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The Best Episodes of Walker Season 3

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

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Cordell Walker, a widower and father of two with his own moral code, returns home to Austin after being undercover for two years, only to discover there's harder work to be done at home.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Walker Season 3 Episode 1 - World on a String
    8.6/10(937 votes)

    #1 - World on a String

    S3:E1

    It’s graduation day and the Walker family is turning a corner into a seemingly hopeful future that is until Cordell goes missing, and his mysterious captors are trying to break him down physically and mentally. Meanwhile, Captain James, Cassie and the rest of the Rangers have all hands on deck to bring Cordell home safely but Stella has ideas of her own on how she can help.

    Director:Steve Robin
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Walker Season 3 Episode 2 - Sittin' on a Rainbow
    8.5/10(837 votes)

    #2 - Sittin' on a Rainbow

    S3:E2

    While Cassie and James lead the charge to find Walker, the situation goes from bad to worse when Liam also goes missing. Meanwhile, Stella and August pursue a lead of their own.

    Director:Austin Nichols
    Writer:Aaron Carew

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  3. Walker Season 3 Episode 3 - Rubber Meets the Road
    8.0/10(775 votes)

    #3 - Rubber Meets the Road

    S3:E3

    Time is pushing forward but Cordell is stuck trying to convince everyone, including himself that he has moved on from the hell of captivity. Meanwhile, Stella comes clean to her dad about how she has been feeling and Bonham shares with Liam a way to work through his trauma.

    Director:Aprill Winney
    Writers:Brandon Willer, Bret VandenBos

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  4. Walker Season 3 Episode 4 - Wild Horses Couldn't Drag Me Away
    8.2/10(731 votes)

    #4 - Wild Horses Couldn't Drag Me Away

    S3:E4

    Walker, Cassie and Captain James team up to put Trey through the final stages of his training, a “Rangers hell-week” that will ensure he’s ready to join the ranks of the elite organization, but it’s not only Trey who is put to the test, Walker hasn’t worked with Cassie in weeks and both struggle to get their partnership back in sync.

    Director:Chad Dashnaw
    Writer:Russel Friend

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  5. Walker Season 3 Episode 5 - Mum's the Word
    8.4/10(719 votes)

    #5 - Mum's the Word

    S3:E5

    During a would-be simple assignment, a misunderstanding causes Walker and Cassie to examine where they are in life and what lies ahead. Meanwhile, August strives to roll with the cool kids to disastrous results and Trey struggles with what being a Ranger means for his relationship with his mother.

    Director:Stephanie Martin
    Writer:Blythe Ann Johnson

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  6. Walker Season 3 Episode 6 - Something There That Wasn't There Before
    8.4/10(702 votes)

    #6 - Something There That Wasn't There Before

    S3:E6

    Walker makes good on his promise to Liam to finally discuss captivity, and painful details from the past inform the present to help the Rangers eliminate a dangerous threat. Meanwhile, a new case forces Cassie to confront her aversion to dating.

    Director:Peter B. Kowalski
    Writers:Casey Fisher, Geri Carillo

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  7. Walker Season 3 Episode 7 - Just Desserts
    8.4/10(657 votes)

    #7 - Just Desserts

    S3:E7

    Walker attempts to make this the most memorable Thanksgiving ever in the hopes of luring Stella to return home, but when the family's annual "Circle of Thanks" turns into a circle of grievance, tensions bubble over- leaving things worse off than they began, with one member of the Walker family being rushed to the hospital.

    Director:Steve Robin
    Writers:Anna Fricke, Brandon Willer, Bret VandenBos

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  8. Walker Season 3 Episode 8 - Cry Uncle
    8.3/10(601 votes)

    #8 - Cry Uncle

    S3:E8

    In the aftermath of the Walkers' dramatic Thanksgiving dinner with Abeline’s traumatic hospitalization, the family rings in the new year with members of the Walker family resolving to make better choices across the board. While Cordell throws himself into family matters, Cassie pulls Trey into a case tracking down an elusive tech mogul. But Cassie gets the sense she’s in hot water with Captain James.

    Director:America Young
    Writer:Aaron Carew

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  9. Walker Season 3 Episode 9 - Buffering
    8.4/10(605 votes)

    #9 - Buffering

    S3:E9

    Cordell and Cassie intervene in a hostage situation at a server farm, but something Trey finds indicates something more sinister is at play. Meanwhile, August tries to smooth things over with his grandparents, Liam attempts to step up his responsibility within the family business, and a luncheon awkwardly reunites Cordell with someone from the past.

