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The Best Episodes of Dark Winds Season 3

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

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 1 - Ye'iitsoh (Big Monster)
    8.0/10(1020 votes)

    S3:E1

    Lt. Joe Leaphorn and Sgt. Jim Chee investigate the disappearance of a Navajo boy. Manuelito makes a sinister discovery while adjusting to life on the border patrol. An FBI agent comes to solve a case linked to Leaphorn's recent past.

    Director:Chris Eyre
    Writers:John Wirth, Steven Judd

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  2. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 7 - T'áá Áłts'íísígo (Just a Small Piece)
    8.0/10(715 votes)

    S3:E7

    Leaphorn and Chee retrace their steps after uncovering a vital clue; Special Agent Washington presses for more information; Manuelito moves quickly to execute a search warrant.

    Director:Steven Judd
    Writers:Thomas Brady, Erica Tremblay

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  3. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 4 - Chahałheeł (Darkness Falls)
    7.9/10(761 votes)

    S3:E4

    Chee pays Manuelito a visit after discovering a link between their cases. Leaphorn pursues a fugitive suspect. Special Agent Washington interviews an eyewitness to the crime she's investigating.

    Director:Chris Eyre
    Writers:Thomas Brady, Erica Tremblay

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  4. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 8 - Béésh Łį́į (Iron Horse)
    7.9/10(761 votes)

    S3:E8

    Leaphorn and Chee call upon all their resources to solve the case and serve justice after learning the identity of the killer. Bernadette fights for her life after coming face-to-face with the truth.

    Director:Chris Eyre
    Writers:John Wirth, Steven Judd

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  5. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 2 - Náá'tsoh (Big Eyes)
    7.8/10(835 votes)

    S3:E2

    Leaphorn and Chee find themselves on a manhunt after making a shocking discovery. Special Agent Washington questions Leaphorn about a person of interest. Manuelito puts her job on the line when she searches for answers at a local ranch.

    Director:Michael Nankin
    Writer:Rhiana Yazzie

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  6. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 3 - Ch'į́į́dii (Ghosts)
    7.8/10(789 votes)

    S3:E3

    After a close call, Leaphorn and Chee follow the trail of a new suspect. The discovery of a body sends Special Agent Washington in a different direction. Manuelito puts a target on her back as she digs deeper into the mystery.

    Director:Michael Nankin
    Writers:Billy Luther, Max Hurwitz

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  7. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 5 - Tsékǫ̨' Hasą́ní (Coal Mine Canyon)
    7.8/10(761 votes)

    S3:E5

    Following a grisly murder, Leaphorn and Chee strike out on their own when the FBI take over their case. Special Agent Washington pays the Leaphorns an unexpected visit. Manuelito searches for evidence south of the border.

    Director:Billy Luther
    Writers:John Wirth, Steven Judd

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  8. Dark Winds Season 3 Episode 6 - Ábidoo'niidę́ę́ (What We Had Been Told)
    6.4/10(1143 votes)

    S3:E6

    Leaphorn is forced to confront his worst fears and darkest memories when he puts his life on the line to prevent another murder.

    Director:Erica Tremblay
    Writers:Billy Luther, Max Hurwitz

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Ye'iitsoh (Big Monster)" is the best rated episode of Dark Winds season 3. It scored 8.0/10 from 1,020 votes. Directed by Chris Eyre and written by John Wirth, Steven Judd, it aired on March 9, 2025.