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The Best Episodes of Bored to Death Season 3

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

Jonathan Ames, a young Brooklyn writer, is feeling lost. He's just gone through a painful break-up, thanks in part to his drinking, can't write his second novel, and carouses too much with his magazine editor. Rather than face reality, Jonathan turns instead to his fantasies — moonlighting as a private detective — because he wants to be a hero and a man of action.

Genres:ComedyCrimeMysteryDrama
Network:HBO

Season 3 Ratings Summary

The best episode of "Bored to Death" season 3 is "The Blonde in the Woods", rated 7.6/10 from 321 user votes. It was directed by Michael Lehmann and written by N/A. "The Blonde in the Woods" aired on 10/10/2011 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Gumball!".

  • The Blonde in the Woods
    7.6/10 321 votes

    #1 - The Blonde in the Woods

    Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 10/10/2011

    After celebrating the release of his new book, Jonathan learns some distressing familial news. George reunites with his daughter Emily and Ray spends time with his biological son Spencer. Meanwhile, Jonathan's latest case leaves him in a precarious position.

    Director: Michael Lehmann

    Writer: N/A

  • Gumball!
    7.6/10 289 votes

    #2 - Gumball!

    Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 10/17/2011

    On the run from the police, Jonathan and Ray turn to Howard for help with trying to find out who framed Jonathan for murder, while George runs interference for them in his own inimitable, marijuana-induced way.

    Director: Michael Lehmann

    Writer: Martin Gero

  • The Black Clock of Time
    7.6/10 287 votes

    #3 - The Black Clock of Time

    Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 10/24/2011

    Already nervous about his appearance on "The New Dick Cavett Show," Jonathan is thrown for a loop when another scheduled guest happens to be his nemesis, Louis Greene. Meanwhile, Ray's attentiveness as a father is tested; and George is floored by Emily and Bernard's latest news.

    Director: Michael Lehmann

    Writer: N/A

  • We Could Sing a Duet
    7.3/10 281 votes

    #4 - We Could Sing a Duet

    Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 10/31/2011

    George urges Jonathan to show Emily what it's like to be out with a younger man, but they wind up on a stakeout with a wannabe gumshoe impersonating Jonathan. Meanwhile, George goes out on the town with Bernard, but is shocked to learn that Richard Antrem is a competing restaurateur; and Ray is drawn to an older woman after a fight with Leah.

    Director: N/A

    Writer: N/A

  • I Keep Taking Baths Like Lady MacBeth
    7.2/10 273 votes

    #5 - I Keep Taking Baths Like Lady MacBeth

    Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 11/7/2011

    Jonathan and George see a "friendship" counselor. George begins taking singing lessons from Josephine, a delightful pothead. Jonathan attempts to win back George's affection. Ray becomes irresistible to women.

    Director: Tristram Shapeero

    Writer: N/A

  • Two Large Pearls and a Bar of Gold
    7.3/10 277 votes

    #6 - Two Large Pearls and a Bar of Gold

    Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 11/14/2011

    Jonathan's college sweetheart hires him to guard her wedding jewels and remind her of their prenuptial pact.

    Director: Tristram Shapeero

    Writer: Mike Schwartz

  • Forget the Herring
    7.6/10 297 votes

    #7 - Forget the Herring

    Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 11/21/2011

    Rose Hiney connects with Jonathan on new leads. George and Ray attempt to right their unrightable wrongs.

    Director: Adam Bernstein

    Writer: Rachel Axler

  • Nothing I Can't Handle by Running Away
    7.9/10 305 votes

    #8 - Nothing I Can't Handle by Running Away

    Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 11/28/2011

    In the Season 3 finale, George celebrates Emily and Bernard’s wedding; and Ray is comforted by his son, Spencer. Meanwhile, Jonathan considers breaking up with his new girlfriend, but when he’s kidnapped, an army of Super Ray fans spring into action.

    Director: Adam Bernstein

    Writer: N/A