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The Best Episodes of Chuck Season 3

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

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When Buy More computer geek Chuck Bartowski unwittingly downloads a database of government information and deadly fighting skills into his head, he becomes the CIA's most vital secret. This sets Chuck on a path to

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Chuck Season 3 Episode 1 - Chuck Versus the Pink Slip
    8.2/10(1565 votes)

    #1 - Chuck Versus the Pink Slip

    S3:E1

    As the upgraded Intersect, Chuck trains to become a full-fledged spy but hits rock bottom when he flunks out of spy school and loses Sarah in the process. Meanwhile, Morgan comes home from Benihana School to help Chuck get over Sarah.

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  2. Chuck Season 3 Episode 2 - Chuck Versus the Three Words
    8.3/10(1486 votes)

    #2 - Chuck Versus the Three Words

    S3:E2

    Chuck gets a new mission when Sarah's best friend Carina comes through town with her fiancé Karl. Things get complicated when Chuck wants to hash out his and Sarah's relationship problems while they're on the mission. Meanwhile, Morgan finds himself in trouble when he lies to Jeff and Lester.

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  3. Chuck Season 3 Episode 3 - Chuck Versus the Angel de la Muerte
    8.7/10(1489 votes)

    #3 - Chuck Versus the Angel de la Muerte

    S3:E3

    Chuck must use his relationship with Awesome to protect a visiting dictator, Premier Goya, who is the target of an assassination. While Awesome is excited about the prospect of being a spy, Chuck is more concerned about Awesome and Ellie's safety.

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  4. Chuck Season 3 Episode 4 - Chuck Versus Operation Awesome
    8.6/10(1468 votes)

    #4 - Chuck Versus Operation Awesome

    S3:E4

    When Awesome is mistaken for a super spy by the evil Sydney Price, Chuck must become his handler and show him the spy ropes. While on a mission for The Ring, they meet the mysterious Daniel Shaw. Meanwhile, Morgan gets promoted to assistant manager and must deal with Jeff and Lester's latest hijinks.

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  5. Chuck Season 3 Episode 5 - Chuck Versus First Class
    8.8/10(1621 votes)

    #5 - Chuck Versus First Class

    S3:E5

    CIA agent Daniel Shaw assigns Chuck to his first solo mission in Paris, ignoring Sarah and Casey’s wishes. During the flight to France, Chuck befriends Hannah and flashes on another passenger the imposing Hugo Panzer. Meanwhile, Casey helps Morgan battle Jeff and Lester for control of the Buy More.

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  6. Chuck Season 3 Episode 6 - Chuck Versus the Nacho Sampler
    8.2/10(1360 votes)

    #6 - Chuck Versus the Nacho Sampler

    S3:E6

    Chuck juggles his two lives as he trains new Nerd Herder Hannah and gets his very own asset who is caught up with The Ring. Chuck thinks he can handle his asset all on his own but Sarah and Casey feel the need to intercede. Meanwhile, Awesome must lie to Ellie when she starts to ask questions about Chuck and Morgan, Jeff and Lester do some recon work to learn more about Hannah.

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  8. Chuck Season 3 Episode 7 - Chuck Versus the Mask
    8.2/10(1381 votes)

    #7 - Chuck Versus the Mask

    S3:E7

    Chuck and Hannah unexpectedly become part of agent Daniel Shaw's latest mission. Much to Sarah's chagrin, she gets paired with Shaw, who seems to be trying to get close to her. Meanwhile, Morgan and Ellie continue their mission to get to the bottom of Chuck's secretive and strange behavior.

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  9. Chuck Season 3 Episode 8 - Chuck Versus the Fake Name
    8.4/10(1437 votes)

    #8 - Chuck Versus the Fake Name

    S3:E8

    "Chuck Versus the Fake Name" is a third-season episode of the television series Chuck. It was the eighth episode of the season, and the first to air after a two-week hiatus for the 2010 Winter Olympics. Chuck must juggle his new relationship with Hannah while at the same time taking on the role of an assassin hired by the Ring.

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  10. Chuck Season 3 Episode 9 - Chuck Versus the Beard
    9.1/10(1649 votes)

    #9 - Chuck Versus the Beard

    S3:E9

    Chuck feels like his life is falling apart when he can't flash and gets left behind for a mission. While Shaw, Sarah and Casey go on without him, Chuck finds himself in a sticky situation back at the base.

