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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!

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.

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  1. 9.7/10(5.6k votes)

    #1 - Shut the Door. Have a Seat

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    S3:E13

    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.

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  2. 9.2/10(3.6k votes)

    #2 - The Gypsy and the Hobo

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    S3:E11

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

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  3. 9.1/10(3.6k votes)

    #3 - Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency

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    S3:E6

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

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  4. 8.9/10(3.1k votes)

    #4 - The Grown-Ups

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    S3:E12

    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.

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  5. 8.4/10(2.7k votes)

    #5 - Seven Twenty Three

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    S3:E7

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

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  6. 8.3/10(2.6k votes)

    #6 - The Color Blue

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    S3:E10

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

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  8. 8.2/10(2.9k votes)

    #7 - Out of Town

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    S3:E1

    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.

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  9. 8.1/10(2.8k votes)

    #8 - My Old Kentucky Home

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    S3:E3

    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.

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  10. 8.1/10(2.6k votes)

    #9 - Wee Small Hours

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    S3:E9

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

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  11. 8.0/10(2.7k votes)

    #10 - The Arrangements

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    S3:E4

    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.

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  12. 8.0/10(2.7k votes)

    #11 - The Fog

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    S3:E5

    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.

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  13. 7.9/10(2.6k votes)

    #12 - Souvenir

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    S3:E8

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

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  14. 7.8/10(2.7k votes)

    #13 - Love Among the Ruins

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    S3:E2

    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.

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Shut the Door. Have a Seat" is the best rated episode of "Mad Men" season 3. It scored 9.7/10 based on 5594 votes. Directed by Matthew Weiner and written by Matthew Weiner, Erin Levy, it aired on 11/8/2009. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "The Gypsy and the Hobo".