8.3/101,318 votes#1 - The Ungrateful Dead (3)
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 10/25/2013
A panicked Juliette, Monroe, and Rosalee enlist Hank's help in fending off a zombie hoard while trying to figure out what happened to Nick. Knowing the truth, Captain Renard takes measures to help rescue Nick from the clutches of his brother, Eric. Elsewhere, along with the help of the mysterious Stefania, Adalind finds herself facing her most gruesome task yet in her effort to regain her Hexenbiest abilities.
Director: Norberto Barba
Writer: David Greenwalt, Jim Kouf
8.3/101,144 votes#2 - PTZD (4)
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 11/1/2013
Monroe, Hank, Rosalee and Juliette track down a manic Nick and do all they can to find him and reverse what's been done to him before he causes any more damage. Meanwhile, Captain Renard does his best to clean up the zombie fallout on all fronts - domestic and international. Elsewhere, the more time Adalind spends with Stefania, the more disturbing things seem to get in her quest to regain her Hexenbiest abilities.
Director: Eric Laneuville
Writer: David Greenwalt, Jim Kouf
8.1/101,096 votes#3 - A Dish Best Served Cold
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 11/8/2013
A series of disturbing crime scenes leads Nick and Hank to the resurrection of an old feud that's all too familiar for Nick and Monroe. With the news of a royal family member's demise, several key players start to make their move. Meanwhile despite his recent trauma, Nick finds himself healthier than normal and Monroe and Rosalee talk about moving their relationship forward.
Director: Karen Gaviola
Writer: Rob Wright
8.2/101,167 votes#4 - One Night Stand
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 11/15/2013
When Nick and Hank investigate a drowning death with mysterious marks on the victim’s ankles, they happen upon a group of water-bound Wesen with a deadly postcoital cuddle. Meanwhile, Rosalee starts unpacking her things at Monroe’s, and Captain Renard makes a startling realization about the possible identities of the Royal Baby’s parents.
Director: Steven DePaul
Writer: Sean Calder
8.3/101,118 votes#5 - El Cucuy
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 11/29/2013
Nick and Hank are on the case as repeat instances of apparent vigilantism have whispers of an old Spanish legend making their way through a working-class Portland neighborhood. Elsewhere, Juliette learns the truth about Nick’s mother. Meanwhile, Adalind has a brief scare during her ultrasound.
Director: John Behring
Writer: Michael Golamco
8.1/101,094 votes#6 - Stories We Tell Our Young
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 12/6/2013
Nick faces his toughest challenge yet when he and Hank investigate a case that combines religious phenomenon with the dark dealings of the Wesen Council. Meanwhile, Rosalee is torn when Nick's case challenges her Wesen loyalties. Elsewhere, Captain Renard leaves town to tend to some "family matters."
Director: Aaron Lipstadt
Writer: Michael Duggan
8.0/101,063 votes#7 - Cold Blooded
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 12/13/2013
As a deadly crime spree begins to surface, a century-old urban legend takes shape in Portland's sewers and becomes Nick's latest case. In Europe, Adalind meets Prince Viktor, who’s come to bring those responsible for his cousin Eric’s demise to justice. Meanwhile, Captain Renard responds to the recent attempt on his life.
Director: Terrence O'Hara
Writer: Thomas Ian Griffith
8.4/101,153 votes#8 - Twelve Days of Krampus
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 12/13/2013
After a string of delinquent teens go missing, an old Wesen tale of an evil Santa who brings more than just a lump of coal may be the prime suspect. The investigation intensifies as Nick and Hank take things a little too far. Meanwhile, Monroe enlists Juliet to surprise Rosalee for their first Christmas together with unintended results. Elsewhere, Captain Renard’s tour of Europe brings him closer to tracking down Adalind.
Director: Tawnia McKiernan
Writer: Dan E. Fesman
8.1/101,088 votes#9 - Red Menace
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 1/3/2014
Nick and Hank investigate a Wesen "healer" whose ability holds risks that far outweigh its rewards. Meanwhile, Juliette takes in a friend when domestic issues escalate and Hank makes a move on his physical therapist Zuri. Elsewhere, Captain Renard finally tracks down Adalind and has a stern warning for her.
Director: Allan Kroeker
Writer: Alan DiFiore
8.1/101,076 votes#10 - Eye of the Beholder
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 1/10/2014
Nick and Hank are called to the scene of a gang-related homicide. The case escalates as Zuri, Hank’s physical therapist, and her brother get caught up in the investigation. Meanwhile, Juliette seeks advice from Rosalee in dealing with the news that her friend is Wesen.
Director: Peter Werner
Writer: Thomas Ian Griffith
7.9/101,063 votes#11 - The Good Soldier
Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 1/17/2014
Nick and Hank are called to the gruesome murder of a veteran working in home security. During their investigation, they discover this might be one of several revenge killings regarding a horrifying cover-up involving members of the army and military contractors. On the domestic front, Monroe accompanies Rosalee during her long overdue reunion with her mother and sister. In Europe, Adalind sees hints of what she thinks might be her powers returning.
