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The Best Episodes of This Is Us Season 3

Every episode of This Is Us Season 3 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of This Is Us Season 3!

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Follows the lives and families of three adults living and growing up in the United States of America in present and past times. As their paths cross and their life stories intertwine in curious ways,

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    This Is Us Season 3 Episode 1 - Nine Bucks
    8.6/10(2067 votes)

    #1 - Nine Bucks

    S3:E1

    Big changes are afoot for Kate, Kevin and Randall as they celebrate their 38th birthday. Jack and Rebecca go on their first date. Deja turns a corner.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writers:Dan Fogelman, Elizabeth Berger, Isaac Aptaker

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  2. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 2 - A Philadelphia Story
    8.1/10(1737 votes)

    #2 - A Philadelphia Story

    S3:E2

    The Pearson family comes together to support Kevin at his movie premiere. The teenage Big Three confront college decisions in the wake of Jack's death. Kate and Toby start IVF.

    Director:Chris Koch
    Writer:Kay Oyegun

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  3. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 3 - Katie Girls
    8.5/10(1825 votes)

    #3 - Katie Girls

    S3:E3

    Jack's legacy impacts his adult children's lives in meaningful ways, as Kate undergoes a medical procedure, Kevin begins a search to discover his father's past and Randall makes a big decision. Rebecca makes the most important choice of her life.

    Director:Rebecca Asher
    Writer:Julia Brownell

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  4. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 4 - Vietnam
    8.0/10(1955 votes)

    #4 - Vietnam

    S3:E4

    A young Jack makes a decision that will impact the course of his life.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writers:Dan Fogelman, Tim O'Brien

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  5. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 5 - Toby
    8.2/10(1649 votes)

    #5 - Toby

    S3:E5

    Kate and Toby try to keep busy while waiting for big news. Randall embarks on a new journey. Kevin meets someone from his father's past.

    Director:Chris Koch
    Writer:K.J. Steinberg

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  6. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 6 - Kamsahamnida
    8.3/10(1647 votes)

    #6 - Kamsahamnida

    S3:E6

    Kate struggles with Toby's depression. Randall makes time for Kevin, who obsesses about Jack's past.

    Director:John Fortenberry
    Writer:Vera Herbert

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  7. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 7 - Sometimes
    8.3/10(1675 votes)

    #7 - Sometimes

    S3:E7

    Kevin and Zoe land in Vietnam. In the past, Jack and Rebecca take a road trip to Los Angeles. Jack's war story continues to be revealed.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:Bekah Brunstetter

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  8. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 8 - Six Thanksgivings
    8.1/10(1642 votes)

    #8 - Six Thanksgivings

    S3:E8

    The Pearsons have an unconventional Thanksgiving dinner. In the past, Jack, Rebecca and the big three spend Thanksgiving with Miguel.

    Director:Catherine Hardwicke
    Writer:Kevin Falls

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  9. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 9 - The Beginning Is the End Is the Beginning
    8.7/10(1868 votes)

    #9 - The Beginning Is the End Is the Beginning

    S3:E9

    Kevin arrives at the Ville his father served in. Kate pursues a new opportunity. Randall debates Councilman Solomon Brown. In the past, Jack struggles to get through to his brother.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:Shukree Hassan Tilghman

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  10. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 10 - The Last Seven Weeks
    8.4/10(1602 votes)

    #10 - The Last Seven Weeks

    S3:E10

    Randall's campaign comes to a close. Kevin meets someone from Zoe's past. Kate and Toby get ready for the baby.

    Director:Roxann Dawson
    Writer:Laura Kenar

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  11. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 11 - Songbird Road (1)
    9.1/10(2017 votes)

    #11 - Songbird Road (1)

    S3:E11

    Rebecca and the Big Three reckon with secrets Jack kept from them. Jack's Vietnam story continues to be revealed.

    Director:Chris Koch
    Writers:Kevin Falls, Tim O’Brien

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  12. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 12 - Songbird Road (2)
    8.4/10(1571 votes)

    #12 - Songbird Road (2)

    S3:E12

    Kevin attempts to help Nicky. Randall and Kate reflect on differing memories of their childhood.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writer:Julia Brownell

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  13. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 13 - Our Little Island Girl
    8.6/10(1860 votes)

    #13 - Our Little Island Girl

    S3:E13

    Beth's trip home to care for her mother sparks an unexpected realization.

    Director:Anne Fletcher
    Writer:Eboni Freeman

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  14. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 14 - The Graduates
    8.4/10(1509 votes)

    #14 - The Graduates

    S3:E14

    Kevin keeps a secret from Zoe. Randall gets unexpected news about Deja. In the past, the Big Three graduate from High School.

    Director:Sarah Boyd
    Writers:K.J. Steinberg, Danielle Bauman

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  15. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 15 - The Waiting Room
    8.2/10(1716 votes)

    #15 - The Waiting Room

    S3:E15

    Tensions run high as the Pearsons await news about Kate's pregnancy.

    Director:Kevin Hooks
    Writer:Bekah Brunstetter

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  16. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 16 - Don't Take My Sunshine Away
    8.0/10(1468 votes)

    #16 - Don't Take My Sunshine Away

    S3:E16

    Beth and Randall adjust to their new normal. Kate and Toby spend time with baby Jack. Zoe and Kevin work on their relationship.

    Director:George Tillman Jr.
    Writer:Vera Herbert

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  17. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 17 - R & B
    8.7/10(1682 votes)

    #17 - R & B

    S3:E17

    A history of Beth and Randall through the ages.

    Director:Kevin Hooks
    Writer:Kay Oyegun

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  18. This Is Us Season 3 Episode 18 - Her
    9.1/10(1987 votes)

    #18 - Her

    S3:E18

    Rebecca helps Kate and Toby care for baby Jack. Zoe and Kevin look after Tess and Annie. Randall and Beth consider how to move forward.

    Director:Ken Olin
    Writers:Elizabeth Berger, Isaac Aptaker

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"Nine Bucks" is the best rated episode of "This Is Us" season 3. It scored 8.6/10 based on 2067 votes. Directed by Ken Olin and written by Dan Fogelman, Elizabeth Berger, Isaac Aptaker, it aired on 9/25/2018. This episode is rated 0.5 points higher than the second-best, "A Philadelphia Story".