

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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 when a simple accident becomes an epic misunderstanding and is

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Awkward. Season 3 Episode 1 - Cha-cha-cha-changes
    7.5/10(295 votes)

    #1 - Cha-cha-cha-changes

    S3:E1

    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

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  2. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 2 - Responsibly Irresponsible
    7.4/10(235 votes)

    #2 - Responsibly Irresponsible

    S3:E2

    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

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  3. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 3 - A Little Less Conversation
    7.4/10(230 votes)

    #3 - A Little Less Conversation

    S3:E3

    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

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  4. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 4 - Let's Talk About Sex
    7.5/10(239 votes)

    #4 - Let's Talk About Sex

    S3:E4

    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

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  5. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 5 - Indecent Exposure
    7.5/10(227 votes)

    #5 - Indecent Exposure

    S3:E5

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

    Director:Joe Nussbaum
    Writers:Lauren Iungerich, Michael J. Cinquemani

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  6. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 6 - That Girl Strikes Again
    7.5/10(241 votes)

    #6 - That Girl Strikes Again

    S3:E6

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

    Director:Joe Nussbaum
    Writer:Todd Waldman

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  7. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 7 - Guilt Trippin'
    7.5/10(229 votes)

    #7 - Guilt Trippin'

    S3:E7

    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

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  8. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 8 - Rubbed Raw and Reeling
    7.7/10(231 votes)

    #8 - Rubbed Raw and Reeling

    S3:E8

    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
    Writers:Lauren Iungerich, Jamie Dooner

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  9. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 9 - Reality Check
    7.5/10(229 votes)

    #9 - Reality Check

    S3:E9

    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

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  10. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 10 - Redefining Jenna
    7.6/10(239 votes)

    #10 - Redefining Jenna

    S3:E10

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

    Director:Lauren Iungerich
    Writer:Lauren Iungerich

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  11. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 11 - Surprise!
    7.6/10(258 votes)

    #11 - Surprise!

    S3:E11

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

    Director:Lauren Iungerich
    Writer:Lauren Iungerich

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  12. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 12 - And Then What Happened
    7.6/10(245 votes)

    #12 - And Then What Happened

    S3:E12

    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

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  13. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 13 - Taking Sides
    6.9/10(233 votes)

    #13 - Taking Sides

    S3:E13

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

    Director:Steve Gainer
    Writers:Michael J. Cinquemani, Erin Ehrlich

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  14. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 14 - The Bad Seed
    7.0/10(218 votes)

    #14 - The Bad Seed

    S3:E14

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

    Director:Greg Guzik
    Writer:Jen Braeden

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  15. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 15 - A Very Special Episode of Awkward
    7.4/10(221 votes)

    #15 - A Very Special Episode of Awkward

    S3:E15

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

    Director:Joe Nussbaum
    Writer:Erin Ehrlich

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  16. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 16 - Less Than Hero
    7.4/10(233 votes)

    #16 - Less Than Hero

    S3:E16

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

    Director:Joe Nussbaum
    Writer:Joe Nussbaum

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  17. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 17 - The Campaign Fail
    7.1/10(219 votes)

    #17 - The Campaign Fail

    S3:E17

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

    Director:David Katzenberg
    Writer:Christy Stratton

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  18. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 18 - Old Jenna
    7.5/10(218 votes)

    #18 - Old Jenna

    S3:E18

    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
    Writers:Lauren Iungerich, Jamie Dooner

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  19. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 19 - Karmic Relief
    7.4/10(223 votes)

    #19 - Karmic Relief

    S3:E19

    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

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  20. Awkward. Season 3 Episode 20 - Who I Want to Be
    8.2/10(275 votes)

    #20 - Who I Want to Be

    S3:E20

    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

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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 295 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".