    Director:Lauren Petzke
    Writer:Maya Vyas

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  10. Walker Season 3 Episode 10 - Blinded By the Light
    8.3/10(581 votes)

    #10 - Blinded By the Light

    S3:E10

    Cordell is tipped off that Grey Flag may still have him as their prime target. Meanwhile, Captain James has discovered that Cordell and Cassie weren't truthful about some top-secret information and Trey's involvement in the prior week's case lands him in hot water. Abeline and Bonham disagree on how ready Cordell is to handle his responsibilities, while Liam continues to pursue his new business venture, despite his dad's displeasure over his son's new partner.

    Director:Kevin Berlandi
    Writer:Russel Friend

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  11. Walker Season 3 Episode 11 - Past Is Prologue
    8.5/10(554 votes)

    #11 - Past Is Prologue

    S3:E11

    As Cordell and Cassie dig deeper into the deaths of his military buddies, he uncovers some inconsistencies that may reveal truths he's not ready to face. Meanwhile, Trey is presented with a new opportunity, Captain James receives some news from Kelly, and Bonham is still at odds with the rest of the family.

    Director:Clara Aranovich
    Writer:Blythe Ann Johnson

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  12. Walker Season 3 Episode 12 - Best Laid Plans
    8.3/10(534 votes)

    #12 - Best Laid Plans

    S3:E12

    Cordell and Cassie soon realize they aren't the only ones keeping secrets, leaving Cassie to question who she can trust. The rest of the family focuses on the horse rescue, but they still find themselves facing a few challenges.

    Director:Paula Hunziker
    Writer:Geri Carillo

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  13. Walker Season 3 Episode 13 - The Deserters
    8.5/10(541 votes)

    #13 - The Deserters

    S3:E13

    After a shocking revelation, Cordell and Cassie set off to find out more about Grey Flag’s nefarious plans. Liam's and Stella's plan for the horse rescue appear to finally be coming together when a big-time philanthropist offers her support, and the Walker family joins forces to move the project along quickly. Trey's new assignment lands him in unfamiliar territory and a new partner could compromise his focus.

    Director:Steve Robin
    Writer:Casey Fisher

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  14. Walker Season 3 Episode 14 - False Flag (1)
    8.8/10(498 votes)

    #14 - False Flag (1)

    S3:E14

    Stakes are high as Cordell, Cassie, Captain James and Trey all realize Grey Flag's plans and partnerships extend deeper than they once thought. While the Walkers plan for the Mayor's Medal Ceremony, Cordell struggles with missing out on time with his kids as he focuses on trying to keep the whole city safe.

    Director:Richard Speight Jr.
    Writer:David James

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  15. Walker Season 3 Episode 15 - False Flag (2)
    8.8/10(476 votes)

    #15 - False Flag (2)

    S3:E15

    In the thrilling second half of a two-part episode, the Texas Rangers and the Walker Family must contend with Grey Flag’s plans and one truth… that everything was a lie.

    Director:David McWhirter
    Writers:Brandon Willer, Bret VandenBos

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  16. Walker Season 3 Episode 16 - Daddy Was a Bank Robber
    7.8/10(413 votes)

    #16 - Daddy Was a Bank Robber

    S3:E16

    An old friend returns with a shocking surprise for everyone, and Cordell is forced to come to terms with the decisions he’s made and how it’s affected the ones he loves most. In the aftermath of the devastation caused by Grey Flag, Trey’s left feeling like an outsider, but a new case will force he and Cassie to overcome their issues.

    Director:Amyn Kaderali
    Writers:Eddy Hewitt, Jr.

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  17. Walker Season 3 Episode 17 - It Writes Itself
    7.8/10(384 votes)

    #17 - It Writes Itself

    S3:E17

    It's an exciting day for Liam, Stella and the horse rescue as opening day is upon them! Then the boys are off for a camping trip while the ladies plan a relaxing day at the spa...but nothing ever goes as planned.

    Director:Joel Novoa
    Writer:Aaron Carew

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  18. Walker Season 3 Episode 18 - It's a Nice Day for a Ranger Wedding
    8.1/10(380 votes)

    #18 - It's a Nice Day for a Ranger Wedding

    S3:E18

    It’s a big day for the Texas Rangers and the Walker clan as friends and family gather to celebrate a very special event.

    Director:Steve Robin
    Writers:Anna Fricke, Russel Friend

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Season 3 Ratings Summary

"World on a String" is the best rated episode of "Walker" season 3. It scored 8.6/10 based on 937 votes. Directed by Steve Robin and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/6/2022. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Sittin' on a Rainbow".