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  11. Chuck Season 3 Episode 10 - Chuck Versus the Tic Tac
    8.7/10(1390 votes)

    #10 - Chuck Versus the Tic Tac

    S3:E10

    Casey carries out a side mission for his old commanding officer James Keller that leads to him committing treason. When Chuck learns the dark truth about Col. Keller, he and Sarah set out to break Casey out of jail and clear his name. Meanwhile, Awesome's plan to keep Ellie out of danger gets more difficult when she gets her dream fellowship.

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  12. Chuck Season 3 Episode 11 - Chuck Versus the Final Exam
    8.5/10(1381 votes)

    #11 - Chuck Versus the Final Exam

    S3:E11

    Chuck learns that his latest solo mission will be a final test to see if he is ready to be a spy. Chuck needs to put everything he has learned into action to avoid going back to his old life while Sarah and Shaw observe his every move.

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  13. Chuck Season 3 Episode 12 - Chuck Versus the American Hero
    8.8/10(1493 votes)

    #12 - Chuck Versus the American Hero

    S3:E12

    Chuck has his pick of the best CIA agents for an undercover operation, but he has only one girl in mind for the job, Sarah. Casey, Morgan and Awesome team up to help Chuck win her back.

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  14. Chuck Season 3 Episode 13 - Chuck Versus the Other Guy
    9.3/10(2142 votes)

    #13 - Chuck Versus the Other Guy

    S3:E13

    Chuck, Sarah and Shaw reunite to find the Ring operative behind the death of Shaw's wife. Sarah has faith that Shaw is ready for the mission but Chuck is worried about his emotional stability. Meanwhile, Morgan considers leaving the Buy More.

    Director:Peter Lauer

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  15. Chuck Season 3 Episode 14 - Chuck Versus the Honeymooners
    8.9/10(1649 votes)

    #14 - Chuck Versus the Honeymooners

    S3:E14

    While in Europe, Sarah and Chuck realize they’re traveling on a train with Spanish spies. Even though they’re all alone, they decide to take on these rogue agents. Of course, this impromptu mission doesn’t go smoothly. Meanwhile, Beckman orders her newest “unlikely” spy team – John Casey and Morgan Grimes – to track down the missing couple.

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  16. Chuck Season 3 Episode 15 - Chuck Versus the Role Models
    8.1/10(1308 votes)

    #15 - Chuck Versus the Role Models

    S3:E15

    Chuck and Sarah are assigned to train under Craig and Laura Turner, a married CIA team who, despite their impeccable record, hate one another. The Turners' stormy relationship forces Chuck and Sarah to wonder if they're doomed with the same fate. Meanwhile, Casey must train the newest member of the team Morgan.

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  17. Chuck Season 3 Episode 16 - Chuck Versus the Tooth
    8.1/10(1288 votes)

    #16 - Chuck Versus the Tooth

    S3:E16

    Chuck struggles with disturbing dreams and now he believes his most recent dream predicts danger for a visiting head of state. General Beckman however, is unconvinced and assigns Chuck to meet with a CIA psychiatrist Dr. Leo Dreyfus. Meanwhile, Ellie gets surprising news and Anna returns to the Buy More to talk to Morgan.

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  18. Chuck Season 3 Episode 17 - Chuck Versus the Living Dead
    8.5/10(1302 votes)

    #17 - Chuck Versus the Living Dead

    S3:E17

    After his last dream, Chuck asks Morgan to help him on a side mission. Their investigation becomes complicated when Stephen J. Bartowski returns and learns that Chuck downloaded the Intersect 2.0. Luckily, Chuck's father may be able to help his son.

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  19. Chuck Season 3 Episode 18 - Chuck Versus the Subway
    9.2/10(1627 votes)

    #18 - Chuck Versus the Subway

    S3:E18

    As the Intersect continues to malfunction Stephen hurries to complete the Governor for his son. Meanwhile, Daniel Shaw and the Ring close in on Team Bartowski and their families.

    Director:Matt Shakman
    Writer:Ali Adler

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  20. Chuck Season 3 Episode 19 - Chuck Versus the Ring: Part 2
    9.3/10(1798 votes)

    #19 - Chuck Versus the Ring: Part 2

    S3:E19

    Shaw returns to threaten everything that Chuck holds dear as his friends, family and the woman he loves are all put in mortal danger. Chuck has to find Shaw and stop him before his own world gets torn apart.

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Chuck Versus the Pink Slip" is the best rated episode of "Chuck" season 3. It scored 8.2/10 based on 1565 votes. Directed by Robert Duncan McNeill and written by Chris Fedak, it aired on 1/10/2010. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Chuck Versus the Three Words".