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The Best Episodes of Dark Winds Season 3

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

Binge this in 6h 22mPeaking at 8.1/10

This psychological thriller follows two Navajo police officers, Leaphorn and Chee, in the 1970s Southwest as their search for clues in a grisly double murder case forces them to challenge their own spiritual beliefs and

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 1 - Ye'iitsoh (Big Monster)
    8.1/10(714 votes)

    #1 - Ye'iitsoh (Big Monster)

    S3:E1

    Lt. Joe Leaphorn and Sgt. Jim Chee investigate the disappearance of a Navajo boy. Manuelito makes a sinister discovery while adjusting to life on the border patrol. An FBI agent comes to solve a case linked to Leaphorn's recent past.

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  2. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 2 - Náá'tsoh (Big Eyes)
    7.9/10(558 votes)

    #2 - Náá'tsoh (Big Eyes)

    S3:E2

    Leaphorn and Chee find themselves on a manhunt after making a shocking discovery. Special Agent Washington questions Leaphorn about a person of interest. Manuelito puts her job on the line when she searches for answers at a local ranch.

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  3. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 3 - Ch'į́į́dii (Ghosts)
    7.9/10(519 votes)

    #3 - Ch'į́į́dii (Ghosts)

    S3:E3

    After a close call, Leaphorn and Chee follow the trail of a new suspect. The discovery of a body sends Special Agent Washington in a different direction. Manuelito puts a target on her back as she digs deeper into the mystery.

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  4. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 4 - Chahałheeł (Darkness Falls)
    8.0/10(496 votes)

    #4 - Chahałheeł (Darkness Falls)

    S3:E4

    Chee pays Manuelito a visit after discovering a link between their cases. Leaphorn pursues a fugitive suspect. Special Agent Washington interviews an eyewitness to the crime she's investigating.

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  5. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 5 - Tsékǫ̨' Hasą́ní (Coal Mine Canyon)
    7.8/10(501 votes)

    #5 - Tsékǫ̨' Hasą́ní (Coal Mine Canyon)

    S3:E5

    Following a grisly murder, Leaphorn and Chee strike out on their own when the FBI take over their case. Special Agent Washington pays the Leaphorns an unexpected visit. Manuelito searches for evidence south of the border.

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  6. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 6 - Ábidoo'niidę́ę́ (What We Had Been Told)
    6.4/10(768 votes)

    #6 - Ábidoo'niidę́ę́ (What We Had Been Told)

    S3:E6

    Leaphorn is forced to confront his worst fears and darkest memories when he puts his life on the line to prevent another murder.

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  8. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 7 - T'áá Áłts'íísígo (Just a Small Piece)
    8.0/10(461 votes)

    #7 - T'áá Áłts'íísígo (Just a Small Piece)

    S3:E7

    Leaphorn and Chee retrace their steps after uncovering a vital clue; Special Agent Washington presses for more information; Manuelito moves quickly to execute a search warrant.

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  9. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 8 - Béésh Łį́į (Iron Horse)
    7.9/10(486 votes)

    #8 - Béésh Łį́į (Iron Horse)

    S3:E8

    Leaphorn and Chee call upon all their resources to solve the case and serve justice after learning the identity of the killer. Bernadette fights for her life after coming face-to-face with the truth.

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Ye'iitsoh (Big Monster)" is the best rated episode of "Dark Winds" season 3. It scored 8.1/10 based on 714 votes. Directed by Chris Eyre and written by John Wirth, Steven Judd, it aired on 3/9/2025. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Náá'tsoh (Big Eyes)".