7.7/10128 votes#1 - Mickey Ears, $19.99
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 9/21/2022
Tom finds out that Connor is his new boss, which threatens to ruin Marina's perfectly planned trip to the Happiest Place on Earth - Disneyland Resort in California.
Director: Victor Nelli Jr.
Writer: Michael Colton, John Aboud
7.8/10103 votes#2 - Melatonin 10mg Tablets, $14.99
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 9/28/2022
Tom begins publicity for his new book; Marina takes on the redesign of Gretchen's room, which causes a lot of stress at home and in the bedroom; Sarah, Denise and the kids have to crash at Connor's house when their apartment floods.
Director: Dean Holland
Writer: Melissa Hunter
7.7/10101 votes#3 - Sushi for Twelve, $482 plus delivery
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 10/5/2022
With a house full of Hayworths, nothing is off limits for discussion - including Tom and Marina's lives in, and out, of the bedroom. Connor's patience as host is running thin so as a thank you, Sarah and Denise strategize a creative way to show their appreciation.
Director: Betsy Thomas
Writer: Jason Belleville
8.3/10113 votes#4 - Wedding Bouquet, $125
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 10/12/2022
Reflecting on the past, we flashback to Tom and Marina's wedding day. A defining moment in all the Hayworth's lives, this catastrophic reception proves that while you cannot have your cake and eat it too, family sticks together for richer or poorer, better or worse.
Director: Michael McDonald
Writer: Julieanne Smolinski
7.9/10102 votes#5 - Live With Kelly And Ryan Hoodie, Complimentary
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 10/19/2022
With the press tour for Tom's book in full swing, Connor and Marina accompany him to promote his book in New York on one of Americas top daytime talk shows. Meanwhile, Sarah and Denise get a little too comfortable living at Connor's house, which sends the wrong message to Shamiah.
Director: Betsy Thomas
Writer: Damir Konjicija, Dario Konjicija
8.3/10103 votes#6 - Novel Signed by Author, $22.19
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 10/26/2022
It’s Halloween and everyone is on edge! Especially Tom who fears nobody will attend his in-person book reading – except for his No. 1 fan that is. Though the family presumes her to be a stalker, the mysterious woman turns out to be something even more shocking.
Director: Victor Nelli Jr.
Writer: Tucker Cawley
7.9/1098 votes#7 - Model Train Set, $150
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 11/2/2022
After the shocking discovery of a new-half sibling, Tom, Sarah and Connor are tasked with breaking the unexpected news to their parents. Meanwhile, Marina and Denise team up to confront Denise's stubborn landlord.
Director: Giovani Lampassi
Writer: Lauren Tyler
8.2/10104 votes#8 - Wheel of Vegan Brie, $24
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 11/16/2022
It's Thanksgiving at the Hayworths, though this year feels a bit different with one extra chair at the table. While Tom, Sarah and Connor wrestle with their conflicting emotions, Marina and Denise see this new addition to the family as a potential chance to gain a new "normal."
Director: Keith Powell
Writer: Lynn Sternberger
7.8/10103 votes#9 - Sunday New York Times, $6
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 11/30/2022
The success of Tom's book sparks a change in the financial tides; and, with the extra cash in hand, Marina encourages him to spend some money on himself. Meanwhile, Denise's parents shake things up during their visit to town. With their reveal of some surprising news, an unexpected Hayworth comes to her rescue.
Director: Jimmy Tatro
Writer: Tasha Henderson
7.9/1096 votes#10 - Santa Suit Rental, $25 Per Day
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 12/7/2022
The most wonderful time of the year brings some unforeseen financial troubles for one member of the Hayworth family. With the help of the entire brood and some holiday magic, the Hayworths are reminded that there's nothing better than being home for the holidays.
Director: Shahrzad Davani
Writer: Jason Belleville
8.1/1095 votes#11 - Gallon of Milk, $4.35
Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 1/4/2023
After Marina begins working with a hunky new contractor, Tom's envy causes him to overcompensate. Meanwhile, Connor involves Denise in his scheme to impress a new woman.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.8/1090 votes#12 - Limited Edition Boom Boom Dojo JollyBot, $45.99
Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 1/11/2023
Marina's confession about her sensual Santiago dreams opens the door to new levels of transparency between her and Tom. Meanwhile, Connor takes things to the next level romantically, and Denise gets a special gift for Kelvin.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
7.6/1085 votes#13 - Emergency Preparedness Kit, $129.99
Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 1/18/2023
A natural disaster strikes, trapping the family under one roof and without power. As their electronic battery lives are depleted, the Hayworths are left with nothing to do but examine their own lives on the season three finale.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
The Best Episodes of Home Economics Season 3
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The heartwarming yet uncomfortable relationship between three adult siblings: one in the 1%, one middle-class and one barely holding on.
Genre:Comedy
Network:ABC
Season 3 Ratings Summary
"Mickey Ears, $19.99" is the best rated episode of "Home Economics" season 3. It scored 7.7/10 based on 128 votes. Directed by Victor Nelli Jr. and written by Michael Colton, John Aboud, it aired on 9/21/2022. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Melatonin 10mg Tablets, $14.99".