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The Best Episodes of The Conners Season 3

Every episode of The Conners Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of The Conners Season 3!

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This iconic family—Dan, Jackie, Darlene, Becky and D.J.—grapples with parenthood, dating, an unexpected pregnancy, financial pressures, aging and in-laws in working-class America.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    The Conners Season 3 Episode 16 - A Fast Car, a Sudden Loss, and a Slow Decline
    7.8/10(228 votes)

    S3:E16

    Darlene learns some shocking news about an old friend, and the Conners come together to help someone close to them.

    Director:Jean Sagal
    Writer:Bruce Helford

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  2. The Conners Season 3 Episode 18 - Cheating, Revelations and a Box of Doll Heads
    7.8/10(238 votes)

    S3:E18

    Mark is stressed and exhausted from studying for an important entrance exam, so Darlene steps in to help, but her plan backfires.

    Director:Lynda Tarryk
    Writer:Bruce Rasmussen

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  3. The Conners Season 3 Episode 20 - Two Proposals, a Homecoming and a Bear
    7.5/10(212 votes)

    S3:E20

    Big changes are coming for the Conners, with not one but two proposals. Plus, Jackie uses her “JEOPARDY!” infamy to her advantage.

    Director:Jody Margolin Hahn
    Writers:Bruce Helford, Bruce Rasmussen, Dave Caplan

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  4. The Conners Season 3 Episode 2 - Halloween and the Election vs. the Pandemic
    7.4/10(296 votes)

    S3:E2

    Mary is devastated that Halloween has been canceled by the city, so Darlene and Becky enlist Jackie and the rest of the family to create an unforgettable experience. Meanwhile, Mark goes toe-to-toe with another kid at school who doesn’t believe in wearing a mask.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. The Conners Season 3 Episode 7 - A Cold Mom, a Brother Daddy and a Prison Baby
    7.4/10(242 votes)

    S3:E7

    Ben’s mom, Barb, arrives in town after an unexpected death and unveils shocking information from the past. Meanwhile, Becky and Emilio spend more time together.

    Director:Michael Arden
    Writers:Jana Hunter, Mitch Hunter

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  6. The Conners Season 3 Episode 11 - Panic Attacks, Hardware Store and Big Mouth Billy Bass
    7.4/10(233 votes)

    S3:E11

    Darlene starts to feel the pressures of her new job which result in a health scare. Meanwhile, Dan attempts to help Ben out at the hardware store, but the two don’t always see eye to eye on running the business.

    Director:Jude Weng
    Writers:Bruce Helford, Bruce Rasmussen, Dave Caplan

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  7. The Conners Season 3 Episode 15 - An Old Dog, New Tricks and a Ticket to Ride
    7.4/10(233 votes)

    S3:E15

    Becky is working double shifts and taking classes at the community college, resulting in less time with her daughter, Beverly Rose. Meanwhile, Dan decides to foster an elderly dog.

    Director:Jude Weng
    Writer:Erica Montolfo-Bura

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  8. The Conners Season 3 Episode 3 - Plastics, Trash Talk & Darlene Antoinette
    7.3/10(258 votes)

    S3:E3

    Darlene isolates herself from her co-workers at Wellman Plastics, leaving them with the impression she is an elitist snob, while Louise decides to teach Harris an expensive life lesson. Jackie has invested everything she has into The Lunch Box and is determined to keep the restaurant running no matter what, leaving some family members to question her actions.

    Director:Jody Margolin Hahn
    Writer:Dave Caplan

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  9. The Conners Season 3 Episode 6 - Protest, Drug Test and One Leaves the Nest
    7.3/10(262 votes)

    S3:E6

    CloseHarris’ job is in jeopardy after joining a protest she strongly believes in, leading to tense discussions within the family. Jackie makes a visit to Wellman Plastics only to realize the company is instituting supervised drug testing, inspiring Becky to lead her own protest.

    Director:Lynda Tarryk
    Writer:Debby Wolfe

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  10. The Conners Season 3 Episode 14 - Money, Booze and Lies
    7.3/10(226 votes)

    S3:E14

    Becky meets up with an old friend and feels pressured to impress him while Dan questions his position at the hardware store, leading to a massive fight between him and Ben.

    Director:Lynda Tarryk
    Writer:Debby Wolfe

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  11. The Conners Season 3 Episode 17 - Regrets, Rehabs and Realtors
    7.3/10(217 votes)

    S3:E17

    Dan encounters a surprise visitor who shares some unsolicited advice, leaving him feeling guilty. Meanwhile, Darlene welcomes a new employee to Wellman Plastics.

