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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!

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.
Genre:Drama
Network:AMC

Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Out of Town" is the best rated episode of "Mad Men" season 3. It scored 8.2/10 based on 2758 votes. Directed by Phil Abraham and written by Matthew Weiner, it aired on 8/16/2009. This episode is rated 0.4 points higher than the second-best, "Love Among the Ruins".

  • Out of Town
    8.2/102,758 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

  • Love Among the Ruins
    7.8/102,563 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: Matthew Weiner, Cathryn Humphris

  • My Old Kentucky Home
    8.1/102,732 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: Matthew Weiner, Dahvi Waller

  • The Arrangements
    8.0/102,558 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: Matthew Weiner, Andrew Colville

  • The Fog
    8.0/102,580 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

  • Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency
    9.1/103,498 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

  • Seven Twenty Three
    8.4/102,651 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: Matthew Weiner, André Jacquemetton, Maria Jacquemetton

  • Souvenir
    8.0/102,528 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: Matthew Weiner, Lisa Albert

  • Wee Small Hours
    8.2/102,492 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: Matthew Weiner, Dahvi Waller

  • The Color Blue
    8.3/102,554 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: Matthew Weiner, Kater Gordon

  • The Gypsy and the Hobo
    9.2/103,453 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: Matthew Weiner, Cathryn Humphris, Marti Noxon

  • The Grown-Ups
    8.9/102,952 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: Matthew Weiner, Brett Johnson

  • Shut the Door. Have a Seat
    9.7/105,386 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: Matthew Weiner, Erin Levy