The Best Episodes of Mad Men Season 3

In the third-season opener, Salvatore and Don take a business trip out of town. Pete Campbell and Ken Cosgrove worry about the changes at Sterling-Cooper and how the changes will impact them.

Director: Phil Abraham

Writer: Matthew Weiner

Don's father-in-law pays a visit to his daughter's family. Peggy works hard on a campaign while the firm tries to decide if they will accommodate an unusual request from a client. Elsewhere, Roger plans a wedding.

Director: Lesli Linka Glatter

Writer: Matthew Weiner, Cathryn Humphris

The writers make an attempt to stave off late-night boredom during a mandatory overtime session. Roger throws a party as Joan and Greg host their own party. Sally has a run-in with Grandpa.

Director: Jennifer Getzinger

Writer: Matthew Weiner, Dahvi Waller

Don and his father-in-law cross paths. Meanwhile, Peggy is in search of a new roommate; and a rich new client is excited to be doing business with the firm.

Director: Michael Uppendahl

Writer: Matthew Weiner, Andrew Colville

Sally's behavior causes concern for Don and Betty. Betty has an eye-opening dream that has a strange effect on her. Pete tries to work a new business angle in his dealings.

Director: Phil Abraham

Writer: Kater Gordon

Sterling Cooper receives a surprise visitor; Sally has been spooked by something (or someone); and Joan receives some shocking news.

Director: Lesli Linka Glatter

Writer: Robin Veith, Matthew Weiner

Betty tries her hand at local politics. Don is forced into thinking about the future. Peggy receives a luxurious gift.

Director: Daisy von Scherler Mayer

Writer: Matthew Weiner, André Jacquemetton, Maria Jacquemetton

Don decides to include Betty on a company business trip. Pete lends a hand to a neighbor in his apartment building.

Director: Phil Abraham

Writer: Matthew Weiner, Lisa Albert

There is trouble for Don and Sal in giving their clients what they ask for. Meanwhile, Betty hosts a fundraiser.

Director: Scott Hornbacher

Writer: Matthew Weiner, Dahvi Waller

The firm celebrates as they hit a milestone. Peggy and Paul compete to secure the same account.

Director: Michael Uppendahl

Writer: Matthew Weiner, Kater Gordon

A former client makes a return; Betty and her kids go on a trip; and Joan and Greg make plans for their future.

Director: Jennifer Getzinger

Writer: Matthew Weiner, Cathryn Humphris, Marti Noxon

Peggy's taste in men proves questionable. Pete has to make a big decision about his career and a candidate makes a big impression on Don.

Director: Barbet Schroeder

Writer: Matthew Weiner, Brett Johnson

Don has a big meeting with Connie about their future relationship. Betty is the beneficiary of some interesting advice and Pete has a serious sit-down with some clients.

Director: Matthew Weiner

Writer: Matthew Weiner, Erin Levy