    Director:Lynda Tarryk
    Writer:Dave Caplan

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  12. The Conners Season 3 Episode 19 - Jeopardé, Sobrieté, and Infidelité
    7.3/10(208 votes)

    S3:E19

    Darlene makes a decision about her trip to Hawaii, leading to a heated encounter with Barb; Becky gives a presentation on addiction to Mark's class.

    Director:Jody Margolin Hahn
    Writers:Bruce Helford, Amy Fox, Dave Caplan

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  13. The Conners Season 3 Episode 1 - Keep On Truckin' Six Feet Apart
    7.2/10(310 votes)

    S3:E1

    The Conners are back and dealing with the pandemic, and life's financial troubles loom over the family. Dan is still trying to catch up on back-mortgage payments and avoid a potential eviction, while the Lunch Box is closed for everything but takeout and delivery. Becky and Darlene are both forced to search for additional income at the newly reopened Wellman Plastics plant.

    Director:Jody Margolin Hahn
    Writer:Bruce Helford

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  14. The Conners Season 3 Episode 4 - Birthdays, Babies and Emotional Support Chickens
    7.2/10(261 votes)

    S3:E4

    It's Beverly Rose's first birthday - but it's not all cake and candles - when Becky and Emilio disagree on what kind of party they should have. Meanwhile, Jackie is introduced to someone who wants to be more than friends.

    Director:Fred Savage
    Writer:Bruce Rasmussen

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  15. The Conners Season 3 Episode 8 - Young Love, Old Lions and Middle-Aged Hyenas
    7.2/10(240 votes)

    S3:E8

    Harris brings home her new friend, Josh, leaving the family questioning his intentions. Meanwhile, Becky and Ben’s attempt to build a closet stirs up family drama.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. The Conners Season 3 Episode 9 - Promotions, Podcasts and Magic Tea
    7.1/10(229 votes)

    S3:E9

    Darlene earns a promotion at Wellman Plastics, while Ben decides on a new career path. Meanwhile, Jackie tries an herbal tea leading to an emotional revelation.

    Director:Gail Mancuso
    Writer:Amy Fox

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  17. The Conners Season 3 Episode 5 - Friends in High Places and Horse Surgery
    7.0/10(260 votes)

    S3:E5

    Darlene begins to develop a friendship with a manager at Wellman Plastics, which lands her in an awkward situation between the boss and her sister, Becky. Meanwhile, Louise's brother, Neville, tries to win over Jackie by making a thoughtful gesture, creating uncomfortable tension.

    Director:Fred Savage
    Writers:Jana Hunter, Mitch Hunter

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  18. The Conners Season 3 Episode 10 - Who Are Bosses, Boats and Eckhart Tolle?
    7.0/10(243 votes)

    S3:E10

    Chuck's new purchase of a boat creates a rift between Dan and his long-time friend. Meanwhile, Darlene hires her first assistant at Wellman's Plastics but soon realizes she is anything but helpful, leading Darlene to question her decision.

    Director:Lynda Tarryk
    Writer:Erica Montolfo-Bura

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  19. The Conners Season 3 Episode 13 - Walden Pond, a Staycation and the Axis Powers
    7.0/10(228 votes)

    S3:E13

    Dan feels helpless when Louise refuses to let him put himself at risk for her. Meanwhile, when Jackie learns the competing restaurants are posting negative reviews about The Lunch Box, she recruits Neville to help her confront them.

    Director:Jody Margolin Hahn
    Writer:Emily R. Wilson

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  20. The Conners Season 3 Episode 12 - A Stomach Ache, a Heartbreak and a Grave Mistake
    6.8/10(239 votes)

    S3:E12

    Mark is stressed out and feeling sick, convinced he has COVID-19. Meanwhile, Becky and Harris team up to confront Josh who has been “ghosting” Harris. And when Jackie visits Roseanne’s grave, she finds an appalling headstone right next to it and sets out to make it right.

    Director:Michael Arden
    Writer:Emily R. Wilson

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"A Fast Car, a Sudden Loss, and a Slow Decline" is the best rated episode of "The Conners" season 3. It scored 7.8/10 based on 228 votes. Directed by Jean Sagal and written by Bruce Helford, it aired on 4/7/2021. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Cheating, Revelations and a Box of Doll Heads".