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The Best Episodes of Bored to Death Season 3

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

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Jonathan Ames, a young Brooklyn writer, is feeling lost. He's just gone through a painful break-up, thanks in part to his drinking, can't write his second novel, and carouses too much with his magazine editor.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Bored to Death Season 3 Episode 8 - Nothing I Can't Handle by Running Away
    7.9/10(304 votes)

    S3:E8

    In the Season 3 finale, George celebrates Emily and Bernard’s wedding; and Ray is comforted by his son, Spencer. Meanwhile, Jonathan considers breaking up with his new girlfriend, but when he’s kidnapped, an army of Super Ray fans spring into action.

    Director:Adam Bernstein
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Bored to Death Season 3 Episode 7 - Forget the Herring
    7.7/10(292 votes)

    S3:E7

    Rose Hiney connects with Jonathan on new leads. George and Ray attempt to right their unrightable wrongs.

    Director:Adam Bernstein
    Writer:Rachel Axler

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  3. Bored to Death Season 3 Episode 2 - Gumball!
    7.6/10(287 votes)

    S3:E2

    On the run from the police, Jonathan and Ray turn to Howard for help with trying to find out who framed Jonathan for murder, while George runs interference for them in his own inimitable, marijuana-induced way.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Martin Gero

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  4. Bored to Death Season 3 Episode 3 - The Black Clock of Time
    7.6/10(285 votes)

    S3:E3

    Already nervous about his appearance on "The New Dick Cavett Show," Jonathan is thrown for a loop when another scheduled guest happens to be his nemesis, Louis Greene. Meanwhile, Ray's attentiveness as a father is tested; and George is floored by Emily and Bernard's latest news.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Bored to Death Season 3 Episode 1 - The Blonde in the Woods
    7.5/10(320 votes)

    S3:E1

    After celebrating the release of his new book, Jonathan learns some distressing familial news. George reunites with his daughter Emily and Ray spends time with his biological son Spencer. Meanwhile, Jonathan's latest case leaves him in a precarious position.

    Director:Michael Lehmann
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Bored to Death Season 3 Episode 6 - Two Large Pearls and a Bar of Gold
    7.4/10(272 votes)

    S3:E6

    Jonathan's college sweetheart hires him to guard her wedding jewels and remind her of their prenuptial pact.

    Director:Tristram Shapeero
    Writer:Mike Schwartz

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  7. Bored to Death Season 3 Episode 4 - We Could Sing a Duet
    7.3/10(276 votes)

    S3:E4

    George urges Jonathan to show Emily what it's like to be out with a younger man, but they wind up on a stakeout with a wannabe gumshoe impersonating Jonathan. Meanwhile, George goes out on the town with Bernard, but is shocked to learn that Richard Antrem is a competing restaurateur; and Ray is drawn to an older woman after a fight with Leah.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Bored to Death Season 3 Episode 5 - I Keep Taking Baths Like Lady MacBeth
    7.3/10(267 votes)

    S3:E5

    Jonathan and George see a "friendship" counselor. George begins taking singing lessons from Josephine, a delightful pothead. Jonathan attempts to win back George's affection. Ray becomes irresistible to women.

    Director:Tristram Shapeero
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Nothing I Can't Handle by Running Away" is the best rated episode of "Bored to Death" season 3. It scored 7.9/10 based on 304 votes. Directed by Adam Bernstein and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/28/2011. This episode is rated 0.2 points higher than the second-best, "Forget the Herring".