The Best Episodes of Mad Men Season 3
Every episode of Mad Men Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Mad Men Season 3!
Set in 1960-1970 New York, this sexy, stylized and provocative drama follows the lives of the ruthlessly competitive men and women of Madison Avenue advertising.
Season 3 Ratings Summary
The best episode of "Mad Men" season 3 is "Out of Town", rated 8.2/10 from 2705 user votes. It was directed by Phil Abraham and written by Matthew Weiner. "Out of Town" aired on 8/16/2009 and is rated 0.4 point(s) higher than the second highest rated, "Love Among the Ruins".
8.2/10 2,705 votes#1 - Out of Town
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 8/16/2009
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
7.8/10 2,510 votes#2 - Love Among the Ruins
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 8/23/2009
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: Cathryn Humphris, Matthew Weiner
8.1/10 2,681 votes#3 - My Old Kentucky Home
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 8/30/2009
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: Dahvi Waller, Matthew Weiner
8.0/10 2,511 votes#4 - The Arrangements
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 9/6/2009
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: Andrew Colville, Matthew Weiner
8.0/10 2,529 votes#5 - The Fog
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 9/13/2009
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
9.1/10 3,435 votes#6 - Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 9/20/2009
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
8.4/10 2,599 votes#7 - Seven Twenty Three
Season 3 Episode 7 - Aired 9/27/2009
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: Maria Jacquemetton, André Jacquemetton, Matthew Weiner
8.0/10 2,480 votes#8 - Souvenir
Season 3 Episode 8 - Aired 10/4/2009
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: Lisa Albert, Matthew Weiner
8.2/10 2,442 votes#9 - Wee Small Hours
Season 3 Episode 9 - Aired 10/11/2009
There is trouble for Don and Sal in giving their clients what they ask for. Meanwhile, Betty hosts a fundraiser.
Director: Scott Hornbacher
Writer: Dahvi Waller, Matthew Weiner
8.3/10 2,499 votes#10 - The Color Blue
Season 3 Episode 10 - Aired 10/18/2009
The firm celebrates as they hit a milestone. Peggy and Paul compete to secure the same account.
Director: Michael Uppendahl
Writer: Kater Gordon, Matthew Weiner
9.2/10 3,390 votes#11 - The Gypsy and the Hobo
Season 3 Episode 11 - Aired 10/25/2009
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: Cathryn Humphris, Marti Noxon, Matthew Weiner
8.9/10 2,893 votes#12 - The Grown-Ups
Season 3 Episode 12 - Aired 11/1/2009
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: Brett Johnson, Matthew Weiner
9.7/10 5,291 votes#13 - Shut the Door. Have a Seat
Season 3 Episode 13 - Aired 11/8/2009
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: Erin Levy, Matthew Weiner