Director: Rashaad Ernesto Green
Writer: Rob Wright
8.5/101,098 votes#12 - The Wild Hunt (1)
Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 1/24/2014
Nick and Hank investigate a cop killer who scalps his victims. Meanwhile, Juliette begins to communicate with Nick's mom via email and Adalind finds herself much closer to delivering her baby than she previously thought. Elsewhere, Monroe's parents decide to surprise him and Rosalee with an early arrival to Portland after learning some exciting news.
Director: Rob Bailey
Writer: David Greenwalt, Jim Kouf
8.8/101,150 votes#13 - Revelation (2)
Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 2/28/2014
Monroe fights an impossible battle to convince his parents to embrace the life choices he’s made. Meanwhile, Nick turns to Juliette to help him figure out the Wesen aspect of his cop-killing scalper investigation. On the Royal Baby front, Captain Renard learns new information that forces him to contact Adalind in the interest of keeping her and the baby safe from Viktor.
Director: Terrence O'Hara
Writer: David Greenwalt, Jim Kouf
8.5/101,115 votes#14 - Mommy Dearest
Season 3 Episode 14 - Aired 3/7/2014
A horrible new predator creeps into Portland with its sight set on a young expectant couple who are close friends of Sgt. Wu. Nick and Hank must figure out how to deal with Wu as the investigation escalates. Meanwhile, Adalind prepares for a special delivery while her enemies are hot on her trail.
Director: Norberto Barba
Writer: Brenna Kouf
8.1/101,032 votes#15 - Once We Were Gods
Season 3 Episode 15 - Aired 3/14/2014
Nick and Hank find themselves thrown into the middle of an ancient battle and things heat up when the Wesen Council decides to get involved. Monroe and Rosalee fill everyone in on early Wesen history. Meanwhile, Sgt. Wu is still reeling from the events he recently experienced. As things heat up in Europe, one of the Resistance’s most trusted allies gets compromised as he tries to protect Adalind.
Director: Steven DePaul
Writer: Alan DiFiore
8.0/101,074 votes#16 - The Show Must Go On
Season 3 Episode 16 - Aired 3/21/2014
A double homicide leads Nick and Hank to a traveling carnival where the performers are not what they seem. To get a better understanding of what's going on behind the scenes Monroe and Rosalee go undercover. On the wedding front, Monroe has a really important question for Nick. In Austria, an invaluable member of the Resistance makes the ultimate sacrifice to help Adalind.
Director: Paul A. Kaufman
Writer: Kyle McVey, Marc Gaffen
8.7/101,094 votes#17 - Synchronicity
Season 3 Episode 17 - Aired 4/4/2014
The Resistance's plan to keep Adalind safe gets kicked into high gear when an unexpected ally arrives to ensure she and the baby make it out of Europe safely. In Portland, as Monroe and Rosalee prepare for their upcoming wedding, Nick and Juliette are reminded of their failed proposal.
Director: David Solomon
Writer: Michael Golamco
8.8/101,132 votes#18 - The Law of Sacrifice
Season 3 Episode 18 - Aired 4/11/2014
Nick and his mom, Kelly Burkhardt, join forces to protect Adalind's baby. Meanwhile, Prince Viktor activates a deadly stateside asset to find Adalind and her child.
Director: Terrence O'Hara
Writer: Michael Duggan
8.5/101,129 votes#19 - Nobody Knows the Trubel I've Seen
Season 3 Episode 19 - Aired 4/25/2014
Nick and Hank investigate a dangerous female suspect leaving a trail of Wesen in her wake. Elsewhere, Adalind takes measures into her own hands, even if that means forging a dangerous alliance.
Director: Norberto Barba
Writer: David Greenwalt, Jim Kouf
8.3/101,062 votes#20 - My Fair Wesen
Season 3 Episode 20 - Aired 5/2/2014
When Nick brings Trubel on a ride along with Hank, they end up investigating the murder of a young woman; Adalind is hopeful after making a discovery.
Director: Clark Mathis
Writer: Sean Calder
8.7/101,064 votes#21 - The Inheritance
Season 3 Episode 21 - Aired 5/9/2014
Nick and Hank learn the victims of the homicide they are investigating were from a special section of the Verrat; Renard grows suspicious of Adalind's behavior.
Director: Eric Laneuville
Writer: Dan E. Fesman
9.1/101,374 votes#22 - Blonde Ambition
Season 3 Episode 22 - Aired 5/16/2014
Rosalee and Monroe's big day arrives; a realization shakes Juliette and Nick's relationship to its core; Adalind's plan leads to a catastrophic event.
Director: Norberto Barba
Writer: David Greenwalt, Jim Kouf
The Best Episodes of Grimm Season 3
Every episode of Grimm Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Grimm Season 3!
After Portland homicide detective Nick Burkhardt discovers he's descended from an elite line of criminal profilers known as "Grimms," he increasingly finds his responsibilities as...
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Season 3 Ratings Summary
"The Ungrateful Dead (3)" is the best rated episode of "Grimm" season 3. It scored 8.3/10 based on 1318 votes. Directed by Norberto Barba and written by David Greenwalt, Jim Kouf, it aired on 10/25/2013. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "PTZD (4)".