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13 episodes

Mad Men - Season 3

First aired Aug 16, 2009Season 3

Season three takes place six months after the conclusion of the second season and ends in December 1963. It chronicles the end of the "Camelot era" as the characters go through immense change in their professional and personal lives.

Episodes

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Episode 1

Out of Town

7.9
Aug 16, 200948 min18 votes

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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Episode 2

Love Among the Ruins

7.6
Aug 23, 200948 min16 votes

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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Episode 3

My Old Kentucky Home

7.7
Aug 30, 200948 min15 votes

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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Episode 4

The Arrangements

7.5
Sep 6, 200948 min15 votes

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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Episode 5

The Fog

7.8
Sep 13, 200948 min15 votes

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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Episode 6

Guy Walks Into an Advertising Agency

8.6
Sep 20, 200948 min16 votes

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

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Episode 7

Seven Twenty Three

8.2
Sep 27, 200948 min18 votes

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

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Episode 8

Souvenir

7.0
Oct 4, 200948 min19 votes

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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Episode 9

Wee Small Hours

6.9
Oct 11, 200948 min15 votes

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

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Episode 10

The Color Blue

7.9
Oct 18, 200948 min17 votes

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

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Episode 11

The Gypsy and the Hobo

8.8
Oct 25, 200948 min20 votes

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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Episode 12

The Grown-Ups

8.4
Nov 1, 200947 min14 votes

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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Episode 13

Shut the Door. Have a Seat

9.2
Nov 8, 200948 min20 votes

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.